Sevier County EMS to Unveil New Safe Haven Baby Box
August 11, 2026, 3:17 p.m.

SEVIERVILLE, TN - Safe Haven Baby Boxes and the Sevier County Government are pleased to announce the blessing and official unveiling of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box, located at Sevier County EMS, 718 Middle Creek Road, Sevierville, TN. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10 AM EDT.

This Blessing marks the 464th Safe Haven Baby Box in the nation and the 33rd in Tennessee, expanding access to safe, anonymous surrender options for mothers in crisis.

A spokesperson for Safe Haven Baby Boxes said, "We would like to give a special thank you to Our Savior Lutheran Church, Citadel Construction, Blaylock Construction, and Isaiah 117 House who poured their hard work, heart, and dedication into bringing this Baby Box to our community. Your commitment to protecting the most vulnerable and ensuring families have safe options has made a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your efforts in making this life‐saving resource a reality."

Safe Haven Baby Boxes Founder, Monica Kelsey, shared, “We are the only organization providing complete anonymity, and we want these mothers to know we are there for them and their infant before and following a surrender.”

The public is encouraged to attend this community event and learn more about how Safe Haven Baby Boxes help protect vulnerable infants and support parents who choose a safe, legal alternative in moments of crisis.