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Hand UP for Change Auction to Raise Money for Largest Operating Budget Ever
John McCulley – October 11, 2023
Supporters Can Bid Online October 20-29 The Hand UP for Change Auction is back for its third year to raise...
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Hand UP for Women Expanding Women’s Ministry with New Location
John McCulley – September 27, 2023
Amanda Hankins As Hand UP for Women gets ready to move to a new location, leaders know home is...
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Finding Friendships That Last a Lifetime
Admin – August 22, 2023
Friendship is often referred to as the backbone of life. Unlike family, you can choose your friends. At Hand UP...
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Earning Freedom Back
Admin – July 15, 2023
July is a month we’re reminded of our freedoms. To live in the United States of America is a blessing...
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Transforming From a Tax-Taker to Taxpayer
Admin – June 20, 2023
Knoxville native, Joy Bright credits the Knox County non-profit Hand UP for Women for helping her go from being a drain on the tax system...
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Putting “Mom” back in Mother’s Day
Admin – April 28, 2023
Mother's Day can be a difficult holiday for many women, especially those who have lost custody of their children. However,...
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The story behind the Inaugural Angels and Axles Fundraiser
Admin – April 11, 2023
Hand UP for Women’s inaugural fundraiser, Angels and Axles Car Show and Bake Sale, has a unique backstory of how...
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Hand UP for Women Gala to Reflect on 20 Years of Transformation from a Servant’s Heart
Admin – March 14, 2023
In preparing for this year’s gala, Executive Director Eva Piece reflects on the women whose lives have been transformed. There...
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Discovering Self-Love Through the Eyes of Christ
Admin – February 7, 2023
How often do you say the three little words “I love you” to yourself? Perhaps, not enough. Self-love is a...
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A Light at the End of the Tunnel: Financial Independence and Support at Hand UP for Women
Admin – January 24, 2023
When women walk through the doors of Hand UP for Women, they are often at their lowest. Overcoming addiction with...
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Hope and the holidays: Christmastime at A Hand UP for Women
Admin – December 19, 2022
The holidays are a time to celebrate the many joys in life and to reflect on all the things there...
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Hand UP for Women Graduate Explains Holiday Hardship for Women in Need
Admin – November 14, 2022
What’s supposed to be the happiest time of year filled with family gatherings, cheerful music, delicious treats and feelings of...
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Hand UP for Women Raising Money for Local Women through Hand UP for Change Auction
Admin – October 18, 2022
Hand UP for Women is hosting the Hand UP for Change Auction 2022 to raise funds to support women in...
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A New Hand UP for Women Class Begins: From Hopelessness to Self-Sufficiency
Admin – September 20, 2022
The newest class of women has been selected to join the Hand UP for Women family. In celebration of their...
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Hand Up for Women Works to Help Those Impacted by Opiate Addiction
Admin – August 23, 2022
Opioid addiction in Knox County: the impacts on women and how A Hand Up for Women can help victims. Hand...
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Hand Up for Women Partners with Tennessee’s Second Chance Program
Admin – July 23, 2022
The program places our women in careers to help them build a successful future. Hand Up for Women is here...
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Mel’s Story
Admin – January 10, 2020
When Mel came to interview as a prospective participant for HUFW, she said, “I know ya’ll are scared of me.”...
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Crystal’s Story
Admin – January 9, 2020
Crystal can’t remember a day growing up in Johnson City that didn’t include drugs. Drug abuse, drug sales, drug crime…that...
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Mary Frances’s Story
Admin – November 22, 2019
I am 51 years old and became addicted when I was 29 while working as a pharmaceutical sales representative. It...
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Marilyn’s Story
Admin – September 25, 2019
This wonderful ministry has brought me to the best part of my life! After my mother’s passing in 2010, my...
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