Who We Are
Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
Our Services
AmeriCorps
Beardsley Community Farm
Utility Assistance
Head Start
Home Repair & Weatherization
Nutrition Services
Office on Aging
Social Services
Transportation
VITA / Tax Preparation
LIHEAP 2026 Program Update
🗓️ LIHEAP Online Application Portal is now Open. Click below to learn more.
🏢 In-Person Assistance
CAC will provide in-person LIHEAP application assistance for regular LIHEAP applicants on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Applicants are served on a first-come, first-served basis until service capacity is reached.
If you are facing a utility crisis (such as a disconnect or shut-off notice), help is available as needed throughout the week.
⚠️ Please Note
The required LIHEAP online application portal is hosted by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA). It is an external website and is not managed by CAC. CAC does not control the portal’s content, technical functions, or availability. If you experience issues with the portal, please continue to check back periodically to see if the technical difficulties have been resolved. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Celebrating Community Action
Celebrate 60 years of CAC’s impact with our commemorative book, Helping People. Changing Lives., written by Knoxville historian Jack Neely. With a recommended $15 donation, you can pick up your copy and explore six decades of community action in Knoxville and Knox County.
Media Inquiries Welcome
Interested in covering CAC’s impactful community programs or services? Media professionals are encouraged to contact Deisha Finley, Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer, deisha.finley@knoxcac.org, for interviews, insights, or story opportunities. Let us help you share the story of change in our community.