Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority, Inc.

06/08/2026

We are proud to recognize Patty Harris, S.O.A.R. Mobility Coach, as our Employee of the Month! Patty has served our agency for over 30 years, consistently demonstrating compassion, dedication, and commitment in her work. Her ability to connect with families in a positive and meaningful way truly sets her apart. She provides invaluable resources and support, helping families thrive through her guidance and care. Patty’s long-standing devotion to our mission and the families we serve embodies the very best of our agency. Congratulations, Patty, this recognition is well deserved!

06/08/2026

06/02/2026

05/22/2026

We Need Your Voice!
Our Community Action Agency is working to better serve YOU—but we need your input!
Please take a few minutes to complete our Community Needs Assessment Survey. Your feedback helps us understand what resources and services are most needed in our area.
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Please help us to better serve our communities by taking this quick Community Needs Assessment survey!

05/20/2026

Come out to see us today 10:30am-1pm for our Community Resource Fair. We are giving out Second Harvest Food bags, produce, free hotdog dog lunches, kid's activity bags, free diapers to expectant moms. The Imagination Library Bus is here to give out free books to adults and children, a fire truck and many community resources are available to speak with you about their services! We are located at 534 East First North Street in Morristown.

05/19/2026

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20th from 10:30am-1pm for our Community Resource Fair in our parking lot at 534 East First North St. Morristown. Fill out a community needs survey to be entered into a drawing for tickets to the Knoxville Zoo, Wonderworks, Nascar Speedpark and more. Food bags, produce, kid's activity bags, and free hotdog lunches until they run out. The Imagination Library Bus and a firetruck will be on site for kids.

05/18/2026

**UPDATE**DATE CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER**Please join us on WEDNESDAY, May 20th from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to learn about our programs and other local community resources. Adults can fill out a Community Needs Survey to be entered into a drawing to win tickets from Wonderworks, Nascar Speedpark, Hollywood Wax Museum, the Knoxville Zoo and more! Free hotdog lunches will be distributed to the first 150 people. The Imagination Library bus will be here to give out books to kids and adults. Small food bags and produce will be given out to the first 200 people. Summer fun bags will be given out to kids as well! *Vendor spots are full*

05/07/2026

Please join us on May 21st from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to learn about our programs and other local community resources. Adults can fill out a Community Needs Survey to be entered into a drawing to win tickets from Wonderworks, Nascar Speedpark, Hollywood Wax Museum, the Knoxville Zoo and more! Free hotdog lunches will be distributed to the first 150 people. The Imagination Library bus will be here to give out books to kids and adults. Small food bags will be given out to the first 200 people. Summer fun bags will be given out to kids as well! *Vendor spots are full*

05/07/2026

Come see what we're about! Looking forward to seeing you!

Douglas-Cherokee will be hosting a Community Resources Fair on Thursday, May 21. Come and see us! We will have free diapers/wipes for pregnant mothers, free hotdog lunches to the first 150 people, Imagination Library, Head Start sign ups, many other communities resource booths, LIHEAP info, dental clinic info, ticket drawing for Knoxville Zoo, NASCAR Speedpark, and Wonderworks. We will also have small food bags for the first 200 people donated by the Second Harvest Foodbank. For more information, please call 423-587-4500 or email [email protected]

DCEA
534 E 1st N Street
Morristown, TN 37814

04/28/2026

The DCEA Neighborhood Service Centers are updating their schedule. Starting 5/1/26 the schedule for clients to come in for assistance will be:

Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. and 1-4 p.m.
Fridays -9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.