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 2025
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 October 23rd we will gather at The Press Room for an evening of fun, fellowship, fundraising, food, and cocktails! Silent Auction and Entertainment will be provided!
About KFTN
The Koinonia Foundation
The Koinonia Foundation was established in 2001 to support Camp Koinonia and weekend camps offered through the University of Tennessee’s Recreational Therapy Program. Since then, our mission has grown far beyond camp—we now provide year-round educational, recreational, and wellness programs through our three core initiatives: Camps, Koinonia Classroom, and We Adapt.
We know that after the age of 21, opportunities for connection, growth, and belonging become limited for many individuals with disabilities. That’s where we step in. The Koinonia Foundation exists to ensure that individuals of all abilities have access to meaningful educational, recreational, and wellness experiences that enrich their lives and strengthen our community.
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.
2295
Annual Participants
390+
Annual Volunteers
329
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 Program Director, Martha Smith, to learn more. Her email is msmith@kftn.org.
