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Fostering Hope TN, Inc strives to instill hope and dignity in foster children, providing them with essentials and support. We envision a community where every child in foster care feels valued and supported in their journey.

Our Work

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Introduction of Us

Our work promise to uphold the trust placed

Fostering Hope TN, Inc was started by a local Knoxville family in 2013 as a non-profit to meet the needs of children and families from the Child Welfare System. The organization was created to help children in the foster care system feel a sense of hope and self-worth.

Restoring dignity through essentials.
Empowering foster youth's futures.
Advocating for vulnerable children.
Building community awareness and support.
Spreading hope, one suitcase at a time.
13
YEARS
OF EXPERIENCE
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Illuminating Hearts: Empowering Change Together

Experience the transformative power of generosity. Through your support, we illuminate the path of hope for vulnerable children. Join us in fostering change, one heartwarming donation at a time.

Our events

Foster Adoptive Mom’s Retreat 2026
SEP 11-13th
Announcement

Foster Adoptive Mom’s Retreat 2026

TBD September 11-13, 2026
TBD

Foster and adoptive moms deserve a chance to recharge and connect, and this retreat is our way of giving back to these incredible women. While this isn’t a public event,...

Golf Tournament 2026
SEP 14th
Registration

Golf Tournament 2026

08:30 AM September 14, 2026
Egwani Farms Golf Course

Swing into action at our annual Golf Tournament! Thanks to our amazing supporters, we’re thrilled to offer the same great prices as last year. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or...

2026 Night of Worship
AUG 8th
Sponsorship

2026 Night of Worship

06:00 PM August 8, 2026
Bridgewater Place

Mark your calendars for the highlight of the year—our Fostering Hope Gala! While the entertainment is still being finalized (trust us, it’ll be worth the wait), you can secure your...

Our optimistic team

Allen McMichael

Allen McMichael

Founder

Compassionate founder shaping futures with dedication.

Chante Hensley

Chante Hensley

Co-founder

Inspiring advocate empowering children through love.

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“Thank you for giving us our dignity back and caring for us as people. We are very grateful for all your love and care during the hardest days of our life.“

Den

Grandmother of 5

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“We were lucky to find a helpful hand and compassionate heart in Fostering Hope. They went above and beyond to support our family and we couldn’t be more thankful for their support. They met all of our needs and gave us an abundance of resources on the first night we were placed with our nieces.”

Jackie

Kinship Parent

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“We could not have been able to take placement of our foster kids without the help of Fostering Hope, who came beside us as we took the steps to go from a family of 3 to a family of 7 in a matter of 24 hours.”

James

Foster Parent

What our happy donors say !!

Generosity in action! Our donors share their joy: 'Thank you for giving these children dignity and hope.' 'Proud to support such a noble cause.' Together, we're making a meaningful difference in young lives.

How can you Help?

There are over 8,000 children in the foster care system; over 800 of them are in Knoxville alone. We are so thankful for the donations of our faithful followers thank you; you are the life blood of our ministry!