Community Resource Hub
Free or subsidized resources for people in Chattanooga + Hamilton County. Our goal is to provide a streamlined, efficient, concise hub of resources that people in our community can find information on and utilize.
If you have a resource you'd like to add, reach out to us! What we're looking for are local, Chattanooga and Hamilton County specific organizations and resources. Especially those organizations and resources that many people may not know about!
Additional Resource Hubs
211
United Way of Greater Chattanooga
211 Chattanooga provides 2-1-1 as a vital community service that helps you connect to the resources you need. Call 2-1-1 to speak with a specialist. We’re here for you Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm EST.
Chattanooga Services
City of Chattanooga
Browse services provided by the City of Chattanooga including city utilities, community assistance, and public safety.
Food and Financial Assistance
Chattanooga Free Store
Chattanooga Free Store
Free clothing, shoes, hygiene products, and food basics for adults and seniors.
WHO: Chattanooga/Hamilton County adults & seniors
WALK IN: 1701 Dodson Ave
Mon 6–8pm · Thu 6–8pm · Sat 11am–1pm
Numbers issued at door. Up to 4 adults per number
Double Up Food Bucks
Gaining Ground
Doubles SNAP/EBT dollars at 6+ local food hubs: spend $20, receive $40 toward locally grown produce.
WHO: EBT card holders
WALK IN: Crabtree Farms · Brainerd Farmers Market · Main St Farmers Market · Gaining Ground Grocery · Bingo's Market · Mobile Market
Ongoing at participating markets
No application needed — automatic for EBT users.
Emergency Services (Food, Rent & Utilities)
Good Neighbors, Inc.
Emergency food vouchers and help with rent and utilities for those who don't qualify for standard public assistance.
WHO: Chattanooga/Hamilton County residents
CALL: (423) 266-1772
WALK IN: 737 E 10th St
Ongoing
LIHEAP Energy Assistance
City of Chattanooga
Federally funded help paying home energy bills, including crisis assistance for households facing shut-off.
WHO: Hamilton County residents
Ongoing
Emergency Food Assistance
Chattanooga Area Food Bank
Shelf-stable foods, fresh produce, dairy, and meats for families with food vouchers.
WHO: Hamilton County residents
WALK IN: 3209 Wilcox Blvd
9am-6pm
Food Pantry & Clothing Closet
Abba's House
Monthly family food box distribution plus free clothing.
WHO: Anyone
WALK IN: 5208 Hixson Pike, Hixson
2nd Tuesday of each month · 9:30–11:30am
Emergency Food Bags & Boxes
The Bethlehem Center
Go-Go Bags (3-day food supplement) and monthly food boxes (25–40 lbs). Short intake required. One box per month.
WHO: Anyone. ID or proof of address required
WALK IN: 200 W 38th St
Tue & Thu 9:30am–1:30pm
Community Closet & Food Pantry
Lookout Valley Baptist Church
Free clothing and food at John A. Patten Community Center.
WHO: Chattanooga residents.
WALK IN: 3202 Kellys Ferry Rd
1st & 3rd Wednesday · 1–5pm
Free Meals
CHATT Foundation
Three free meals served daily. Open to homeless and low-income individuals.
WHO: Anyone
WALK IN: 727 E 11th St
Breakfast 7–8am · Lunch 11:30am–12:30pm · Dinner 3:30–4:30pm
Free Clothing & Laundry
CHATT Foundation
Free clothing, basics, and on-site laundry services at the corner of E 11th and Peeples St.
WHO: Anyone
WALK IN: 727 E 11th St (corner of E 11th & Peeples St)
Mon–Fri 10am–3pm
Temporary Financial Assistance
St. Elmo Presbyterian Church
Utility, mortgage, and rent assistance for residents of the St. Elmo neighborhood.
WHO: St. Elmo (37409) residents only
CALL: (423) 821-1424
10am–4:30pm
Educational Resources
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Signal Centers (Hamilton Co.)
Free age-appropriate books mailed monthly to enrolled children from birth to age 5.
WHO: Chattanooga/Hamilton County children ages 0–5
CALL: (423) 661-6680
Ongoing
Work Ready
Signal Centers
Pairs TANF-eligible parents with paid internships in early childhood classrooms and postsecondary coursework.
WHO: Hamilton County adults with GED/diploma and a child under 18
Ongoing
Chattanooga Head Start
City of Chattanooga
Early learning for low-income children 8 weeks to 5 years old in center-based settings across Chattanooga and Hamilton County.
WHO: Low-income families with children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old
CALL: (423) 643-6500
Mon–Sat 7:30am–4:30pm · Sun 12:30–4pm
Soddy Daisy Community Library
KELCURT Foundation
Free community library with 25,000+ items: books, DVDs, board games, baking dishes, and more. Food and
community programming also offered.
WHO: Soddy Daisy area residents.
WALK IN: 9619 Dayton Pike, Suite C, Soddy-Daisy
CALL: (423) 800-2367
Mon 11am–4pm · Tue–Thu 11am–6pm
Tech Goes Home
The Enterprise Center
Digital inclusion program offering 15 hours of tech training, possible Chromebook or tablet upon completion, and
education about low-cost home internet.
WHO: Hamilton County adults
Ongoing. Someone from TGH or a trainer will contact you about class availability.
Scholarships and Grants
Chattanooga State Community College
Scholarship program for Chattanooga State students. Application opens November 1 each year; priority deadline
March 1. Renewable up to 4 full-time semesters.
WHO: Chattanooga State students. No income restiction
Limited-time program · Priority deadline: March 1 Include at least two references. Must re-apply each academic year.
Studio34 Community Class
The Pop-up Project
Adult dance studio for all levels. Beginners especially welcome. Studio34 Care Pass available for free class access at participating community centers.
WHO: Adults
WALK IN: 3214 Brainerd Road
Mon-Wed 6pm-830pm
Studio34 Care Pass
The Pop-up Project
Studio34 Care Pass available for free class access at Studio34. These passes can be found at participating community centers.
WHO: Adults
COMMUNITY CENTERS:
AIM Center
Avondale Library
Carver Community Center
East Lake Community Center
Glenwood Community Center
Hixson Community Center
Jesse Igou Community Center
Jewish Cultural Center (The J)
La Paz
Shepherd Community Center
Ask these community centers for the Studio34 Care Pass
Food, Land, and Education
Crabtree Farms
Free raised garden beds, plant and produce donations, farm-based education, and volunteer opportunities.
WHO: Anyone
WALK IN: 1000 E 30th St
CALL: (423) 493-9155
Mon–Fri 9am–3pm. Ring the bell at the main entrance and staff will greet you.
Chattanooga Future Fund
Chatt 2.0
Opens a savings account for Hamilton County students with a free $100–150 deposit toward post-secondary education or career.
WHO: Hamilton county youth. Documentation required.
Ongoing. Three-step online process to receive the deposit.
Medical and Mental Health
Revive Dental
Revive Dental
Low-cost dental care. Extractions, root canals, dentures, crowns. About 1/3 the cost of traditional offices. No
insurance accepted.
WHO: Anyone. Especially uninsured and those in addiction recovery
CALL: (423) 206-9641
WALK IN: 1212 Dodds Ave
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
Homeless Health Care Center
Hamilton County Health Dept.
Primary care for homeless residents: preventive, acute, and chronic illness management. Also covers dental,
behavioral health, and substance abuse support.
WHO: Homeless Hamilton County residents. Care not denied based on inability to pay
CALL: (423) 209-5800
WALK IN: 730 E 11th St
Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 7:30am–4:30pm · Wed 7:30am–2pm & 3:30–4:30pm. After-hours on-call provider available at the same number.
Clinica Medicos
Medicos Mission Fund
Bilingual medical clinic offering OB/GYN, pediatrics, ultrasound, x-ray, vaccines, immigration physicals, and more.
No appointment or insurance required.
WHO: Anyone. Especially Chattanooga's underserved Latino community
CALL: (423) 760-4000
WALK IN: 1148 E 23rd St
Mon–Sat 7:30am–4:30pm · Sun 12:30–4pm
Centerstone
Centerstone
Behavioral health services including addiction recovery, family counseling, crisis care, psychiatric care, housing
support, and pharmacy.
WHO: Anyone.
CALL: (877) 467-3123
Ongoing
A Step Ahead
A Step Ahead
Free preventative birth control for anyone in an 18-county region across SE Tennessee, NW Georgia, and NE Alabama. Transportation assistance available.
WHO: Hamilton County and 17 surounding counties.
CALL: 423) 265-7837
Mon–Sat 7:30am–4:30pm · Sun 12:30–4pm
Housing Assistance
Emergency Assistance
Northside Neighborhood House
Emergency financial help including direct payments, vouchers, and case management. Eligible once per year.
WHO: Chattanooga/Hamilton County adults north of the river
CALL: (423) 756-0530
WALK IN: 209 Minor St
Call first to confirm appointment
Latino Family Stabilization & Education
La Paz Chattanooga
Case management, emergency stabilization, food pantry, and classes for Latino individuals and families.
WHO: Latino families and individuals
CALL: (423) 624-8414
WALK IN: 809 S. Willow St
Mon–Thu 9am–4pm · By appointment only.
Free Beds for Children
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Free beds provided to children under 18 who don't have one of their own.
WHO: Children under 18
CALL: (844) 432-2337
Mon–Thu 9am–4pm · By appointment only.
Transportation Services
Care-a-Van (Paratransit)
CARTA
Origin to destination shared public transportation for people with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route CARTA services
WHO: Chattanooga / Red Bank / East Ridge residents with disabilities. Documentation required
CALL: (423) 698-9038
Mon–Fri 4:40am–12:45am · Sat 5:30am–12:45am · Sun 8am–8pm
Reserve up to 14 days in advance. Call to confirm holiday schedule.