Donations for Citations

Donations for Citations is a Parking and Transportation program that aims to alleviate the monetary stress of receiving a citation while helping University of Tennessee students, staff, and faculty who lack a stable food supply. This initiative is also sponsored by the UT Student Government Association.

All products collected through the Donations for Citations program will benefit the Big Orange Pantry and Smokey’s Pantry, two assistance resources for those within the University of Tennessee community.

Which Tickets Are Eligible?

• No Permit
• Unauthorized Area

View Traffic and Parking Regulations for more specific information on violations and fines

Who is Eligible?

Active students, faculty, and staff listed in official UT Knoxville records (IRIS & Banner) can use the Donations for Citation program once per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) for a qualifying ticket with a maximum value of $32.

What Items Are Accepted?

The Donations for Citations program accepts unopened boxes or packages of non-perishable food items or hygiene products. Examples include cereal, oatmeal, canned vegetables/meat, peanut butter, jelly, pasta, granola bars, spices or condiments, soap, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, powdered detergent or pods, floss, lotion, tissues, or body wash.

How to Utilize the Program?

Within 13 days of the citation being issued, bring five (5) approved full-size items to the Parking and Transportation Office, located at 2400 Sutherland Ave (7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday).

Present the citation to the parking staff who will complete the dismissal process if all program terms are met.