Deonna is a hardworking mother with a warm and friendly personality. She cares for two adult daughters with special needs and a teenage son. Deonna’s daughters, Shaonna and Bria, are involved with Miss Shining Star, a local pageant for special needs ladies that honors their gifts and talents. 23-year-old Shaonna loves to sing in…
Although she has spent her life working hard and caring for her family, Tyra never thought she would be able to afford a home. But her point-of-view changed when a coworker told her about Knoxville Habitat for Humanity. Tyra has been employed with a large retailer since 2010, where she has worked as an associate…
Miss has spent her life caring for others. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, she works seven days a week: both as a full time CNA at a local nursing home plus independently as a home health caregiver. At home, she takes care of her little sister, Cleopatra and 8-year-old cousin, Derion. Miss is also a…
KNOXVILLE, TN (December 13, 2016) – Home Federal Bank and Knoxville Habitat for Humanity’s Home Maintenance Team were recently recognized with the 2016 “Sis” Awards at Knoxville Habitat’s annual Holiday Breakfast held at The Foundry on the Fair Site in Knoxville. This annual award is presented by Knoxville Habitat founder Ellen “Sis” Roddy Mitchell. Home…
[KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (October 7, 2016)] – About 200 people gathered together at Knoxville Habitat for Humanity’s HopeBuilders Breakfast, presented by Holston Gases, on Friday, October 7 at Central Baptist Bearden in Knoxville. Attendees of this second annual event were guests of Knoxville Habitat supporters and volunteers. The event raised $90,000 that will go toward building…
Lowe’s Home Improvement and Knoxville Habitat for Humanity joined together on Wednesday, November 9 to honor Knoxville Habitat homeowners that have served in the U.S. military. Lowe’s of Knoxville is providing American flag kits to all Knoxville Habitat veteran homeowners. A ceremony was held at the home of Lee Henry, a veteran enrolled in Knoxville…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 28, 2016) – Knoxville Habitat for Humanity’s Marketing and Communication Director April Timko and Chief Financial Officer Lance Weeden visited with members of the ESPN and Coca-Cola teams during the ESPN College Gameday production at the University of Tennessee. Following the televised production on Saturday, Sept. 24, ESPN and Coca-Cola donated building…
Govani and Htoo Govani Ko and Htoo Say Naw live with their son, Law Eah. Govani and Naw found out about Knoxville Habitat for Humanity through the Burmese Christian Church and Bridge Refugee Services. Govani is employed with Goodwill Industries. Both Govani and his wife have been very active in the Habitat program as they…
Simon and Ester Simon Htang and Ester Nai Pai Hem live with their two children, Augustine and Cecilia. They have lived in Knoxville for over three years. Simon has experienced some health issues that require dialysis equipment, and their current living space is too cramped to comfortably hold these crucial materials. Despite his health, Simon…
Kendra tears up when she begins explaining why having a home of her own is important. “To have not just a house, but a home, and it will be mine! My kids have seen me struggle to keep a roof over their heads. I applied to Habitat for them, and I stuck with it for…