Big things happen when people come together. The One Westside Provider Network is a growing group of over 20 businesses, foundations, and organizations that have pledged more than $21 million in services to Chattanooga’s Westside.
From healthcare and education to job training and family resources, our partners are helping us build a stronger, more connected community. This network is more than just a list of contributors—it’s about real people making a real impact. Check out the incredible partners making a difference and see how their contributions are shaping the future of our neighborhood.
Because when we lift each other up, we all rise.
American Job Center (SETW)
The Southeast Tennessee Local Workforce Development Board supports the Chattanooga Housing Authority’s Choice Neighborhoods grant application for College Hill Courts. Through the American Job Center (AJC) network, AJC will provide job readiness, career counseling, job search workshops, training referrals, and supportive services to residents. The AJC will also offer paid work-based learning opportunities for youth and financial assistance for training-related costs to adult participants. These services will help College Hill Courts residents increase economic mobility, improve labor marketability, and contribute to a skilled, competitive workforce in the region.
The Southeast Tennessee Local Workforce Development Board supports the Chattanooga Housing Authority’s Choice Neighborhoods grant application for College Hill Courts. Through the American Job Center (AJC) network, AJC will provide job readiness, career counseling, job search workshops, training referrals, and supportive services to residents. The AJC will also offer paid work-based learning opportunities for youth and financial assistance for training-related costs to adult participants. These services will help College Hill Courts residents increase economic mobility, improve labor marketability, and contribute to a skilled, competitive workforce in the region.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Chattanooga
The Boys & Girls Club of Chattanooga (BGCC) will establish a new Clubhouse at the James A. Henry Hub, its fifth location in Chattanooga, to provide youth ages 6-18 with outcome-based programming focused on academic success, leadership development, and healthy lifestyles. BGCC will offer after-school activities such as tutoring, STEM learning, and college prep, along with job readiness training and wellness education. The Clubhouse will provide three hours of programming per day during the school year, extended to six hours during the summer. BGCC’s presence will help foster a positive, engaging environment that supports youth in building essential skills for future success.
The Boys & Girls Club of Chattanooga (BGCC) will establish a new Clubhouse at the James A. Henry Hub, its fifth location in Chattanooga, to provide youth ages 6-18 with outcome-based programming focused on academic success, leadership development, and healthy lifestyles. BGCC will offer after-school activities such as tutoring, STEM learning, and college prep, along with job readiness training and wellness education. The Clubhouse will provide three hours of programming per day during the school year, extended to six hours during the summer. BGCC’s presence will help foster a positive, engaging environment that supports youth in building essential skills for future success.
Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
The Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services (CADAS) will provide substance use disorder (SUD) services to College Hill Courts residents over the next eight years. CADAS will offer a full continuum of care, including medical detoxification, residential rehabilitation, outpatient services, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Their services will also include prevention programs and housing support. CADAS has been serving the Chattanooga area for over 60 years and is committed to providing high-quality care to individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, supporting residents’ recovery and well-being.
The Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services (CADAS) will provide substance use disorder (SUD) services to College Hill Courts residents over the next eight years. CADAS will offer a full continuum of care, including medical detoxification, residential rehabilitation, outpatient services, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Their services will also include prevention programs and housing support. CADAS has been serving the Chattanooga area for over 60 years and is committed to providing high-quality care to individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, supporting residents’ recovery and well-being.
Chattanooga Area Food Bank
The Chattanooga Area Food Bank (CAFB) will address food insecurity by establishing a new food pantry at College Hill Courts, serving 150 families each year. CAFB will distribute fresh produce, pantry staples, and prepared meals, while supporting a community garden initiative at Sheila Jennings Park to promote nutrition education and sustainable food access. Necessary cold storage and equipment will be provided for safe food storage and distribution. CAFB will offer food safety training to CHA staff and volunteers, ensuring the continued well-being of residents throughout the 8-year grant period.
The Chattanooga Area Food Bank (CAFB) will address food insecurity by establishing a new food pantry at College Hill Courts, serving 150 families each year. CAFB will distribute fresh produce, pantry staples, and prepared meals, while supporting a community garden initiative at Sheila Jennings Park to promote nutrition education and sustainable food access. Necessary cold storage and equipment will be provided for safe food storage and distribution. CAFB will offer food safety training to CHA staff and volunteers, ensuring the continued well-being of residents throughout the 8-year grant period.
Chattanooga Football Club Foundation
Chattanooga Football Club Foundation (CFCF), a nonprofit designed to engage and empower Chattanoogans through the game of soccer, will provide camps at Sheila Jennings Park during the school year and summer break for children and youth ages 8-17. Through soccer clinics, mentorship programs, and community events, CFCF will promote physical fitness, teamwork, and leadership skills among young residents. The club will also offer pathways for youth to participate in organized sports, fostering discipline, confidence, and a sense of community. By integrating sports programming into the broader One Westside Plan, CFCF will contribute to the holistic development of children and teens, encouraging healthy lifestyles and positive community engagement.
Chattanooga Football Club Foundation (CFCF), a nonprofit designed to engage and empower Chattanoogans through the game of soccer, will provide camps at Sheila Jennings Park during the school year and summer break for children and youth ages 8-17. Through soccer clinics, mentorship programs, and community events, CFCF will promote physical fitness, teamwork, and leadership skills among young residents. The club will also offer pathways for youth to participate in organized sports, fostering discipline, confidence, and a sense of community. By integrating sports programming into the broader One Westside Plan, CFCF will contribute to the holistic development of children and teens, encouraging healthy lifestyles and positive community engagement.
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga State Community College will offer educational pathways for residents seeking skill development, workforce training, and degree programs. Through partnerships with One Westside, the college will provide technical training, trade certification programs, and academic support services tailored to meet the needs of individuals pursuing careers in high-demand industries. They will also support adult learners with GED preparation courses, financial aid assistance, and job placement services upon program completion.
Chattanooga State Community College will offer educational pathways for residents seeking skill development, workforce training, and degree programs. Through partnerships with One Westside, the college will provide technical training, trade certification programs, and academic support services tailored to meet the needs of individuals pursuing careers in high-demand industries. They will also support adult learners with GED preparation courses, financial aid assistance, and job placement services upon program completion.
Chattanooga 2.0
Chattanooga 2.0, a cross-sector partnership focused on improving educational and workforce outcomes, commits to supporting the One Westside revitalization through its programs. They will support early learning and literacy initiatives, ensuring young children are prepared for kindergarten and academic success. Chattanooga 2.0 will provide parent engagement programs, early literacy resources, and support for efforts to expand access to high-quality early childhood education. Additionally, the Viable Pathways to Prosperity Program will connect 5 College Hill Courts residents annually with workforce opportunities, while the Family Reads Program provides books and activities to improve literacy.
Chattanooga 2.0, a cross-sector partnership focused on improving educational and workforce outcomes, commits to supporting the One Westside revitalization through its programs. They will support early learning and literacy initiatives, ensuring young children are prepared for kindergarten and academic success. Chattanooga 2.0 will provide parent engagement programs, early literacy resources, and support for efforts to expand access to high-quality early childhood education. Additionally, the Viable Pathways to Prosperity Program will connect 5 College Hill Courts residents annually with workforce opportunities, while the Family Reads Program provides books and activities to improve literacy.
CHI Memorial Hospital
CHI Memorial will collaborate on expanding access to healthcare services in the One Westside community, focusing on preventative care, cancer screenings, and chronic disease prevention. Through mobile health clinics and community outreach events, CHI Memorial will provide mammograms, lung cancer screenings, chronic disease education, and health fairs. Additionally, they will facilitate access to vaccinations and referrals to specialty care, ensuring that residents of College Hill Courts receive comprehensive health services aimed at improving overall wellness and addressing healthcare needs in the community.
CHI Memorial will collaborate on expanding access to healthcare services in the One Westside community, focusing on preventative care, cancer screenings, and chronic disease prevention. Through mobile health clinics and community outreach events, CHI Memorial will provide mammograms, lung cancer screenings, chronic disease education, and health fairs. Additionally, they will facilitate access to vaccinations and referrals to specialty care, ensuring that residents of College Hill Courts receive comprehensive health services aimed at improving overall wellness and addressing healthcare needs in the community.
City of Chattanooga - Headstart
Chattanooga Head Start (CHS) will operate a new Head Start Center at the James A. Henry Hub, increasing access to high-quality early childhood education for College Hill Courts families. The center will provide comprehensive early learning programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, ensuring children receive strong educational foundations, nutritious meals, and social-emotional support. This expansion will more than double the number of Head Start seats in the community, providing valuable resources for early childhood development, health, and family well-being, in partnership with CHA and its People Lead to ensure seamless service delivery and outcome tracking.
Chattanooga Head Start (CHS) will operate a new Head Start Center at the James A. Henry Hub, increasing access to high-quality early childhood education for College Hill Courts families. The center will provide comprehensive early learning programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, ensuring children receive strong educational foundations, nutritious meals, and social-emotional support. This expansion will more than double the number of Head Start seats in the community, providing valuable resources for early childhood development, health, and family well-being, in partnership with CHA and its People Lead to ensure seamless service delivery and outcome tracking.
Creative Discovery Museum
The Creative Discovery Museum (CDM) will offer STEAM-based learning experiences for young children in the College Hill Courts community, including hands-on educational activities and workshops for Head Start teachers. Their programming will emphasize early science, technology, engineering, arts, and math education, fostering curiosity and creativity in young learners. CDM will also provide free museum access for College Hill families through a community pass, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to engage with interactive exhibits and learn through exploration, building a strong foundation for future academic success.
The Creative Discovery Museum (CDM) will offer STEAM-based learning experiences for young children in the College Hill Courts community, including hands-on educational activities and workshops for Head Start teachers. Their programming will emphasize early science, technology, engineering, arts, and math education, fostering curiosity and creativity in young learners. CDM will also provide free museum access for College Hill families through a community pass, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to engage with interactive exhibits and learn through exploration, building a strong foundation for future academic success.
Dress for Success Chattanooga
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Dress for Success Chattanooga is dedicated to empowering ladies in College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood. By providing professional attire, interview coaching, and resume support, the organization helps build confidence and prepare for success in the workforce. Services include access to a professional wardrobe, personalized interview preparation, and a capsule wardrobe to ease the transition into new roles. Additionally, the Professional Women’s Group (PWG) offers networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support residents as they advance in their careers and achieve long-term economic independence.
Dress for Success Chattanooga is dedicated to empowering ladies in College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood. By providing professional attire, interview coaching, and resume support, the organization helps build confidence and prepare for success in the workforce. Services include access to a professional wardrobe, personalized interview preparation, and a capsule wardrobe to ease the transition into new roles. Additionally, the Professional Women’s Group (PWG) offers networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support residents as they advance in their careers and achieve long-term economic independence.
EPB
EPB is supporting the revitalization of College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood by providing new communications services at the James A. Henry Hub and installing public outdoor Wi-Fi in key community spaces, including Sheila Jennings Park, Grace Tree/Flagpole Plaza, and The Lawn. EPB also partners with Hamilton County Schools through the HCS EdConnect program, offering free, high-speed home Wi-Fi to qualifying families with children in grades K-12. These initiatives aim to bridge the digital divide, enhance connectivity, and improve access to educational resources and community services for the Westside residents.
EPB is supporting the revitalization of College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood by providing new communications services at the James A. Henry Hub and installing public outdoor Wi-Fi in key community spaces, including Sheila Jennings Park, Grace Tree/Flagpole Plaza, and The Lawn. EPB also partners with Hamilton County Schools through the HCS EdConnect program, offering free, high-speed home Wi-Fi to qualifying families with children in grades K-12. These initiatives aim to bridge the digital divide, enhance connectivity, and improve access to educational resources and community services for the Westside residents.
Erlanger Community Health Center
Erlanger Community Health Centers (ECHC) is committed to supporting the revitalization of College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood by offering health clinic services at the James A. Henry Hub. ECHC, with over 55 years of experience, provides a full range of services, including primary care, pediatrics, counseling, and dentistry. As part of the revitalization, ECHC will offer primary care visits, case management, and dental screenings to residents. Their commitment ensures access to quality healthcare services, regardless of insurance or ability to pay, benefiting the residents of College Hill Courts.
Erlanger Community Health Centers (ECHC) is committed to supporting the revitalization of College Hill Courts and the One Westside neighborhood by offering health clinic services at the James A. Henry Hub. ECHC, with over 55 years of experience, provides a full range of services, including primary care, pediatrics, counseling, and dentistry. As part of the revitalization, ECHC will offer primary care visits, case management, and dental screenings to residents. Their commitment ensures access to quality healthcare services, regardless of insurance or ability to pay, benefiting the residents of College Hill Courts.
Hamilton County Health Department
The Hamilton County Health Department will support the health and well-being of College Hill Courts residents through a range of preventative and community-based healthcare initiatives. They will provide immunizations, maternal and child health services, developmental screenings, and health education programs to ensure families have access to essential healthcare resources. The department will also play a key role in connecting residents to insurance enrollment assistance, chronic disease management programs, and public health services that promote long-term wellness. Through regular health outreach events and partnerships with local service providers, the Health Department will help build a healthier, more resilient community.
Mental Health Cooperative (MHC) is proud to support the One Westside Plan, bringing vital resources to College Hill Courts residents. As a Tennessee Health Link Behavioral Health Provider, MHC will offer safety-supporting health services, crisis intervention, and counseling support for individuals and families. Services will include individual and group therapy, medication management, and case management to connect residents with long-term care options. Monthly on-site health fairs and a dedicated care manager will ensure seamless service delivery in collaboration with CHA and Urban Strategies, Inc.
The Hamilton County Health Department will support the health and well-being of College Hill Courts residents through a range of preventative and community-based healthcare initiatives. They will provide immunizations, maternal and child health services, developmental screenings, and health education programs to ensure families have access to essential healthcare resources. The department will also play a key role in connecting residents to insurance enrollment assistance, chronic disease management programs, and public health services that promote long-term wellness. Through regular health outreach events and partnerships with local service providers, the Health Department will help build a healthier, more resilient community.
Maclellan Foundation
The Maclellan Foundation has long been committed to enabling Chattanooga’s citizens to thrive, with safe, affordable housing as a key priority. The Foundation has collaborated with the Chattanooga Housing Authority (CHA) for years, supporting initiatives like the Maclellan Shelter for Families and funding a Housing Navigator to help voucher holders secure stable housing. Through the One Westside Plan, the Foundation continues its support by providing funding for vital supportive services. These services, determined by CHA and Urban Strategies, Inc., will help families at College Hill Courts achieve long-term stability and economic mobility.
The Maclellan Foundation has long been committed to enabling Chattanooga’s citizens to thrive, with safe, affordable housing as a key priority. The Foundation has collaborated with the Chattanooga Housing Authority (CHA) for years, supporting initiatives like the Maclellan Shelter for Families and funding a Housing Navigator to help voucher holders secure stable housing. Through the One Westside Plan, the Foundation continues its support by providing funding for vital supportive services. These services, determined by CHA and Urban Strategies, Inc., will help families at College Hill Courts achieve long-term stability and economic mobility.
Mental Health Cooperative
Mental Health Cooperative (MHC) is proud to support the One Westside Plan, bringing vital resources to College Hill Courts residents. As a Tennessee Health Link Behavioral Health Provider, MHC will offer safety-supporting health services, crisis intervention, and counseling support for individuals and families. Services will include individual and group therapy, medication management, and case management to connect residents with long-term care options. Monthly on-site health fairs and a dedicated care manager will ensure seamless service delivery in collaboration with CHA and Urban Strategies, Inc.
Signal Centers
Signal Centers will enhance early childhood education and family support for College Hill Courts residents through developmental screenings, early intervention services, and training for childcare providers. Their Family Forward program will enroll five new families annually, providing case management, transportation, and emergency assistance. Child Care Resource & Referral will conduct outreach events with screenings, training, and book distribution. Work Ready will support residents through paid internships and education. Signal Centers will also offer art therapy classes and assistive technology expos, providing comprehensive support for children, families, and individuals who are disabled.
Signal Centers will enhance early childhood education and family support for College Hill Courts residents through developmental screenings, early intervention services, and training for childcare providers. Their Family Forward program will enroll five new families annually, providing case management, transportation, and emergency assistance. Child Care Resource & Referral will conduct outreach events with screenings, training, and book distribution. Work Ready will support residents through paid internships and education. Signal Centers will also offer art therapy classes and assistive technology expos, providing comprehensive support for children, families, and individuals who are disabled.
The Enterprise Center (Tech Goes Home)
The Enterprise Center will focus on bridging the digital divide for College Hill Courts residents by providing technology access, internet connectivity, and digital literacy training. Through quarterly digital skills classes, device distribution programs, and workshops, TEC will help individuals develop essential tech skills for modern employment. Their initiatives include free or low-cost internet service and partnerships with local businesses to create job opportunities in the growing technology sector. TEC’s efforts will support the One Westside Transformation Plan, ensuring residents are equipped to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
The Enterprise Center will focus on bridging the digital divide for College Hill Courts residents by providing technology access, internet connectivity, and digital literacy training. Through quarterly digital skills classes, device distribution programs, and workshops, TEC will help individuals develop essential tech skills for modern employment. Their initiatives include free or low-cost internet service and partnerships with local businesses to create job opportunities in the growing technology sector. TEC’s efforts will support the One Westside Transformation Plan, ensuring residents are equipped to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) is dedicated to enhancing College Hill Courts through workforce readiness programs, professional development workshops, and educational opportunities. UTC will provide computer skills training, STEM summer camps, and career development services, including mentoring, skills assessments, and career coaching. The Center for Community Career Education will assist residents with job market navigation, while faculty and students will engage in service-learning projects to support economic empowerment. These initiatives aim to boost educational, career, and technological skills, fostering long-term community growth and development.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) is dedicated to enhancing College Hill Courts through workforce readiness programs, professional development workshops, and educational opportunities. UTC will provide computer skills training, STEM summer camps, and career development services, including mentoring, skills assessments, and career coaching. The Center for Community Career Education will assist residents with job market navigation, while faculty and students will engage in service-learning projects to support economic empowerment. These initiatives aim to boost educational, career, and technological skills, fostering long-term community growth and development.
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