Continuum of Care
Knox Housing Continuum (TN-502)
The Knox Housing Continuum (CoC) is the federally recognized planning body responsible for coordinating the community’s response to homelessness in Knoxville-Knox County. We bring together partners across sectors to align planning, funding, and service delivery to prevent and end homelessness.
The Continuum operates in accordance with HUD regulations and is supported by the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability as the Lead Agency.
Vision: A community where every resident has access to safe, affordable, and stable housing.
Mission: To make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring through collaboration, data-driven strategies, and a client-centered approach.
What We Do
- Coordinate community planning and system design
- Align housing and service resources
- Monitor system performance
- Support a coordinated response connecting people to housing and services
General Membership
The Knox Housing Continuum is a membership-driven body. General Membership meetings provide a space for partners to stay informed, contribute to system planning, and engage in shared decision-making.
Upcoming Meeting:
May 12 | 1-2:30pm | United Way room 106 or email Katie at katie.mcilwain@knoxtnhousing.org for a virtual option.
Recurring Meeting Schedule:
General Membership meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 1-2:30pm every other month.
Become a Member
Membership is open to individuals and organizations committed to preventing and ending homelessness in Knoxville-Knox County. We welcome a broad range of partners, including service providers, faith-based organizations, public systems, community groups, and individuals with lived experience.
To become an official member, complete this application.