10/21/2026
It's that wonderful time of year again! Citizens for Community Improvement is excited to begin preparing for another Christmas season of helping our Friendsville families!
Our Christmas assistance call-ins are just around the corner, and we look forward to spreading a little extra joy throughout our community!
CALL-IN DATES: Monday, October 12 – Monday, October 26, 2026
CALL-IN HOURS: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
NUMBERS TO CALL TO SIGN UP:
Please choose just ONE of the following numbers to call.
865-661-0292, 865-253-4404, 865-363-4251, 571-331-9208
A FEW FRIENDLY REMINDERS:
1. Friendsville Residents: This program is available to residents of Friendsville.
2. One Christmas Assistance List Per Family: CCI and other participating organizations work together throughout Blount County to provide Christmas food baskets. To help spread the Christmas cheer to as many families as possible, we ask that each family sign up with only one organization.
3. If We Miss Your Call, Leave Us a Message! Our wonderful volunteers may be at work, spending time with their families, or helping someone else when you call. Please leave a message, and we promise someone will return your call as soon as possible!
4. A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way! The individuals answering your calls and gathering information are volunteers who generously give their time to make this program possible. We appreciate everyone's patience and kindness as they work to assist our community. They truly have hearts for helping others!
THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS IS IN GIVING!
Behind every Christmas food basket and every gift is a group of caring people who simply want to make someone's holiday a little brighter.
We are incredibly thankful for our volunteers, participating organizations, and everyone who helps make this tradition possible year after year.
After all, that's what makes a small community like Friendsville so special. Neighbors helping neighbors, kindness being shared, and a community coming together when it matters most!
