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. […]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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