Signal Mountain Social Services

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Our Mission: To address the needs of individuals living within the 37377 zip code during times of financial challenge and crisis, with a longer term focus of uniquely supporting each client on their path to self-reliance.

Sometimes, a small act of kindness can meet a very real need.We want to give a heartfelt shout-out to Pam, who recently ...
09/04/2026

Sometimes, a small act of kindness can meet a very real need.

We want to give a heartfelt shout-out to Pam, who recently noticed that our Food Pantry was running low on several items. Without being asked, she reached out and made a generous monetary donation to help us restock. We are so grateful for people like Pam who notice a need and simply say, “How can I help?”

We also want to recognize Parisa, who donated school supplies and is truly an absolute angel. Her generosity will help provide students with the supplies they need to learn, grow, and feel prepared at school. We are incredibly thankful for her kindness and support!
A heartfelt thank-you to Kathy R.! Kathy generously donated back-to-school supplies and lunch boxes to help our students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. We are so grateful for her kindness and generosity! Thank you, Kathy, for making a difference in the lives of our students!

A few of our elementary school teachers recently reached out to let us know that some students are coming to school without snacks and they are hungry during the school day. This is why snacks are one of our biggest needs right now. Easy-to-grab, kid-friendly snacks can make a meaningful difference for a child who needs a little extra nourishment to get through the day.

If you’re looking for a way to help, please consider picking up a few extra snacks the next time you’re at the grocery store. Granola bars, crackers, fruit snacks, applesauce pouches, and other individually packaged items are especially helpful!

To Pam, Parisa, and everyone who continues to support our Food Pantry, thank you! Your generosity reaches far beyond a donation. It reminds our families and children that their community cares about them.

Together, we can help make sure no child has to spend their school day hungry.

Last year, 13-year-old Mila, a Girl Scout working toward her Silver Award, partnered with Signal Mountain Social Service...
09/02/2026

Last year, 13-year-old Mila, a Girl Scout working toward her Silver Award, partnered with Signal Mountain Social Services for a school supplies drive to help families in our community. From the very beginning, Mila impressed us with her enthusiasm, kind heart, and willingness to serve others!

This year, Mila was ready to make a difference again. She reached out to one of our social workers and simply asked, “What does the office really need?” After talking it over, we shared that diapers are one of the most-needed items for the families we serve.

And Mila got to work!

She created a fundraiser called “Dive for Diapers,” with the goal of raising $500 to purchase diapers and wipes for SMSS families. Thanks to the incredible support of the Signal Mountain Town Pool and the Girl Scouts, Mila not only reached her goal, she raised over $500!

Then came the fun part: a shopping trip to put those donations to work! Mila was able to purchase an amazing 1,675 diapers and more than 4,500 individual wipes! A huge shout out to Beth for organizing the diapers and getting them on the shelf.

At just 13 years old, Mila is already showing what it means to have a heart for service. We are so proud of her for seeing a need, taking action, and making a real difference for families in our community.

And she isn’t finished yet! Next year, Mila will begin working toward her Girl Scout Gold Award, and we cannot wait to see the amazing things she will accomplish.

Thank you, Mila, for your continued support, your generous heart, and your enthusiasm for serving others. You are an inspiration, and we are so proud of you!

A huge shout-out to the Signal Mountain Town Pool and the Girl Scouts for helping make Dive for Diapers such a wonderful success!

One of our social workers had a wonderful time attending the recent drop-in breakfast and meet-and-greet with our commun...
08/31/2026

One of our social workers had a wonderful time attending the recent drop-in breakfast and meet-and-greet with our community partners at White Oak Bicycle Co.

For the past six years, White Oak Bicycle Co. has been helping make bicycles more accessible throughout our community. We are proud to partner with an organization that is making such an incredible impact through bicycle donations, education, mobility, and access to safe places to ride.

The impact is truly inspiring! In 2026 alone, White Oak Bicycle Co. has given back to the community by serving 27 organizations, donating 745 bicycles, and partnering with 14 schools and 6 agencies!

Through our partnership, both students and adults served by Signal Mountain Social Services have received bicycles opening doors to transportation, independence, recreation, and opportunity.

We also enjoyed learning more about the many ways White Oak Bicycle Co. is investing in our community, including Wheels of Opportunity, bicycle donation locations, fleet bikes - new bikes for schools and community centers, bicycle education, mobility and access, safe places and pathways, and bike traffic gardens.

We are so grateful to be part of this amazing partnership and to see firsthand how something as simple as a bicycle can make a big difference in someone’s life.

Have a bicycle you no longer need? You can donate it right here on Signal Mountain! Simply drop it off at the Signal Mountain Transfer Station, where it can begin a new journey and help provide wheels of opportunity through WOBC for someone else.

Thank you, White Oak Bicycle Co., for all you do to keep our community moving forward!

Tech Goes Home - Last-Minute Openings!We have a few last-minute spots available for our upcoming Tech Goes Home class!Th...
08/29/2026

Tech Goes Home - Last-Minute Openings!

We have a few last-minute spots available for our upcoming Tech Goes Home class!

Thanks to grant funding, there is NO cost to participants, and everyone who completes the program will receive a new Chromebook to keep!

Tech Goes Home helps participants build practical digital skills and confidence, including using computers, navigating the internet, accessing online resources, communicating online, and using technology for everyday life, work, and education.

Class Dates:
• September 1
• September 8
• September 15
• September 22
• September 29
• October 6

Time: 5:30–8:00 PM est
Location: Lone Oak Community Center

We have a few spots that have opened up! Please email Sarah at [email protected] or call 423-886-5982 by Monday evening to secure your spot or if you have questions. This class is open to people 18 and over.

Sometimes, the greatest support is simply showing up!Recently, a preschool family came to us needing a little extra help...
08/27/2026

Sometimes, the greatest support is simply showing up!
Recently, a preschool family came to us needing a little extra help navigating the registration process and preparing for their child’s first day of school. Mom asked for assistance with registration and wondered if someone could meet her at drop-off to help her learn the preschool’s routines and safely navigate the sign-in and sign-out process.
So, we showed up.
At Signal Mountain Social Services, we believe in meeting people where they are. Sometimes that means providing food or financial assistance. Sometimes it means connecting someone with a resource. And sometimes, it means walking alongside a parent on the first day of preschool until they feel confident doing it on their own.

That’s what we do. We meet people where they are, without judgment, and help them take the next step forward.

Because sometimes a little support at just the right moment can make all the difference.












We Believe in the Power of Education!We believe education has the power to open doors, change lives, and create brighter...
08/26/2026

We Believe in the Power of Education!

We believe education has the power to open doors, change lives, and create brighter futures.
Through our scholarship program, we help make educational opportunities possible for Signal Mountain students and families facing financial barriers. This year, we are proud to support 13 post-secondary scholarship recipients and 5 preschool scholarship recipients.

Each scholarship represents more than financial assistance. It provides students with a greater opportunity to pursue their educational goals while building a stronger foundation for their future.
We’ve seen the lasting impact of this program through past recipients, including Emma, now an architect; Jarren, who holds the position Area Manager of Operations at Amazon; and Jaylah, who recently started a medical chapter dedicated to recruiting women and minorities to pursue careers in medicine.
We are so proud of every scholarship recipient and grateful to the donors and community partners who help make these opportunities possible. Together, we’re opening doors and building brighter futures.

Sometimes, all it takes is one phone call to create a meaningful impact.On August 12, one of our social workers received...
08/25/2026

Sometimes, all it takes is one phone call to create a meaningful impact.

On August 12, one of our social workers received a call from a gentleman named Bob, who simply wanted to learn more about Signal Mountain Social Services and our work as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our social worker had the opportunity to share about the programs and services we offer, provide an update on our Back-to-School Program, and talk about the scholarships that help support students in our community.

She even walked Bob through our website so he could see more of the work being done at SMSS.

Just eight days later, on August 21, we received an incredible $2,000 donation from Bob to support our Back-to-School Program!

We are so grateful for opportunities to share the mission of SMSS and invite others to learn more about the services and support we provide to our community. You never know where one conversation may lead or how one person’s generosity can make a difference.

Thank you, Bob, for taking the time to call, learn about our services, and invest in the children and families we serve. Your generosity will make a meaningful impact!

A reminder that there’s still time to help our four-legged friends! Our friends at 517 Subs are collecting pet food dona...
08/24/2026

A reminder that there’s still time to help our four-legged friends!

Our friends at 517 Subs are collecting pet food donations through August 31 to help support the families we serve at Signal Mountain Social Services.

Allison M. recently stopped by our office with a generous monetary donation, and we are so thankful for her support and commitment to helping both people and pets in our community!

For so many of us, pets are more than just animals, they are beloved family members. They provide companionship, comfort, and unconditional love. When a family is going through a difficult time, making sure their pets have food can be one less worry on their plate.

Thank you to 517 Subs and everyone who has already donated or plans to donate! Your generosity helps families keep their beloved pets happy, healthy, and by their side.

Donations are being collected through August 31 and can be dropped off at 517 Subs on Taft Hwy or brought into our office. 633 Mississippi Ave.

One of the important roles of our SMSS social workers is connecting families with resources that can make a real differe...
08/20/2026

One of the important roles of our SMSS social workers is connecting families with resources that can make a real difference. Sometimes, that means helping families navigate an application process and making sure they have the support they need along the way.
This summer, Mary Katharine helped families apply for LIHEAP, a program that provides assistance to eligible low-income households struggling with increasing home energy expenses. 20 families have received LIHEAP grants to help with their EPB bills totaling over $8000 in assistance. Grant funds are applied directly to the clients EPB account.
LIHEAP is an annual grant, but for our clients, this isn’t just an application. It can mean one less bill to worry about for the month and one more reminder that they don’t have to navigate challenging times alone.
We are proud of the work we do every day to make sure families know about available resources and, just as importantly, have someone to walk alongside them and help them access those resources.

Food Pantry Needs Our SMSS Food Pantry is running low on a few items, and we’d be so grateful for our community’s help!C...
08/19/2026

Food Pantry Needs

Our SMSS Food Pantry is running low on a few items, and we’d be so grateful for our community’s help!

Current pantry needs:
• Shampoo & conditioner
• Cereal
• Hamburger Helper
• Sweet & salty snacks
• Oatmeal
• Canned fruit

We also have a couple of clients who are in need of washing machines and electric dryers. If you have a gently used appliance you’re able to donate, please reach out to us at 423-886-5982

Every donation, big or small, helps us keep our shelves stocked and support our neighbors when they need it most. Thank you for continuing to show up for our community!

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633 Mississippi Avenue
Signal Mountain, TN
37377

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12pm
Tuesday 10am - 12pm
Wednesday 10am - 12pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
Friday 10am - 12pm

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