April
Saturday, Apr 18th
Posies for the Pantry
Farragut Presbyterian Church will host the 8th Annual Posies for the Pantry fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., rain or shine, in their parking lot or fellowship hall at 209 Jamestowne Blvd. The community is welcome to purchase spring flowers and plants and visit multiple craft vendors. There will be gently used garden tools and decor and free crafts for children. This is a major fundraiser for the Shepherd of Hope Food Pantry.
Saturday, Apr 18th
Puppy Yoga Fundraiser
Blue Ridge Yoga is hosting a Puppy Yoga Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30 p.m. The cost to join is $39 and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley. Visit www.yogaknoxvilletn.com/workshops-events to sign up.
Monday, Apr 20th
Spring Golf Tournament
Volunteer Ministry Center announces its 6th Annual Spring Golf Tournament, taking place April 20 at Egwani Farms Golf Course. Proceeds from the event directly support VMC’s mission to prevent and end homelessness in Knoxville and Knox County. Registration for the event includes a complimentary meal, drinks and snacks, a player gift store voucher valued at $50 and opportunities to win prizes throughout the day. Visit https://volunteer-ministry-center-golf.perfectgolfevent.com/registration to register.
Tuesday, Apr 21st
Second Harvest Charity Night at The Chop House
Connor Concepts is bringing The Chop House to Alcoa. On April 21, they are celebrating the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting at 10:45 a.m. at the newest restaurant, located at 1380 Tesla Blvd. in Alcoa, followed by a charity night from 5 to 9 p.m. benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee. A percentage of all proceeds from the evening will go directly to Second Harvest to expand their emergency food relief programs and support for vulnerable families across Knox, Blount, Sevier, and surrounding counties. Second Harvest leadership will be there and happy to discuss the hunger crisis we’re facing and how this support will directly impact families in our community. Reservations for the Second Harvest Charity Night can be made at https://www.thechophouse.com/giving-back/
Thursday, Apr 23rd
Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser
Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser, hosted by the Professional Women in Building Council of Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville, will be held Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 5200 Holston Hills Road. Tickets are $125 per guest. Visit https://www.hbaknoxville.com or email cbowen@hbaknoxville.com to learn more.
Sunday, Apr 26th
Race for a Reason
Race for a Reason, a family-friendly 5K run, will begin and end at Mountain High Outfitters in Pinnacle Turkey Creek on Sunday, April 26. Proceeds from this year’s race will directly benefit the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, helping fund lifesaving programs, medical care and adoption services for animals across the region. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/pinnacleturkeycreek for more information and to register.
May
Saturday, May 2nd
Walk for Water
Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission's efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Saturday, May 2nd
Walk for Water
Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission’s efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Friday, May 15th
Sporting Clays Tournament
Mission of Hope announces its 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 15, at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, Tennessee. This event welcomes shooters of all skill levels for a day of friendly competition while supporting Mission of Hope’s work to bring help, hope and joy to families in need across rural Appalachia. Proceeds from the tournament will support Mission of Hope’s core outreach programs, which make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families each year. Individuals, teams, and sponsors are invited to register by visiting missionofhope.org/clay-tournament or by calling 865-584-7571. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in the community.
June
Monday, Jun 15th
Golf with Us
Children ages 6-18 in the Knoxville-area are encouraged to enroll in a free, one-year membership to Youth on Course, courtesy of Bank of America. Enrollment for new members is open until June 15 at BofA.com/GolfwithUs. ‘Golf with Us’ includes access to Williams Creek Golf Course, Knoxville Municipal Golf Course and more for $5 or less per round. The full list is available at YouthOnCourse.org. Bank of America launched ‘Golf with Us’ in partnership with Youth on Course to expand affordable access to golf nationwide.
