Life moves in all directions, and sometimes, an unplanned expense may surprise you. KTVAECU® wants to help you stay prepared for whatever happens next, planned or unplanned.

Everyday Expenses

It seems like everything is more expensive these days. Groceries, rent, utilities, and gas often take up the biggest part of your monthly budget. Shifts in cost may influence how you plan for each month.

East Tennessee Support Resources

Several community partners across East Tennessee provide food access, financial assistance, and other helpful programs.

  • COMMUNITY COMPASS
    Community Compass points you toward food, housing, and health assistance close to home. It’s easy to use. Enter your city or zip code to find nearby resources and hours.
  • FINDHELP®
    Findhelp is a national website with a wide range of support options. Enter your zip code for a tailored list of food, financial assistance, medical care, and additional support options close to home.
  • UETHDA
    The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency, Inc.(UETHDA) offers a wide range of community programs. Their online directories list local food resources, energy assistance, and housing programs across Sullivan County, Johnson City, and nearby communities.
  • SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK©
    Second Harvest Food Bank serves families throughout East Tennessee. They supply local food pantries and host regular regional mobile food distributions. Visit their website for the latest mobile distribution calendar and directory of local pantry partners.
  • NOURISH KNOXVILLE©
    Nourish Knoxville provides fresh, healthy food to everyone in Knoxville. At the Market Square Farmers Market, shoppers who use SNAP receive Double Up Food Bucks for fruits and veggies up to the daily limit. Check the website for market days and other free programs for healthy food across East Tennessee.

Helping Our Members

Our mission is to help you grow financially. We offer simple tools to support you and the money choices you make every day.

  • Track changes to your credit score with KTVAECU’s free credit score 1 tool in digital banking.
  • Download KTVAECU’s free budget worksheet to get a jump start on your monthly budget.
  • We partner with national nonprofit GreenPath™ 2 to support your financial wellness. Members get free individualized counseling, housing guidance, and options to manage their money with confidence.

Whenever your situation shifts, we stay in your corner. We serve you and our community with care and support for every stage of life.