MIFA’s Something Good in Memphis campaign is designed to celebrate those who make Memphis better, whether it’s the stranger who helps change your flat tire in the rain or a human services pioneer who changes the lives of a hundred poor Memphians. Sometimes people tend to focus on the bad and forget the good, but we see reminders of the good in Memphis every day!
Nominating is quick and easy – just fill out our simple form! Nominate friends, neighbors,and colleagues whose daily efforts or remarkable deeds embody the spirit of positive action in our community.Thank you for being a part of the good in Memphis!
MIFA's mission is to change the community by helping change lives through programs which sustain the independence of seniors, stabilize and transform families in crisis, and equip urban teens for success. Learn more about MIFA.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
One of Memphis' best teachers for children with special needs. She is also great at showing love and care for the children at her church's day care center. I love this woman. Nominated by Marlon Franklin.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/apr/24/opening-of-eyes/?cid=Facebook . Enough said! Nominated by Matt Oates.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Shun and Mary have made a difference in the Binghampton community by starting Binghampton Community Church. They are trying to bring a message of peace and share the good word with others. The Abrams are also dedicated to going on missions outside the U.S. to minister to others. They are definitely something good in Memphis! Nominated by Rebecca Jaffe.
Monday, March 29, 2010
"Rev. Maggie is Something Good in Memphis. She challenges her congregation to grow spiritually and helps the church grow in numbers." Nominated by Anne Hagler.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
On February 27th over 330 members of Fullview Missionary Baptist Church and Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School conducted a “Freedom Ride” by performing community service and giving over $5,000 to local charities. Pastor Walter and Rev. Wilma Peggs passed up the traditional money gifts on their anniversary and instead used it to help change the community. Their faith in action is definitely Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Arnetta Macklin.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Dave Lindstrom is Something Good in Memphis. "I met Dave Lindstrom while volunteering at WYPL. In addition to reading there several times a week for the on-air programs, Dave is involved in volunteer activities at the YMCA and serves on their board of directors. He is also active at the Memphis Peace and Justice Center, works tirelessly helping current and future non-profit leaders and executives through the Alliance For Non Profit excellence, is active at First Congregational Church and lends...
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Dr. Geoffrey Ward is Something Good in Memphis. "I would like to nominate Dr. Geoffrey Ward, Artistic Director of the Memphis Boychoir.This Organization is in it's 22nd season of serving boys grades 2-6 in the greater Memphis area. The Memphis Boychoir is focused not only on the continuing musical growth of the boys, but also the process of developing them into the next great leaders in the city of Memphis. As the artistic director, Dr. Ward works with the boys 2 hours, 2 days per week after...
Monday, January 04, 2010
Kimkea Harris is Something Good in Memphis. "Kimkea has a heart for seeing young ladies be successful. She put her inner passion to work by forming a Christian Sorority/ mentoring group called D.O.V.E.S. (Daughters of Virtue Exalting the Savior). She found others with her same passion and they serve as mentors for these young ladies. The D.O.V.E.S. also do community service on a regular basis with nonprofit groups throughout the city of Memphis." Nominated by Renee Meeks.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Sheryl Walls is Something Good in Memphis and nominated for the second time! "Mrs. Walls works diligently for people. She is very active in her church and in the community and always displays a giving spirit and seeks nothing in return. She adopts children from the Angel Tree yearly and supports work at the Union Mission just to name a few. I think she deserves to be recognized for her hard work." Nominated by Tangie Dotson.
Monday, December 21, 2009
"The last
three years St. Andrew Church in Collierville has given one half of its
budget to outreach needs, including MIFA and other local agencies for the
last three years. The people in this church are so generous and this desire
to help has been a shared vision. It is a witness to the love of Christ." Nominated anonymously.
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Yesterday Jeremy Reisman came to MIFA to deliver some toys that he and the rest of the Okeon AZA youth group collected. These toys will go to children in MIFA Housing Opportunities. It is so meaningful for me to see Memphis' youth working together to make the holidays special for other children. Way to go Jeremy and the Okeon AZA youth group, you truly are Something Good in Memphis.
Jeremy Reisman, representing the Okeon AZA youth group,...
Monday, November 30, 2009
Chris Kelyman is Something Good in Memphis. She is an active Memphian dedicated to helping our community. "She sits on the board of Jacob's Ladder and has headed up the Lord of Life Lutheran Church Chili Cook Off which raises thousands of dollars for charity. On top of all this she is Co-Chair of the Lord of Life Disaster Preparedness Ministry Team. She has vision, unbelievable energy and drive. She should run for Mayor!" Nominated by Nancy Wilson.
Monday, November 16, 2009
John Burruss is Something Good in Memphis. He recently worked to bring the U2charist to the Church of the Holy Communion. The service was set to the music of U2 and focused on social justice and the community's ability to help the poor and oppressed with a focus on the Millennium Development Goals. When John isn't bringing new exciting programs to Memphis, he does a fine job leading the Holy Communion youth program, which has truly become something special under his watch. John is a good...
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Pastor Charolette Cobb of Charity Outreach Ministries is Something Good in Memphis. Pastor Cobb is an outstanding human being who has great compassion for her community, Douglass, as well as the rest of Memphis. She has an open door policy at her Love In Action House Of Hospitality. She has a GED program which has enabled some adults to acquire their equivalency diploma. She also feeds the neighborhood on Wednesdays.
Pastor Cobb is a member of the Douglass Pastor's Consortium where the...
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Bev stays busy helping others. She is a leader in Community Bible Study, which involves easily 8 hrs. a week. She also knits caps and takes them to the West Clinic every other week to personally give to patients in need of one. She volunteers once a week at Paige-Robbins Alzheimer's Center,where she runs a bingo game with prizes that she finds and buys.Also once a year she spends a week in Illinois with her sister making Christmas boxes for Operation Christmas Child.This year she and her sister...
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
"Geraldine is the modern day Mother Teresa. She is always willing to help anybody, and if she doesn't have the resources to help she will research and find the resources to help those who have lost their way. She's always there with a helping hand and inspirational word of encouragement.
Her name is known through faith communities in Memphis and the surrounding areas, as the go-to woman for help planning, organizing, or inspiring words of encouragement. Her presence is like...
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Brenda is on staff at Christ United Methodist Church, and she gives back to our community by providing meals to homeless individuals. By donating her time, energy and all that she is able to give - she is making a difference in Memphis! Nominated by Heather Fox.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
John Wagner has given up his Saturdays for years to mentor and conduct Bible studies with disadvantaged youth in the Holy Community Church area. Many lives of young men and women in that community have been changed because of John's commitment. John Wagner is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Ruth King.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Pam gives generously of her time, talent, energy, and enthusiasm in so many ways in our community. She coordinates MIFA's Love Caps program, which, in partnership with First Baptist Church, provides over 3,000 handmade caps and lap robes to MIFA clients every year. At First Baptist, she also sings in the choir, leads the Cradle Roll, and works with young adults in Sunday School. She is active in the UT-Memphis Faculty Wives Club. Nominated by Frances Marks.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Angela Rogers established a Christian nonprofit ministry called A Mother's Heart in 2002 to serve teen moms in the Frayser community. She has dedicated her life to empowering these young ladies with hope. Her work is impacting the future of two generations simultaneously. Angela's girls become good parents, graduate from high school, attend college, prepare for careers, get married, give back, and make the world a better place! Nominated by Cheryl Beard.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Don is a monthly Meals on Wheels volunteer, is a Habitat for Humanity worker, an active church member, and much more! Nominated by Eugene & Joan Beatty.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
These hosts of Christian Concepts Radio Show serve as a moral compass in the Memphis Christian Community. They also promote Making Memphis Better through the open forums they sponsor monthly, as well as the Christian Concepts Image Award for leaders who walk in integrity. Nominated by Alberta Crutchfield.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Suzanne works at Hospitality Hub and does lots more, so she is Something Good in Memphis! Nominated by Trish Hayley.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Mark VanLeit is Something Good in Memphis. As a former public defender and children's advocate in New Mexico, Mark's passion continues in his work as a Special Education teacher at MCS. He spends countless hours in prayer and dedication in finding just the right learning tool for each child. In addition, he serves at Bellevue Baptist Church in the Homebound ministry, visiting senior citizens and volunteers each week for a 3-year program dedicated to digitizing all of Dr. Adrian Rogers sermons. ...
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Katie is a lover of all things Memphis and is an advocate for our city and its people. She is a dear disciple of Jesus and believes in racial reconciliation and the opportunities afforded by education. Katie works with Streets' Mission Graduation to encourage students to stay in school. Katie Hobson is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Abby Yandell.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Karla Nitz is founder of the Spirit Girls Club in Orange Mound for girls aged 6 through 10 years. With the help of a student from U of M, Karla provides activities and Bible lessons to young girls. She has a great heart and is a great worker – she’s something good in Memphis! Nominated by Jack Everett.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Jean Howard is a generous person who believes in helping others. She has served at Vollintine Church for over 30 years as a Sunday school teacher, youth leader, and superintendent, in addition to volunteering for MIFA all year round. She is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by LaSheryl Askew.
Friday, September 18, 2009
For serving breakfast at Calvary Episcopal Church, lunch at Door of Hope, and dinner at Friends for Life, Mary Nease is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Dot Gilbertson.