SEEED provides pathways out of poverty for young adults through career readiness training, environmental education, and community engagement.
“NOTHING STOPS A BULLET LIKE A JOB.”
-Father Gregory Boyle
SEEED’s Annual Green Gala 2026
Upcoming Events
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Free Assistance Programs in Knoxville Workshop 1
May 14th, 2026
6 PM
1617 Dandridge Avenue, Knoxville, TN
37915
SEEED is hosting Free Assistance Program Workshops to help individuals and families learn about available local resources and get support with applications.
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Free Assistance Programs in Knoxville Workshop 2
May 21st, 2026
6 PM
1617 Dandridge Avenue, Knoxville, TN
37915
SEEED is hosting Free Assistance Program Workshops to help individuals and families learn about available local resources and get support with applications.
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FAQs
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Socially Equal Energy Efficient Development, so don’t forget that third “E”!
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We are located in the Morningside Community Center in East Knoxville at 1617 Dandridge Ave, which is across from the Alex Haley Park
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Friday: By appointment.
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Our organization started during the Barack Obama administration, when canvassing was prevalent in our national community to gather feedback from citizens. After being inspired by this framework, Stan Johnson and three teenagers discussed wanting to pursue a similar path to fixing community-wide issues. This backyard startup organization began canvassing with local residents at the precedence of operations.
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Yes! Our produce is freely available to be harvested by the public. We also have volunteer days where you can assist with things like pruning and planting.
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Reach out through our contact form and someone will get back with you soon! You can also check out our events page, what’s happening on our home page, and donating helps to support our philanthropic endeavors in the community.

