Our Mission
The Camp Koinonia Foundation serves individuals with disabilities in multiple functional domains with unique, needs-based programs that enrich their lives and provide the opportunity to achieve lifelong learning. The Koinonia Foundation Tennessee betters lives and strengthens families.
Upcoming Fundraiser
THE KOINONIA FOUNDATION GALA 2024
It’s that time of year again! Our annual Koinonia Foundation Gala is approaching and we cannot wait to share with you all of the incredible changes and growth we’ve experienced in the last year.
On September 27th we will gather at Bridgewater Place for an evening of fun, fellowship, fundraising, food, and cocktails! Silent Auction and Entertainment will be provided!
About KFTN
The Koinonia Foundation
The Camp Koinonia Foundation of Tennessee was founded in 2001 to promote and support Camp Koinonia and weekend camps offered by The University of Tennessee through the Therapeutic Recreation Program. Since then, The Camp Koinonia Foundation has expanded its focus to broaden the range and scope of programs offered to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We understand that after the age of 21, individuals with disabilities in multiple functional domains have limited recreational program opportunities. It is our job to support lifelong learning by creating meaningful and recreational experiences that enrich our community members’ lives.
What is Koinonia
and how do you say it?
“Kwan-a-nee-ya”
Koinonia means ‘fellowship’ and ‘caring community’ in Greek. This is exactly what we strive to create by providing an enriching and inclusive experience that fosters emotional, social, and physical benefits to all our participants. We hope that you too will join our caring community that contributes to our students, families, and citizens with disabilities in Knoxville.
1589
Annual Participants
360+
Annual Volunteers
242
Active Donors
Upcoming Events
Monthly We Adapt Events!
At Koinonia, we’re always hosting events for our participants and the community! We believe in creating events and programs that are adaptable, inclusive, and fun! Check out our upcoming events and get involved. Looking to get involved? reach out to our Marth Smith, Program Director, to learn more. Her email is msmith@kftn.org.
