Resources
Our resources are broken down into categories:
College Resources
Maryville College
This guide will help you to identify resources with information on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer LGBTQ topics and issues.
OUTgrads
A club for LGBTQ+ and Ally graduate students at the University of Tennessee.
Pellissippi Pride
A club that offers unity, resources, and support in social, educational and political environments for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer students, faculty, staff and their allies.
UTK Pride Center
As a physical symbol of UT's commitment to diversity, Pride Center provides support, resources, and a community space for UT's LGBTQIA and ally students, faculty, and staff, as well as anyone who seeks to learn
Student Union 373
1502 Cumberland Ave.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN 37996
Family & Youth Resources
GLSEN (National)
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network GLSEN, the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network, is the leading national education organization focused on ensuring safe schools for all students.
GLSEN Tennessee
GLSEN Middle Tennessee envisions a world in which every child learns to accept and respect all people, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
PFLAG (National)
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights.
PFLAG Oak Ridge
PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQ+ community. We're made up of LGBTQ+ individuals, family members and allies.
Talkline LGBT
HOURS:
Mon - Fri 4pm - 12am
Sat 12pm - 5pm
The Trevor Project
Teen Depression Help For LGBTQ+ A national 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth.
Youth Pride Fest
First Pres Church in Oak Ridge similar to Knoxville Pride for youth. It is meant to let youth show their pride and diversity.
Group Resources
Appalachian Equality Chorus
We use our voices, strengths, and individual gifts to create enriching musical experiences; promote inclusion, equality, and empathy; end hostility toward minority populations; and better our world through community partnerships.
Gyrlgroove
We support female artists, civic organizations that provide support services to women, and any organization that seeks to enhance the strength of womynhood in today's social, political and economic environment.
Knoxville Gay Men's Discussion Group
Over 25 yrs together. We meet each Monday from 7:30pm to 9:00 pm at Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church (TVUUC).
2931 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919-4624
The Lesbian Social Group
The Lesbian Social Group of Knoxville TN LSG is over 20 yrs old. We are just casual community way to meet other women. We offer activities such as meeting, Women's Dances, Annual Hikes, and Bike Rides. We also provide resources and support.
Health & Wellness Resources
Alltreatment.com
We learned that people are having a hard time locating local LGBTQIA+ friendly drug and alcohol addiction treatment options on the internet so we created this free rehab center locator to help. We combined the government's LGBTQIA+ freindly treatment center database (SAMHSA) with modern location technology that works everywhere in the United States.The LGBTQIA Friendly Rehab Centers Near You technology uses your location to generate a local listing of all the LGBTQIA+ rehab centers in and around your community. Alltreatment.com is a community based public benefit website connecting people to the addiction resources they need. The resource is free to the public.Here is the link to our local rehab center locator:
alltreatment.com/lgbtqia-friendly-alcohol-and-drug-rehab-centers
Contact Care Line
Where Listening Saves Lives your East Tennessee Lifeline crisis center
Knox County Health Department
Knox County Health Department Clinical Health Immunizations, WIC, women's health, STD testing and treatment, dental program, pediatric care, and HIV/AIDS testing and care · Birth and death certificates
140 Dameron Ave
Knoxville, TN 37917-6413
Mental Health Association of East Tennessee
We are committed to being one of the main links to services within the area. With so many different treatment options, it can be overwhelming to try and identify which service is right for you. Our Peer Recovery Specialists, who have been there too, will help you find the right resource and support you as you take the steps toward recovery.
NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
Planned Parenthood
LGBTQ+ Services in Knoxville, TN Knoxville Health Center offers the following services specifically for clients who identify as LGBTQ+: Hormone Therapy for Transgender Clients Additional services: General Health Care HIV Testing LGBT Services Men's Health Care, Morning-After Pill (Emergency Contraception), Pregnancy Testing & Services, STD Testing, Treatment & Vaccines Women's Health Care Abortion Services, Birth Control.
CURRENTLY MOBILE ONLY
Recovery Village
The Recovery Village is a substance abuse treatment facility that is LGBTQ+ friendly. This information page details substance abuse within the LGBTQ+ community, potential causes for the rate at which the community is disproportionately affected by substance abuse issues, and options to find help."
Cherokee Health Systems
Cherokee Health Systems is an outpatient health center that is committed to providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality health services to people across Tennessee. We believe the best approach to wellness involves treating both the body and mind. That’s why our experienced medical providers offer blended primary care and behavioral health services, dental, pharmacy, optometry, and addiction services to people of all ages, regardless of health insurance status. Call 1-866-231-4477 for more information.
DrugRehab.com
Substance use disorders have a greater effect on LGBTQ+ people than on the heterosexual population. The LGBTQ+ community must overcome several obstacles, including being denied substance abuse treatment because of their sexual identity. However, through the proper understanding and accommodation of LGBTQ+ care principles, substance abuse treatment can be successful.
LGBT National Help Center
We provide a safe environment on the phone or internet for people of all ages to discuss issues that they don't feel comfortable talking about anywhere else.
(888) 843-4564 National Hotline
(888) 234-7243 Senior Hotline
Mobile Crisis Unit Helen Ross McNabb
Center If it is determined that the person in crisis needs to be seen, a master's level clinician will meet with the client in person or via video conference to determine level of care needed.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call Lifeline
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Crisis Text Line is the free, 24/7, confidential text message service for people in crisis. Text HOME to 741741 in the United States.
Positively Living
Positively Living serves vulnerable groups struggling to survive the challenges created by HIV/AIDS, homelessness, mental illness, addiction, and disabilities. Our mission is to improve the lives of the people we serve through advocacy, counseling, socialization, housing, case management and support.
1925 Ailor Ave
Knoxville, Tn 37921
RehabSpot
RehabSpot understands that alcoholism is a very serious problem for the LGBTQ community, but increasing awareness and numbers of treatment options mean that help is out there.
Legal Resources
Held Law Firm
A Full-Service Family Law Firm Serving Knoxville & Surrounding Communities
1522 Highland Ave
Knoxville, TN 37916-1410
Local Resources
Appalachian OUTreach
Appalachian OUTreach is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to empower, connect, and support the East Tennessee lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people through the provision of safe and healthy, inclusively welcoming and affirming programs and respect for partnerships, which promote community building, resource development, and education for all.
Tennessee Equality Project (TEP)
Founded in 2004, engages state and local governments in Tennessee on behalf of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community. We fight negative legislation at the state level such as the Don't Say Gay, License to Bully, and Turn the Gays Away bills.
City of Knoxville
Chip Barry
LGBT Liaison to the Mayor
Deputy Chief of Operations
City County Building
400 W Main St, Rm 681
Knoxville, TN 37902-2405
Knoxville Police Department
Officer Michele Goldsberry
LGBT Liaison
KPD Training Academy
6388 Cement Plant Rd
Knoxville, TN 37924-2762
National Resources
ALGBTICAL (Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender)
There are few organizations which are geared solely for those who identify as pansexual, and many bisexual organizations include alternative identities such as: pansexual, omnisexual, multisexual, and other non-monosexualities, so representation and visibility likely also play a part in how people choose to self-identify.
Bisexual Resource Center
The BRC is the oldest national bi+ organization in the U.S. that advocates for bisexual visibility and raises awareness about bisexuality throughout the LGBT and ... We use “bi” and “bi+” as inclusive terms for those who are non-monosexual/non-monoromantic and can include those who identify as bisexual, pansexual.
GLAAD
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation By ensuring that the stories of LGBT people are heard through the media, GLAAD promotes understanding, increases acceptance, and advances equality.
Human Rights Campaign
HRC works to secure equal rights for LGBT individuals and families at the federal and state levels by lobbying elected officials, mobilizing grassroots supporters, educating Americans, investing strategically to elect fair-minded officials and partnering with other LGBT organizations.
Lambda Legal
Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work.
National Center for Lesbian Rights
NCLR is a non-profit, public interest law firm which litigates precedent-setting cases at the trial and appellate court levels; advocates for equitable public policies affecting the LGBT community; provides free legal assistance to LGBT people and their legal advocates; and conducts community education on LGBT legal issues.
The National Gay and Lesbian Taskforce
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is to build the grassroots power of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. We do this by training activists, equipping state and local organizations with the skills needed to organize broad-based campaigns to defeat anti-LGBT referenda and advance pro-LGBT legislation, and building the organizational capacity of our movement.
Soulforce
Soulforce, guided by the spirit of truth and empowered by the principles of relentless nonviolent resistance, works to end the religious and political oppression of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning people.
Stonewall Democrats
Stonewall is America's only grassroots Democratic LGBT organization. We focus on creating change in three ways: educating the LGBT community about the differences between the political parties; mobilizing the LGBT community to get out to vote on Election Day for fair-minded Democrats; and standing up when Republicans attack our families and our civil rights while we lead the Democratic party to continue improving its record on issues important to our community.
Nightlife
Club XYZ
Setting New & Higher Standards for Gay Nightlife in East Tennessee.
Voted Knoxville's Best Gay Bar.
1215 N Central St
Knoxville, TN 37917
Core Knoxville
Locally-owned LGBTQIA+ bar and grill with Live Shows Friday-Monday. Ages 21+ only.
7211 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Knox Pride Food Pantry System
Knox Pride has three pantry locations total with goods and necessities for the community.
One location is at the Knox Pride Center at 4044A Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920 and one location is at South Press Coffee Shop at 3615 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920.
In addition to these two locations, we offer a free fridge that is located just outside the Pride Center next to the Sam Duff Park restrooms that is available 24/7.
If you would like to donate, you can do so at any location at the listed hours OR you can order from our Amazon wish list.
Here are some of our current needs:
Multi-pack chips
Crackers
Granola bars
Pop Tarts
Mixed Nuts
Fruit Cups
Cereal
Knox Pride Center Locations
Items can be picked up or dropped off at either pantry location. Community members are encouraged to leave any leftovers or extra food in either location.
Indoor Pantry
The pantry located inside the Knox Pride Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00AM - 4:00PM.
We partner with Second Harvest on some food items at this location currently.
Community Fridge Pantry
The Community Fridge featured outside the Knox Pride Center is open 24/7 and located by the Sam Duff Memorial Park bathrooms.
Community Garden
We have a community garden by the Knox Pride Center building with fresh, seasonal produce that are available to be taken year-round as well. This garden is a collaboration with Beardsley Community Farm.
We are a low barrier organization, we are not faith based. If you’re hungry you’re hungry, please stop by!
South Press Coffee Shop Satellite Pantry
The pantry at South Press Coffee Shop is open the same hours that South Press is open: Tuesday through Saturday 8 AM-6 PM. South Press is closed on Sunday and Monday (subject to change, check their social media pages for the most accurate updated information).
The pantry shelf at South Press Coffee Shop is on the right side by the door when you first walk in.
Personal Care Pantry Locations
Knox Pride has two pantry locations with personal care items:
The Knox Pride Center - Indoor Pantry
South Press Coffee Shop Satellite Pantry
Spiritual Resources
Church of the Savior UCC, Knoxville
The mission of Church of the Savior, is to be an inclusive Christian church where we share our spiritual journeys with one another and seek to manifest the unconditional love of God toward all people and all creation.
934 N Weisgarber Rd
Knoxville, TN 37909-2716
Community of St. Ninian
The Community of St. Ninian is a Christian covenant community. Members meet together for worship, prayer, study, and service. It is our desire to provide a space in our lives for God to dwell, as well as to seek a dwelling place for God in our lives.
The Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan
425 N Cedar Bluff Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923-3600
Foothills Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
We are a growing congregation bringing diverse people together to connect with Love, Love one another, and Love the world.
1404 Tuckaleechee Pike
Maryville, TN 37803-6123
Gods Remnant Ministries
As imperfect as the church is, we promise to walk with you through whatever tomorrow brings and many times in our LGBT community those times can be very dark.
3617 Chapman Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37920-3059
Metropolitan Community Church of Knoxville
A Community of Faith. MCC Knoxville is a Christian Church serving the gay male, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and straight communities of Knoxville and East Tennessee. We come together from a rich variety of religious experiences and denominational backgrounds.
7820 Redeemer Ln
Knoxville, TN 37919-4715
Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church
Nurture Your Spirit. Help Heal Our World.
809 Oak Ridge Tpke
Oak Ridge, TN 37830-6916
Pagan Pride of East Tennessee
An organization that helps coordinate events in the local pagan community and is based on the Pagan Pride Project.
Rock Metropolitan Community Church
The Rock MCC is committed to: LEAD people to Jesus Christ! EQUIP them with the tools to grow spiritually & celebrate Christian diversity, SEND them out to serve Christ, the Church, the Community, & one another!
1601 Foust St
Chattanooga, TN 37404-5736
St. John's Episcopal Cathedral
In 1976, the General Convention of the Episcopal Church declared that “homosexual persons are children of God who have a full and equal claim with all other persons upon the love, acceptance, and pastoral concern and care of the Church" (1976-A069) To our lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender brothers, sisters and siblings: “The Episcopal Church welcomes you!”
413 Cumberland Ave
Knoxville, TN 37902-2302
St. Luke’s Episcopal
600 S Chestnut St
Knoxville, TN 37914-5829
Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church
Our Mission is to create a welcoming community that nurtures spiritual growth and challenges us to transform the world through acts of love and justice.
2931 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919-4624
Tyson House
Tyson House Lutheran-Episcopal Campus Ministry is an ecumenical worshiping community.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
824 Melrose Pl # 1
Knoxville, TN 37916-3404
Westside Unitarian Universalist Church Knoxville
We strive to be a religious home to all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, opinions, beliefs, or abilities and to be good stewards of the earth.
616 Fretz Rd
Knoxville, TN 37934-1604
Sports & Clubs
Hard Knox Roller Girls
The Hard Knox Roller Girls (HKRG) is an all female flat track roller derby league located in Knoxville, TN. We are a competitive sports organization who strives to improve individual athleticism, self-discipline, and character while promoting team unity.
Lambda Car Club
Largest car club for gay men and lesbians. A social group who shares the love for all things cars and automotive.
K-Town Softball League
We provide East Tennessee’s LGBTQ+ community and allies the opportunity to experience recreational softball in a welcoming, fun, and competitive environment.
Knoxville Lightning
IWFL (Independent Women's Football League) Knoxville Tennessee Women's Tackle Football Team
338 Sunrise Dr
Kingston, TN 37763-3025
Smoky Mountain USBC, Inc
A merged Local Bowling Association, Certified by the United States Bowling Congress. Smoky Mountain USBC Serves Six Bowling Centers in Knox, and Sevier Counties.
S&S Fountain Lanes
3315 North Broadway St
Knoxville, TN 37917
TN Car Craze Women’s Car Club
We love to talk about cars and the crazy things Tennessean’s do to their car, we go to car shows and plan activities.
PO Box 22081
Knoxville, TN 37933-0081
Transgender Resources
Knox Boyz of East Tennessee
Helping make better men for today and tomorrow A peer led support group for Transmen aka FTMs (female-to-male transgender/transsexual persons) regardless of medical transition status, in East Tennessee.
PO Box 27746
Knoxville, TN 37927-7746
Knox Girlz of East Tennessee
A peer led support group for Transwomen aka MTFs (male-to-female transgender / transsexuals) regardless of medical transition status, in East Tennessee.
PO Box 27746
Knoxville, TN 37927-7746
National Center for Transgender Equality
The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) is a 501(c)3 social justice organization dedicated to advancing the equality of transgender people through advocacy, collaboration and empowerment.
SOFFAs of East Tennessee Transgenders
Mission keep families together through education, every transition is a step forward not backward. Supporting friends, partners, and family, of transgender locals in their quests for mutual personal transition success.
PO Box 27746
Knoxville, TN 37927-7746
Trans Empowerment Project (National)
Mission Standing up to social injustice and ignorance by educating and empowering our transgender community.