East TN Housing Development Corporation

08/13/2026

Please join us in welcoming John Chandler to the East Tennessee Housing Development Corporation Board of Directors!

John is a U.S. Air Force veteran whose life has been dedicated to serving others. Through his leadership in nonprofit work, counseling, workforce training, and community development, he has helped individuals and families find stability, purpose, and hope.

We’re excited to have John join our board and look forward to the experience, leadership, and servant’s heart he brings to our mission of creating affordable homeownership opportunities in Knoxville. Welcome, John!

08/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Tonia Mostella as the newest member of the East Tennessee Housing Development Corporation Board of Directors!

Tonia brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in human resources, along with a passion for helping families achieve the dream of homeownership as a REALTOR®. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to empowering others through education, advocacy, and service.

Her impressive record of community leadership includes serving on numerous nonprofit boards and championing initiatives that strengthen our community and expand opportunities for others. We know her experience, insight, and servant's heart will be an incredible asset as we continue our mission of creating affordable homeownership opportunities in Knoxville.

Welcome to the ETHDC family, Tonia! We are excited to have you on our team and look forward to the impact we'll make together.

07/24/2026

Congratulations to Rubi on becoming a first-time homeowner! Homeownership changes lives, and we are honored to have been part of her journey.

Thank you to Pinnacle Financial Partners for providing financing, and to the Knoxville Area Urban League for administering a down payment assistance grant funded by Progressive Insurance (UpPayment Program). Together, these partnerships help remove barriers and open doors for families in our community.

Congratulations again, Rubi! We wish you many years of happiness, memories, and new beginnings in your new home. ❤️

07/18/2026

ETHDC is excited to announce the completion of our newest home in East Knoxville! Every home we build represents an investment in stronger neighborhoods, expanded homeownership opportunities, and a brighter future for our community.

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07/18/2026

ETHDC was pleased to be a sponsor of the 2026 Volunteer Ministry Center’s Wine & Shine event. A great time was had by board members, staff, and guests. VMC helps people take the first steps toward housing stability, and we are glad to be a small part of it. Thank you VMC for all you do!

06/12/2026

ETHDC is grateful for the recent grant award and continued support of Regions Bank. Their financial support of our Affordable Housing Program helps keep the dream of homeownership alive for those we serve. Thank you, Regions Bank!

06/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Christina Bouler as the newest member of the East Tennessee Housing Development Corporation Board of Directors!

Christina is a licensed architect whose expertise, community-minded perspective, and passion for strengthening neighborhoods will be tremendous assets as ETHDC continues its mission of expanding affordable homeownership opportunities in Knoxville. Christina and her family proudly call Mechanicsville home.

We're excited to have Christina join our board and look forward to the leadership and insight she will bring to our organization.

Welcome to the team, Christina!

05/28/2026

Today, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to Frank Sparkman for his 20 years of dedicated service as an ETHDC Board Member.

For two decades, Frank has generously given his time, leadership, wisdom, and heart to help advance our mission of creating affordable housing opportunities and strengthening communities in Knoxville. His commitment and steady guidance have helped shape ETHDC into the organization it is today.

Please join us in thanking Frank Sparkman for his service.

Thank you, Frank, for 20 remarkable years of service!

04/21/2026

Another home under construction, another opportunity for a family to build equity, stability, and a brighter future!

04/21/2026

A big thank you to Commercial Bank for their continued partnership!

Support like this helps us build stronger neighborhoods and create homeownership opportunities for families in our community. We are proud to partner with organizations that share our commitment to making a lasting impact.

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