In true Volunteer spirit, we know there is a desire to help our neighbors and our own affected by Hurricane Helene. Through UT Public Safety and working with our campus partners, we have compiled a few helpful links for our Vols that are looking for an avenue to help.
Once the Search and Rescue mission is complete, the list of supplies and needs will continue to grow. For now, monetary donations are the most effective way to have a quick impact.
For those looking to contribute financially, the East Tennessee Foundation has set up a fund for monetary donations for the impacted counties.
Additionally, the Jones Center for Leadership and Service has a list of ways to contribute. Additional information will be updated when impacted counties have the capability to receive material donations.
Students impacted:
Students who need assistance can contact the Dean of Students Office at 865-974-3179 or dos@utk.edu.
The Center for Care & Resilience is available to support any student experiencing distress by calling 974-HELP or visiting their website at care.utk.edu. Students can call on behalf of themselves, or a fellow Vol in distress.
Students needing pharmaceuticals may be able to move their prescriptions to the Student Health Center for pickup, as well to make appointments. To schedule an appointment, visit studenthealth.utk.edu.
In addition, any student who needs food, hygiene products, or other necessities can request assistance through the Center for Basic Needs.
Faculty & staff impacted:
If you need support or time away from work, please connect with your supervisor to discuss as soon as possible. You can also contact Human Resources at 865-974-6642 or hr@utk.edu.
Any employee who needs food, hygiene products, or other necessities can request assistance through the Center for Basic Needs at basicneeds@utk.edu. The UT Institute of Agriculture has curated a list of flood-related resources across the state to assist individuals, families, and producers who have been impacted by the recent flooding. The list includes information on reporting missing persons, food insecurity, livestock needs, and other topics. Reach out to your county Extension office for assistance.
The Emotional Wellbeing Solutions program provides free, confidential assistance to help employees and their families resolve problems that influence their personal lives or job performance. EWS services are available to you and your family at no extra cost as part of your benefits. Visit here4TN.com and select Member Benefits for a full list of providers, or call 855-437-3486 to speak with a specialist 24/7 for confidential help and resources. For information about how to support a loved one affected by the flood, visit UT Public Safety’s hurricane relief page for updates.
If you have a unique need or concern (for example, access to a shower on campus) or are not sure where to start, call 865-946-CARE (946-2273) to speak with someone on the care team. Visit the Employee Hub 946-CARE page to learn more or find community resources on the hub’s HR site.
We will continue to update this page as information and resources become available.