The following information from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, as well as other organizations across the state and country, are provided to assist individuals, families, and producers who have been impacted by a flood event.
Organizations throughout the East Tennessee and Western North Carolina areas are accepting monetary donations for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Financial contributions to recognized disaster relief organizations are the fastest, most flexible and most effective method of donating.
- East Tennessee Foundation
- United Way
- You can help support members of our Volunteer family by donating to the Basic Needs Emergency Fund or the Big Orange Pantry.
Our Faculty, Staff, and Students:
- Students who need assistance can contact the Dean of Students Office at 865-974-3179 or dos@utk.edu. Students may also contact the Center for Care & Resilience by calling 865-974-HELP or visiting care.utk.edu. The Center for Care & Resilience team works collaboratively with students and the university to support students experiencing distress.
- Employees who need assistance can contact HR at 865-974-6642 or hr@utk.edu.
- Students and employees who need support for food, hygiene products, or other basic needs, can request assistance through the Center for Basic Needs.
- Public Safety Emergency Management: Hurricane Helene and Flooding in NE TN
- Division of Student Life: Response to Hurricane Helene – Relief Efforts