Community LIFT

Thank you for the kind words Glenview Edgewood Manor Area Association! Community LIFT is proud to support initiatives that enhance and uplift our neighborhoods. A huge shoutout to all the dedicated volunteers and City Councilman JB Smiley Jr. for their hard work on the Beautification Project in the Glenview Historic District. Together, we’re making a real impact!

Klondike Smokey City CDC is now accepting healthcare appointments for the Baptist/Christ Community Mobile Clinic. It will be at the Willie Mae Brooks Resource Center at 1300 Jackson Memphis TN 38107 from 12:30 to 1:30 on Wednesday July 17th. Walk ins are accepted but appointments are strongly encouraged for guaranteed spots. This is for anyone who does not have a lease or own their home. If you are in a rooming house, hotel, live with a relative/friend, shelter, or homeless, you are eligible to get free medical care at the Baptist/Christ Community Mobile Clinic!

Join Melodies of Colors for "Safe & Strong," an event to build awareness on sexual assault.

📅 July 13, 2024, 12 PM - 5 PM
📍 Holy Temple Cathedral of Deliverance, 4020 Millbranch Rd.

Enjoy free food, live DJ, raffles, bounce houses, games, and breakout sessions.

Vendors welcome—$50 setup fee for a table and chairs.

Volunteers, sponsors, and donations needed. Contact Roshonda at 901-283-7476 or [email protected] for more info.

📢 Announcing the CDC Capacity Fund! Since 2011, Community LIFT has been committed to empowering and equipping Memphis CDCs. Apply by July 31, 2024. Info sessions on July 9 & 17.

Learn more and apply here: www.communitylift.org

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are delighted to announce Scribe Fest as our newest Creative Placemaking Cohort grantee! 📝🎉

Scribe Fest is a dynamic two-day festival designed to empower short-form writers. It offers a vibrant platform for content creators, stage skit writers, voice-over artists, and short film authors to connect, collaborate, and grow. 🎭🎥

Join us at Scribe Fest to share ideas, network with fellow creatives, and be part of a thriving community of innovative storytellers. This festival is where creativity meets opportunity! 🌟🤝

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are excited to announce Klondike 125 as our newest Creative Placemaking Cohort grantee! 🎉🏘️

Klondike is gearing up to celebrate its 125th anniversary with a grand community festival, Klondike 125. This momentous occasion will highlight the neighborhood's resilience, unity, and vibrant cultural tapestry woven by generations of residents. 🎊❤️

Join us as we honor the rich history of Klondike, showcase its achievements, and inspire future generations to carry forward the spirit of progress and community. This festival is a testament to the enduring strength and unity of the Klondike neighborhood. 🌟✨

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Creative Placemaking Cohort grantee: the VictorianVillage Memphis Park Revitalization Project! 🌳🚴‍♂️

Located at the corner of Neely Street and Adams Ave., this project aims to transform the currently underused park into a vibrant, active space. With amenities for bike riders and pedestrians, it will complement the planned Jefferson Ave Bikeway (also known as Better Jefferson). 🚴‍♀️🏞️

The revitalized park will also serve as a play space for families visiting Juvenile Court across the street and provide a welcoming environment for the 4000 neighborhood residents within a four-block radius. Join us in supporting this initiative to create a lively, inclusive community hub! 🛝🏡

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are excited to announce that MidtownMemphis.org is joining our Creative Placemaking Cohort with their fantastic Madison Avenue Improvement Project! 🛤️🌳

This project is set to enhance the neighborhood with artistic crosswalks for safer pedestrian access, lush street trees along Angelus and Avalon, and vibrant neighborhood identifiers like beautified bus stops, pole banners, and signage. 🌟🌿🚌

MMO is committed to engaging local residents, businesses, artists, and community organizations in every phase, from design development to installation and maintenance. Together, we're creating a more beautiful, accessible, and connected Midtown Memphis! 🎨🏙️

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are thrilled to announce as our newest Creative Placemaking Cohort grantee! 🎨☕️

Located in the Riverside neighborhood, is dedicated to showcasing local talent and bringing a wealth of artistic activities to our community. Their upcoming exhibits will highlight the incredible work of our local artists, providing a vibrant space for creativity and inspiration. 🌟🖼️

But that's not all! The Arts Café will also offer job training to artists and community members, empowering them with skills and opportunities for growth. Join us in supporting this amazing initiative! 🙌🏽✨

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are excited to welcome Experience Memphis Gardens to our Creative Placemaking Cohort! 🎉🏡 Their groundbreaking project is set to bring new life and vibrancy to home gardens and community spaces, fostering creativity and collaboration.

Get ready to see inspiring transformations and innovative ideas bloom to life. Follow along to witness the journey and support their incredible work! 🌟🤝

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

Exciting news! We are delighted to introduce Young Actors Guild, our newest addition to the Creative Placemaking Cohort! 🎨🏙️

Young Actors Guild is on a nonstop mission to infuse our community with creativity, culture, and connection. Their visionary theatrical productions continue to transform spaces, foster unity, and celebrate the unique spirit of young people across the city of Memphis. 🌍🎭

Stay connected for more updates on their journey and the positive impact they’re making. Let's support and cheer them on! 🙌🏾✨

🚨 Grantee Alert 🚨

We are thrilled to announce our newest Cohort ! 🎉✨ Join us in celebrating the incredible work of Angie Carwell as she brings transformative, community-centered projects to life in . 🌟

Stay tuned for updates on the Art Therapy event and its innovative approaches that aim to make our neighborhoods more vibrant, inclusive, and inspiring. Together, we're building a thriving Memphis for All! 💪🏽❤️

Join our President & CEO for this exciting discussion panel.

Community LIFT welcomes Dr. Sarah Petschonek to our Civic Engagement Cohort as an esteemed instructor. Dr. Petschonek will lead our session focused on Volunteers as Valued Resource.

Dr. Petschonek, the visionary founder and CEO of Volunteer Odyssey, has revolutionized the volunteer landscape in Memphis through VolunteerCompass. This innovative platform enables individuals to find service opportunities that resonate with their passions, connecting them with over 60 non-profit organizations.

Under her leadership, Volunteer Odyssey introduced VolunTour360, the nation's first virtual reality volunteer experience, setting a new standard in how we engage with our communities. Her pioneering journey began with Mission Memphis, a remarkable 30-day volunteer challenge across 30 non-profits, which she vividly shared on her blog, Confessions of a Volunteer. This experience laid the groundwork for Volunteer Bound and a national tour exploring volunteerism in 9 U.S. cities.

Dr. Petschonek's expertise extends beyond her impactful initiatives; she is a distinguished academic, holding a Ph.D. in Industrial Organizational Psychology from the University of Memphis, where she also earned an MS and an MBA. Her work has significantly contributed to our understanding of employee satisfaction, well-being, and organizational culture.

Dr. Petschonek's profound impact and dedication to enhancing volunteer experiences make her an invaluable addition to our cohort.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Petschonek to the Civic Engagement Cohort family!

Check out this FOX13 Memphis Investigates report featuring or President & CEO Luther Mercer.

FOX13 INVESTIGATES: Millennia Housing and the lack of safe, affordable housing in Memphis What's the biggest issue you've faced in your home? For years FOX13 has exposed deplorable conditions inside local apartments.

📣Call for Applications📣

We are extending the applications for the Creative Placemaking Cohort. This unique initiative seeks innovative and transformative projects that will significantly impact our community through creative endeavors. We encourage teams and individuals dedicated to artistic and cultural excellence to apply.

Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by Monday, January 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Late submissions will not be considered.

Proposal Requirements: Your application must comprehensively address the following criteria:

1. Project Description: Clearly articulate the essence of your proposed project. This should include:
- Focus Area: Define the specific domain or community your project will impact.
- Objectives: Outline the goals and outcomes you aim to achieve.
- Expected Impact: Describe your project's potential benefits and changes to the community.

2. Visual Representation: Accompany your proposal with visual aids. This can include:
- Sketches
- Renderings
- Any other relevant visual concepts

3. Project Timeline: Provide a detailed timeline for your project, highlighting:
- Key milestones
- Major phases of development and implementation

4. Budget Overview: Your proposal must include a comprehensive budget, detailing:
- Funding needs
- Potential sources of additional funding
- Allocation of funds across different aspects of the project

5. Team Profile: Showcase the strengths and qualifications of your team. Include:
- Relevant experience
- Key achievements
- Any other information that demonstrates your team’s capability to successfully execute the project.

Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be assessed based on creativity, feasibility, impact potential, and the team’s expertise.

Apply Here:

Community LIFT - Creative Placemaking Cohort Proposals must include: - A detailed description of the proposed project, including its focus area, objectives, and expected impact. - A visual representation of the project (sketches, renderings, etc.). - A project timeline, including major milestones. - A detailed budget, including funding needs a...

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Tami Sawyer, a former Shelby County Commissioner, is a prominent figure in the realm of civil rights activism. As an educator, community leader, and justice advocate, Tami Sawyer has dedicated her life to improving the lives and livelihoods of everyday Shelby County Citizens.

Community LIFT is excited and honored to welcome Tami Sawyer as a session speaker for the Civic Engagement Cohort. We look forward to learning how to take our community advocacy to the halls of power to enact policies that impact the neighborhoods where we live and serve.

Please help us continue impactful community programming by donating to Community LIFT today. https://tinyurl.com/5n7s4r9t

A proud native Memphian, Michael carries the spirit and rhythm of the city in everything he does. Having grown up in the heart of Memphis, he has witnessed its challenges, celebrated its successes, and, most importantly, remained deeply connected to its vibrant community.

As the Grants Manager for Community LIFT, Michael seeks to be instrumental in equitably channeling resources to initiatives throughout Memphis. Over the past decade, he has overseen the operations aspects of non-profits, educational institutions, ministries, and led community projects focused on health disparity. His intimate understanding of the city’s unique culture and lived experiences allows him to identify and support initiatives that resonate with the soul of Memphis and the mission focus of Community LIFT.

Please join Community LIFT in congratulating Michael Cowan on his new role as Grants Manager.

📣📣Message for all Civic Engagement Cohort applicants📣📣

We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to inform you that there has been a slight adjustment to the announcement schedule for the selected participants for the Civic Engagement Cohort. The new date for the announcement has been set for November 6, 2023.

This decision was made to ensure that our review committee has ample time to thoroughly evaluate each application with the careful consideration it deserves. We understand the effort and dedication you have put into your applications, and we want to honor that by ensuring a comprehensive and fair review process.

We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we look forward to sharing the exciting news on November 6, 2023.

Thank you for your commitment to civic engagement, and best of luck to all applicants.

Join our friends at Frayser Community Association, RISE Memphis, and The Frayser Connect for Emergency Preparedness for Seniors. to RSVP call 901-305-6535.

Are you a Black Entrepreneur or small business owner hoping to take your idea or company to the next level? The NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant is Daymond John’s quest to find and award up and coming Black Entrepreneurs live on Black Entrepreneurs Day. Black Entrepreneurs across the country can apply NOW for the chance to win $25,000 each to help them grow and scale their businesses.

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Memphis, TN -The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is hosting a series of public hearings to provide information and accept public comments on the proposed 2023 Winter Service Changes. Representatives from MATA will be present at the open-forum public meetings.

Check out the list of meetings here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/hzbnxxht

Last month, the Alcy Ball Coffee & Crafts ladies hosted a candle-making workshop! ☕️🕯We want to give a special thanks to Nikki for providing the workshop, and teaching others how to create their own candles.

We also want to highlight Diane and Anna for all of their hard work in planning and coordinating Coffee & Crafts events! 👏🏽

Coffee & Crafts is sponsored by – we appreciate their support to foster social connectedness in the Alcy Ball community. See below for next Coffee & Crafts October Meet-Up ⤵️

- Wednesday, October 18th at 6 PM

📸: Coffee & Crafts ladies with MPD officers from our neighborhood precinct!