Knoxville Area Korean Association is a non-profit, volunteer-managed organization established to help meet the local communities needs of Korean culture and food / art/ music /education . Specifically, the foundation seeks to:
1. Assist Korean American in pursuit of better life and personal achievement
2. Encourage community and civic service as an integral part of leadership development
3. Nurture the sense of pride and confidence in Korean cultural heritage and tradition
In addition, provide honor and memorial service to Korean War American Veterans. The foundation is operated by its voluntary-based Board of Directors and supporters and its operating expenses are funded by incomes from membership dues and local fund raising activities.