Celebrating 50 Years of Service: FTHRA’s Golden Anniversary

The First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary with an inspiring and memorable event, bringing together staff, community members, former employees, clients, and supporters to commemorate five decades of dedicated service to Northeast Tennessee. The celebration, held on July 26, 2024, was a success, reflecting the spirit and commitment of the FTHRA community.

Event Highlights

10:30 AM - Ceremony The ceremony began with opening comments, setting the tone for a day filled with gratitude and reflection. Board Chair Jerry Jordan initiated the event with a welcome and followed with an opening prayer. Meanwhile, Mayor Pat Shull, a local veteran, took the lead on the Pledge of Allegiance.

Proclamations and Remarks A highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of two proclamations—one from the local government and another from the state government—recognizing FTHRA’s remarkable contributions over the past 50 years. Mayor Todd Fowler and Senator Rusty Crowe presented the proclamations, which are formal declarations by government officials that honor significant achievements and milestones within the community.

The proclamations praised FTHRA for its extensive service, including delivering social services across eight counties, supporting seniors' independence, providing nutritious meals, and offering various support programs. The proclamations also acknowledged FTHRA's impact through programs such as Meals on Wheels, NetTrans, and the Foster Grandparents program.

Executive Director Jason Cody then delivered the anniversary remarks, reflecting on the agency's history and envisioning its future. His closing comments expressed gratitude to all attendees for their unwavering support over the years.

11:00 AM - Reception Following the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a reception featuring photo stations, tours of the building, and light refreshments. The event provided an excellent opportunity for guests to socialize, reminisce, and celebrate the agency's achievements.

Acknowledgments

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of our 50th-anniversary celebration:

  • Staff: Your dedication and hard work made this event possible. Thank you for your unwavering commitment.

  • Community Members: Your continuous support is the backbone of our success. We are grateful for your participation and encouragement.

  • Former Employees: Your contributions have built the foundation we stand on today. Thank you for your years of service.

  • Clients: You are the heart of our mission. We are honored to serve you and will continue to strive for excellence in all we do.

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this milestone, we also look forward to continuing our mission of improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Northeast Tennessee. With 250 dedicated employees, FTHRA will keep delivering essential services that allow seniors to maintain their independence, provide nutritious meals, and offer various support programs to the community.

In 2023 alone, we delivered 298,577 meals through Meals on Wheels, facilitated 141,537 trips with NetTrans, and supported numerous other programs that positively impacted thousands of lives.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of service and success.

 

First TN Human Resource Agency