19-03-2025
Northeast TN non-profits secure $1.1 million for long-term recovery groups
UNICOI COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A partnership between three non-profits has resulted in more than $1 million going toward long-term disaster recovery groups (LTRGs) in Northeast Tennessee following the impacts of Hurricane Helene.
On Tuesday, the United Way of East Tennessee Highlands announced it worked with the First Tennessee Development District and the East Tennessee Foundation.
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The East Tennessee Foundation's latest grant of $858,980 will support LTRGs in Carter, Cocke, Johnson and Unicoi counties. The foundation previously awarded grants to Washington and Johnson counties, bringing the total amount for East Tennessee LTRGs to $1,134,085.
According to a news release from the United Way, the funding will 'ensure that disaster recovery efforts remain strong and effective in helping impacted communities rebuild and regain stability.'
Throughout the process, the United Way of East Tennessee Highlands spearheaded the grant application process and worked with LTRGs to budget for the needs of communities. The First Tennessee Development District managed fiscal oversight for most of the funding .
The United Way reports the East Tennessee Foundation is still receiving donations and awarding grants to areas most impacted by Helene.
'United Way of East Tennessee Highlands extends deep appreciation to the East Tennessee Foundation and First Tennessee Development District for their unwavering support of long-term disaster recovery in our region. Their commitment to strengthening communities, empowering recovery groups, and fostering regional collaboration is invaluable in rebuilding stronger, more resilient counties.'
Leslie Dalton, United Way of East Tennessee Highlands President & CEO
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