Food voucher
Help purchasing groceries when a household is short on food.
Call the office
Wednesday’s Neighbors
Practical help, offered with dignity.
Each Wednesday, a small team meets with neighbors from Jefferson City, New Market, and Talbott who need help with essential food, fuel, or utility costs.
Call first(865) 475-3826 to schedule
Service areaJefferson City, New Market, and Talbott
AppointmentsWednesdays at 4:00 PM
Getting assistance
What to know before you call.
Assistance is available once each year so the ministry can serve as many households as possible.
Please bring photo identification, proof of residence, and the utility bill that needs to be paid. The church office will explain current availability and schedule your Wednesday appointment.
Need help this week?
Call the church office at (865) 475-3826. Staff can confirm whether Wednesday’s Neighbors is the right resource and tell you what to bring.
Types of assistance
Help with essential needs.
Availability depends on ministry funds and each household’s situation.
Gasoline voucher
Fuel assistance for essential travel such as work or appointments.
Call the officeUtility assistance
Limited help with electric, water, or natural gas bills.
Call the officeHelp a neighbor
Support the Benevolence Fund.
Your designated gift helps Wednesday’s Neighbors respond to urgent needs in our community.