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.
Monday, March 01, 2010
Some of you might have recently read Mayor Wharton's "An Open Letter to Steve Forbes" that is making the rounds online. Within 3 minutes I got it in a couple of emails from members of our department at work. These are a few of the things that the people at MIFA that work on Something Good in Memphis had to say about it:
"Memphis is lucky to have Mayor Wharton. He is (among many, many other things) Something Good in Memphis!"
"Now this is how every Memphian should...
Tuesday, February 02, 2010
Gloria Watkins is Something Good in Memphis for the work that she is doing to better the lives of the youth in our community. "Mrs. Watkins is the new director at McFarland Community Center. Since Mrs. Watkins has been at McFarland she has been making a powerful impact in the lives of the youth within the community. Mrs. Watkins is spreading love and hope. She has brought new and exciting programs to the community. Mrs. Watkins has only been at McFarland for a few short months but she has...
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Zac Carpenter is Something Good in Memphis. "He has his hands in everything. He volunteered for Mayor Wharton's campaign, he spends time at the P&J Center, and is just a tireless cheerleader for the city. He moves as Memphis moves." Nominated by Todd Baker.
Friday, January 22, 2010
"Susan Ratner is Something Good In Memphis! Susan serves as Guardian Ad Litem in Juvenile Court, representing the best interest of the child in dependency and neglect cases. Susan works tirelessly to make sure the children are protected and represented, working hand in hand with DCS and the Juvenile Court Justices. Her big heart and her determination to go what's right mean happy endings for tens of children each year!" Nominated by Claire Ryan.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Brad Watkins has created such positive change in Memphis in the past year. As Project Organizer for the Midsouth Peace & Justice Center, he has brought important issues to light in the Memphis community. His input helped the Shelby County commissioners take over the Rape Crisis Center ; his Issues First Initiative required that mayoral candidates pledge to address the community’s most important issues, which proved successful when Mayor Wharton and MLGW gave power to past due customers...
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Kevin Brumfield is Something Good in Memphis. After one visit to Sneak Peek Memphis, Kevin's clothing store, Jordan Mykleby wrote "I honestly don't think you know guys know exactly what you are doing for people. You guys are inspiring every one that steps a toe in your door." Beyond a clothing store, with Kevin's vision, Sneak Peek has become a safe haven and a hub for a youthful creative community. The store has hosted Memphis Mayoral Candidate talks to engage 18-30 year olds in politics...
Friday, September 18, 2009
David Bell is an assistant federal public defender, and in his free time he compiles weekly lists of job opportunities for defendants and others at the courthouse. He helps people find jobs and meaning when they are at a crossroads. For the work he does, David is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Cindy Cates Moore.