Tag: Dismas

 Dismas House, one of the largest residential reentry programs in Tennessee, announced today that it exceeded the goal for the first-ever Whiskey, Wine & Whiskers fundraiser. Launched to raise awareness of and funds for Dismas House, the event aimed to garner support its four programmatic pillars: basic needs, health and well-being, life skills, and legal support. Approximately 150 guests attended the inaugural event at The Wedge Building on Saturday, June 11. Attendees were treated to samples from brands including Uncle Nearest, Miracle One Wine Company, Maker’s Mark, City Winery, Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, Twisted Sistuhs, Guidance Whiskey, pH Craft Cocktails, ... Read more

 Dismas House, one of the largest reentry programs in Tennessee, announced it has received a $12,500 discretionary grant from The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) to assist in the purchasing and filling of basic needs backpacks and food for its residents who are men recently released from incarceration. Upon arrival, each new resident of Dismas House is supplied with a welcome backpack filled with three days of clothing, a pair of shoes or boots, a coat, toiletries, a few household items, and snacks. Meals are provided daily and supplemented by volunteer-led Community Dinners during the week. In addition to ... Read more