Welcome to LIFT East Tennessee! Our dedicated board is made up of Jennifer, Robert, Jessica, and our unofficial board member, William. Together, we are committed to advancing the mission of LIFT East Tennessee, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our mission is to promote Learning, Inclusion, and Friendship Together for individuals diagnosed with autism and other mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders, alongside their support networks.

At LIFT East Tennessee, we are passionate about creating an inclusive environment where individuals of all ages, as well as their families and caregivers, can come together to learn, grow, and build meaningful connections. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our members while strengthening the East Tennessee community through compassion and action.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we are actively working to support small businesses in East Tennessee in becoming more welcoming to families and individuals, ensuring they feel comfortable visiting and engaging with local services. Additionally, we are dedicated to encouraging small businesses to adopt inclusive hiring practices, creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with diverse abilities.