Isaiah 117 House at Chambliss Center for Children has been selected to receive the 2025 Humanitarian Service Award from the Tennessee Juvenile Court Services Association. This recognition is presented annually to individuals, groups or organizations "whose work significantly improves the welfare of children and families across the State of Tennessee."
The award was presented during the 42nd Annual Joint Conference on Juvenile Justice Awards Luncheon, hosted by the Tennessee Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and the Tennessee Juvenile Court Services Association.
The event, attended by several hundred professionals from across the state, took place on Tuesday at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
“We are truly honored to receive this award,” said Katie Harbison, president/CEO of Chambliss Center for Children. “Our staff and volunteers work tirelessly to support children and families, and this recognition affirms the importance of that mission.”
Officials said, "Chambliss Center for Children has been serving the Chattanooga community for more than 150 years, providing early childhood education, foster care services, residential care, transitional living for youth aging out of foster care and wraparound support for children and families.
"Chambliss Center for Children partnered with Isaiah 117 House to build an Isaiah 117 House in Hamilton County, which opened in 2023. The house provides a safe, comforting space for children awaiting foster placement. Together, the organizations continue to advocate for and care for the most vulnerable children in the community."
“This award reflects the dedication of our entire team,” added John Hunter, location leader of the Isaiah 117 House at Chambliss Center for Children. “Every child deserves dignity, love and stability during life’s most difficult transitions. We are grateful for the recognition, but even more grateful for the opportunity to serve.”