New Hope Children's Advocacy Center

Our New Hope team is out of the office for the next three days, spending time with our loved ones this holiday season?? Our office will be closed on November 27, 28, & 29. For immediate assistance, please reach out to the Abuse Hotline or visit carat.app.tn.gov.

This Thanksgiving week, we want to share just how thankful we are! A massive THANK YOU to every sponsor, community partner, attendee, and volunteer who helped us raise a record-breaking $246,905 at our 22nd Annual Black Tie & Blue Jeans Gala! ?? Each dollar raised allows us to continue providing critical resources to the children in our community who have experienced abuse. It keeps our doors open and ensures that we can continue restoring hope in Blount County. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the support of our amazing community—thank you for making a difference!

Thankful for so much this year, but especially for PCS, Inc. ?? In October, they hosted their 1st Annual New Hope Golf Tournament and raised an incredible $8,694.23 for New Hope! We are blown away by their generosity and the support of all the sponsors and golfers who made this possible. We’re already teeing up excitement for next year—thank you for driving hope forward! ??

Did you know? Every child who visits New Hope is given the chance to choose a stuffed animal, snack, and juice box, offering them a small but meaningful source of comfort during a difficult time ???? We are deeply grateful to April Ergenbright and Bethany for their generous donation of snacks, essentials, and toys on behalf of UT Federal Credit Union. Your kindness helps us create a warm and welcoming space for the children we serve. Thank you for making a difference in their lives!

Earlier this week, some of our team was able to attend the Connecting for Children’s Justice Conference put on by Children's Advocacy Centers of Tennessee in Nashville. What a great training! ? We got to learn more about several topics, from the importance of medical exams to questions about court cases and lots more. Thankful for the opportunity to continue learning as a team AND for District Attorney General Desmond for attending along with us. ?? Shout-out to Assistant District Attorney Ashley Salem (pictured) for giving an awesome presentation during one of the sessions. ???? “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” - Hellen Keller

Help PAVE the way for hope and healing?? By purchasing a personalized pathway paver for $120, you’ll not only leave a lasting legacy but also show every child who walks through our doors that their community truly cares. These pavers will be beautifully incorporated into the front walkway of our center, serving as a daily reminder to children and families that they are supported. Join us in creating a pathway of love and encouragement. Click the link below to secure your brick and make an impact today! https://lnkd.in/eN3zuUT4

Cheers to an unforgettable evening! ?? Over the next couple of weeks, we want to make sure we give a special shoutout to the incredible people and places that went above and beyond to make our Black Tie & Blue Jeans Gala another record-breaking night! First up: Foothills Plaza Wines & Spirits ?? From donating an exquisite 18-bottle wine collection for our premier silent auction to providing bottles for our ever-popular Spirits Table, your generosity is unmatched. The Spirits Table sold out in just 30 minutes, and our guests had so much fun pulling a Jean Bag to discover their bourbon or whiskey surprise! Your continued support year after year makes a tremendous impact on our mission and the success of this event. We’re beyond grateful for you! ?? #BlackTieBlueJeans #CommunitySupport #ThankYou

Thank you to this wonderful group for joining us last Thursday for a ‘Through Jamie’s Eyes’ tour! ?? We were thrilled to welcome future 2025 board members and representatives from UT Federal Credit Union. We’re so grateful for a community that cares deeply about protecting and supporting our most vulnerable—our children. Interested in bringing your group for a tour? Click the link below to sign up, or email [email protected] to schedule a visit if the available dates don’t align with your schedule. https://lnkd.in/ewhqxbhb

Last Friday, our team had the privilege of touring Smith & Wesson’s impressive headquarters right here in Blount County ?? This incredible facility, with stunning mountain views, brings every part of the process under one roof—plastic injection molding, assembly, and distribution. We’re so grateful our board and staff could see firsthand the amazing work happening in our community and learn more about this state-of-the-art space!

The best way to start your morning? Tune into the Let’s Be Blount podcast to hear our incredible CEO, Ashley Fontenot, share more about New Hope’s mission and impact.?? A huge thank you to Brett and Eric for helping us spread the message far and wide! ??? Listen and SHARE to help us make a difference: https://lnkd.in/e2WsqNQT