February
Wednesday, Feb 25th
Volunteer drivers needed
Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee is seeking volunteer drivers to provide one-on-one transportation to Knox County residents who require aid and assistance to travel safely. Volunteers drive CAC vehicles and transport older adults and individuals with disabilities, stay with them at destinations and get them safely back home. VAT not only provides transportation to medical appointments and the grocery store but also pharmacy pick-up, transportation to social events, senior centers, activities and much more. Volunteers are needed weekdays, weekends and some evenings. To volunteer, call 865-673-5001, email vat@cactrans.org or visit www.knoxseniors.org/vat.
March
Tuesday, Mar 3rd
Tennessee Artists Association scholarship
Tennessee Artists Association is offering a $500 scholarship to a deserving senior to be used at any two-year or four-year technical school, college or university or independent study toward a certificate or degree in the arts. Applications now are available and are due by Tuesday, March 3. The Official TAA Scholarship application form is available from: taa.findout@gmail.com/scholarship. Additional information can be found at Tennessee Artists Association website: tnartists.org or by e-mail at TAAfindout@gmail.com.
Friday, Mar 13th
2026-2028 Community Investment Grants process
United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK) released its Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2026-2028 Community Investment Grants process, inviting nonprofit organizations serving to apply. First-stage applications will be accepted from Feb. 19 to March 13. To support interested applicants, UWGK will host Nonprofit Information Sessions, providing an overview of funding priorities, the application process and key dates, as well as time for questions. Sessions are organized based on where organizations are headquartered. Advanced registration is required, and registration details are available at uwgk.org. Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to review the full Notice of Funding Opportunity and application materials at uwgk.org prior to the sessions.
Saturday, Mar 28th
Sunshine Open
Sunshine Services invites golfers, businesses and community partners to participate in and sponsor the Sunshine Open: $1,000,000 Hole-in-One Challenge & Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 28, at Avalon Golf & Country Club. This inaugural event raises funds to support Sunshine Services’ mission of providing person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Team and corporate sponsorship packages are available. Visit www.sunshineservicesknox.org for registration and sponsorship details.
April
Wednesday, Apr 1st
“Farragut Focus: A Creative Community”
The Farragut Museum has opened a new temporary exhibit on Farragut artists titled “Farragut Focus: A Creative Community.” The exhibit features local artists including visual, performing, musical, etc., and will be open through April. The Farragut Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 11 am – 2 pm, and admission is free.
