“When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.”
– Alexander Graham Bell
Opportunity knocks.
As doors across our community have closed, East Tennessee has responded as it always does in times of crisis – with compassion, determination, and a willingness to serve. We are Volunteers in the very best sense of the word.
Opportunity Knox is an online community resource that connects East Tennesseans to practical aid, stories of inspiration, and opportunities to thrive and give back during COVID-19 and beyond.
A collaborative effort from organizations across the region, it is a place where we can see doors that are open.
Opportunity Knox is about finding help, sharing hope, and connecting with others in simple, impactful ways to work together to rebuild and grow the community.
Our Mission
Opportunity Knox is a community initiative of private, public, and civic leaders and valiant citizens of Knoxville working together to provide practical resources and inspiration in the midst of uncertainty.
Information on this site will be updated frequently in response to the needs and concerns voiced by our community. What won’t change is our commitment to making this region a better place for all. Join us, share your thoughts, your needs, your concerns, and let us know how to make that happen.
We would like to thank the folks in Chattanooga for the inspiration to create an initiative like this in our region.
Our goal is to build a living community resource that will:
CONNECT – people with support, with resources, with each other
INSPIRE – people to keep going and highlight the amazing ways it’s happening
CREATE – a future that includes opportunities for all
When opportunity knocks, we answer.
Our aim is to address everyday feelings and questions about our current cultural moment with practical solutions taking place in our community.
Share your joy
Now more than ever, our community needs to be surrounded with encouragement. Tell your story of hope in the face of adversity, or share something that made you smile. No joy is too small.
FAQs
What is this?
Opportunity Knox is a collaborative initiative created by a group of public, private, and civic leaders, community organizations, and dedicated citizens of the greater Knoxville area. Our mission is to create a community resource that makes it easier to find the information you need.
Why are we doing this?
Because there are amazing organizations, and amazing people, doing amazing things for our community.
How does my organization or initiative get involved?
Get in touch with us to let us know what you’re doing and how you would like to contribute to Opportunity Knox.
Who’s involved?
Knoxville Area Urban League
The Knoxville Area Urban League is an affiliate of the National Urban League, the country’s oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream.
Knoxville Entrepreneur Center
KEC is the front door for entrepreneurs in our community, and a resource offering mentorship, programs and networking events for anyone looking to start or grow a business here.
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce works to Knoxville is the premier location for businesses to locate, operate an expand by working toward their mission of Driving Regional Economic Prosperity.
Alliance for Better Nonprofits
The Alliance for Better Nonprofits (ABN) provides East TN nonprofits with support to accomplish their missions and increase their impact, insuring all East Tennesseans across diverse communities, cultures, and generations can reach their full potential.
United Way of Greater Knoxville
United Way of Greater Knoxville fights for the health, education, and financial stability of the people of Greater Knoxville.
Leadership Knoxville
Leadership Knoxville connects a diverse network of community leaders, providing enhanced servant leadership skills and knowledge of current issues, to foster meaningful and lasting engagement in East Tennessee.