For 35 years, Assistance and Resource Ministries Inc. (ARM) has been at the heart of serving East Tennessee, offering hope and essential support to individuals and families in need. We invite donors and community partners to join us in making a difference through contributions of food, clothing, household goods, and monetary donations.
Our Programs
• Best Foot Forward Back to School: Supplies children with essential school items to ensure a positive start to the academic year.
• Kids Food Bags: Provides nutritious food bags for children facing food insecurity.
• Dress for Success: Offers professional clothing to empower job seekers and students.
• Death with Dignity Funeral Suit: Supplies funeral attire for individuals and families in need during times of loss.
• Baby & Adult Diapers / Formula: Distributes essential baby formula, diapers, and adult incontinence supplies.
• Pet Food Ministries: Supports pet owners struggling to feed their companion animals.
• Cleaning Supplies: Provides household cleaning products to promote safe and healthy living environments.
• Disaster Assistance & Mobile Disaster Unit: Offers immediate relief and essential items during emergencies and disasters.
• Limited Financial Assistance: Helps with critical expenses for families facing hardship.
• Community Pantries: Located at the Elizabethton Carter County Library and Appalachia Coffee Cupboard, our pantries are stocked with fresh produce, baked goods, and non-perishable food items.
• Homeless Assistance: Delivers direct support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
• A.L.I.C.E. Program: Assists Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed households who are struggling to make ends meet.
How You Can Help
• Food, clothing, household goods, baby and adult care items, and cleaning supplies donations are always needed.
• Monetary gifts enable us to respond swiftly to the most pressing needs in our community.
• Volunteering your time in our programs, pantry locations, or disaster relief efforts makes a direct impact.