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Meet Christina Lindberg, the incoming Hand UP For Women board president
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Meet Christina Lindberg, the incoming Hand UP For Women board president

Hand UP for Women has a new board president - Christina Lindberg. Her term begins June 1, and she has...
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Graduates volunteer their time, energy & more to give back
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Graduates volunteer their time, energy & more to give back

April is Global Volunteer Month. While many in the Volunteer State know what it means to give back and show...
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A Night of Celebration: The 23rd Annual Hand UP For Women Gala
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A Night of Celebration: The 23rd Annual Hand UP For Women Gala

💜 Over $130,000 Raised – But We’re Not Done Yet! 💜 Fundraising is still open! Every dollar helps us continue...
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HUGS co-leaders share higher calling with program empowering Hand UP For Women graduates
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HUGS co-leaders share higher calling with program empowering Hand UP For Women graduates

The work at Hand UP for Women doesn’t stop once graduates complete the program - it’s a lifelong support system....
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Melissa Davenport’s 180-Degree Transformation with Hand UP for Women
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Melissa Davenport’s 180-Degree Transformation with Hand UP for Women

Born into a family marked by addiction, Melissa Davenport’s early years were full of challenges. Adopted by her aunt and...
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Athena Gray’s Financial Transformation with Hand UP for Women
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Athena Gray’s Financial Transformation with Hand UP for Women

When Athena Gray began Hand UP for Women in 2021, she didn’t even have a bank account. Her understanding of...
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A Second Chance Christmas: Michelle Schermer’s Journey of Transformation
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A Second Chance Christmas: Michelle Schermer’s Journey of Transformation

Christmastime often brings feelings of joy, warmth, love and connection. For Michelle Schermer who had spent much of her life...
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Gratitude in Action: Honoring the Impact of Hand UP for Women
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Gratitude in Action: Honoring the Impact of Hand UP for Women

Hand UP for Women has experienced remarkable growth and transformation for the past two decades. This success is a testament...
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Bid for Change: How a Fisherman’s Jersey Sparked Community Impact
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Bid for Change: How a Fisherman’s Jersey Sparked Community Impact

Hand UP for Women has touched hundreds of women’s lives, many of whom are participants, graduates and volunteers. The organization’s...
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Overcoming Darkness: From Addiction to Redemption
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Overcoming Darkness: From Addiction to Redemption

Opioids, commonly known as prescription painkillers, can lead to serious consequences when misused. In Knox County alone, there have been...
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Advisory Council Advantage: Two Members Propel Hand UP for Women
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Advisory Council Advantage: Two Members Propel Hand UP for Women

Asking a friend for help in a time of need can seem like a no-brainer. For Hand UP for Women,...
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Christina Duncan’s Story: From Federal Prison to Hope for Pardon
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Christina Duncan’s Story: From Federal Prison to Hope for Pardon

Christina Duncan’s world was upside down. At 25 years old, she was imprisoned at Alderson Federal Prison in West Virginia...
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Why Hand UP for Women Works
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Why Hand UP for Women Works

Hand UP for Women, a 501(c)(3) non-profit has grown, developed and matured with time and love since its inception in...
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Program Extension Builds Camaraderie and Enhances Knowledge
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Program Extension Builds Camaraderie and Enhances Knowledge

Expanding a program can be daunting, often seen as both a financial and time-consuming investment. Yet, for the dedicated team...
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Class Members Fueled by Food and Fellowship
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Class Members Fueled by Food and Fellowship

“Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate.” - Alan D. Wolfelt Meals have served as a conduit for...
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Healing Broken Beginnings: Hand UP for Women’s Bridge to God’s Love
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Healing Broken Beginnings: Hand UP for Women’s Bridge to God’s Love

Isaiah 40:31 reads “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings...
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Relationship Class Explores Building and Bridging Relationships            
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Relationship Class Explores Building and Bridging Relationships            

Relationship Class Explores Building and Bridging Relationships February is often called the month of love. One of the first parts...
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Renovating A New Home: Miracle Ridge at Buffat Mill
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Renovating A New Home: Miracle Ridge at Buffat Mill

To take on a home renovation is a huge undertaking for anyone. A 3.5 acre 3,700 square foot property is...
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Meet the Kind-Hearted “Elves” at Hand UP for Women
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Meet the Kind-Hearted “Elves” at Hand UP for Women

Christmastime sparks a spirit of generosity as people look to spread joy to others or find ways to provide a...
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Rising from the Streets: Brooke Rogers’ Journey
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Rising from the Streets: Brooke Rogers’ Journey

Rising from the Streets: Brooke Rogers’ Journey Imagine not having a place to call home. Think about how long you’ve...
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