Who are we?
Founded in 1983 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, City People enhances our downtown communities by:
- Creating a sense of belonging among those who live, work, or play in downtown
- Offering grants that support individuals or organizations who offer innovative ways to bring people together or enhance the downtown experience
- Encouraging patronage of downtown Business Partners
- Partnering with other nonprofit organizations that benefit Downtown Knoxville
- Raising awareness about all that Downtown Knoxville has to offer
- Promoting the benefits of urban living by promoting the City People Home Tour
- Representing the voice of downtown residents
If you’re excited about and interested in downtown Knoxville, and want to be a part of a dynamic urban community, we encourage you to join City People as a member or Business Partners.
City People Board of Directors
David Jones, President
Lisa Skinner, Vice President
Kathy Wright, Secretary
Peggy Hargis, Treasurer, Membership Chair
Joanne Schuetz, Business Partner Chair
Jenny Jennings, Communications Chair
Shaun Phillips, Social Events Chair
Nathan Rowell, Board Member
City People Committee Chairs
Peggy Hargis- Membership Chair
POSITION OPEN- Grants Program Chair
Joanne Schuetz- Business Partner Chair
Jenny Jennings- Communications Chair
Shaun Phillips- Social Events Chair
POSITION OPEN- Event Manager 2020 Downtown Home Tour
Questions? email: citypeople.knox@gmail.com
The City People Board meets once a month, and you are welcome to attend. To find out the next time and location, email: citypeople.knox@gmail.com
Volunteer for City People!
We are always looking for volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering for an event, committee or other short-term commitment, e-mail us to let us know!
