AOF's 2026 Annual Awards Celebration Dinner

Each year, this special evening brings together our clients, partners, supporters, and community to celebrate the impact we’re making together across Northeast Tennessee.

We’ll recognize this year’s award recipients, share stories and highlights from the past year, and celebrate the families who continue to work toward greater financial stability with the support of AOF’s free, one-on-one financial coaching.

Torchbearer Award
Lottie Ryans

Trailblazer Awards
Jessica Edmisten
Tierah Arp
Chelsea Vann
Melissa & Christopher Strausburg

Since 2019, families we serve have paid off more than $1.2 million in predatory debt—and we’re just getting started.

This year’s celebration will also include a special announcement about what’s ahead for our organization, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

We hope you’ll join us for dinner, celebration, and a look at what’s next for AOF.