Boyd School Social Work Program, led by the unstoppable Emetria Boyd, LMSW, is all about meeting students and families where they are—and lifting them up with dignity, heart, and swift action. With 20 years of experience, Emetria isn’t just a social worker; she’s a first responder to life’s toughest moments inside the school system. When a child doesn’t have food, running water, or even shoes that fit, she doesn’t fill out forms and wait—she moves. Fast. Whether it's providing hygiene items, household supplies, or stepping in when the lights get cut off, she shows up with solutions, not red tape.
Thanks to the $2,500 UNFoundation grant, Emetria can continue to meet urgent needs immediately—especially when other systems take too long. From breakfast bars for hungry kids to emergency utility support, these funds ensure students can focus on learning instead of surviving. The Boyd School Social Work Program is transforming Chattanooga, one powerful act of care at a time.