Chattanooga, Tenn. (Friday, August 15, 2025) — In response to the historic
flooding that recently impacted numerous neighborhoods across the city,
Councilman Dennis Clark is launching a Flood Relief Donation Drive to
support affected families and seniors in District 5. The drive will take
place on:
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Brainerd High School, 1020 N. Moore Road
Community members are encouraged to drop off urgently needed items to help
their neighbors get back on their feet. The most requested items include:
- Cleaning supplies, trash bags, and damp aid
- Hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, body wash, etc.)
- Diapers, baby wipes, and feminine products
- New socks and underwear (adult and children)
- School supplies and storage totes
- Non-perishable food, bottled water, and paper products
- Laundry detergent and paper towels
“This is about coming together when our neighbors need us the most,” said
Councilman Dennis Clark. “Our seniors and vulnerable families have been hit
hard, and it’s going to take all of us pitching in to help them recover.
I’m proud to see our community rallying together with compassion and
purpose.”
The donation drive is being held in partnership with Brainerd High School
and the City of Chattanooga Office of Community Forward, led by Dr. Crystal
Sorrells. Their collaboration has been essential in organizing this timely
response and ensuring resources go directly to those in need.
Councilman Clark continued, “We’re not just collecting supplies, we’re
collecting hope. We’re sending a message that District 5 takes care of its
own.”
Community members, churches, civic groups, and local businesses are all
encouraged to participate. For more information, please contact Councilman
Dennis Clark directly at 423.241.5606 or via email at Dennis@Chattanooga.gov
