Our Programs
Beautillion
Beautillion is our signature event in which young men in grades 9 - 12 compete for scholarships and the distinct title of Mr. Beautillion. While there can only be one Mr. Beautillion, there are no losers in this competition as each participant receives a scholarship. The Beautillion starts in early summer with various activities designed around exposing the young men to various experiences from the theater, aviation, and sports to etiquette and public speaking. The Grand Finale of the competition is the final night when each participant is presented to their families and friends, celebrated for their accomplishments, and Mr. Beautillion is crowned.
It's a wonderful opportunity for all involved. The young men meet new people, and have new experiences while the parents get some financial relief for their child's future with the help of family and friends.
Wellness Fairs and C.A.R.E. A.M.O.R.
In 2022, the Chattanooga (TN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated launched C.A.R.E. A.M.O.R. (Committed to Access, Research, and Education while Advocating and Mentoring for Opportunities and Resources) Wellness expositions.
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The Chattanooga Links partner with more than 25 local agencies that provide health care and support to the disadvantages, unhoused, disabled, and elderly populations in the community. Those partnerships give our targeted communities access to complete and holistic assistance designed to help them take charge of and increase their own physical and mental health.
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Services at our Wellness Health Fairs include, but are not limited to:
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• Mobile Mammography screenings
• Mobile Lung screenings
• Blood donation mobile
• Diabetes screenings
• Blood Pressure checks
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The Wellness Fairs and C.A.R.E. A.M.O.R. events also provide free healthy food, beverages, music, fun, and prizes for attendees.
Links Global Exposure Events
The Chattanooga (TN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated cordially invites youth, ages 12 - 17, to virtually travel the globe at our "Oh, The Places You Will Go!" events.
Since April 2023, students have receive "passports" to explore the sites, educational, and career opportunities of countries abroad. including Africa, Jamaica, Haiti, Abu Dhabi, Germany, and Hungary, Their travels also allow them to sample cuisine that is traditional to the destinations..
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The excursions are free to the youth. However, registrations are requested.
National Trends – AARP
Successful aging is more likely when individuals are actively engaged in life. Programs for the elderly will continue to expand so that it will have an increasing impact on structuring the quality of the life of older adults. For this reason, the Chattanooga Chapter of The Links, is actively participating in programs that involve and or is centered around AARP lifestyle.
Our goals are:
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To focus on four categories that represent the greatest needs for seniors in our community:
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healthcare/wellness
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financial issues
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legal issues
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support services/ social activity in the community.
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(2) to offer free workshops, tools, and resources to support African American women and men so that they have ready access to services they need when they need them during this aging period.
This program includes monthly meetings that are highly informative. It is a meet and greet session for seniors and service vendors. In addition to information and activities that help seniors navigate the challenges of aging, this program provides monthly no cost health screenings and follow-up services.
