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, July 20, 2010
Judy does something kind for others more than once a day, taking people to doctors, delivering Meals on Wheels, cooking for shut-ins who don't qualify for Meals on Wheels, visiting the sick, attending funerals of those who might not have many in attendance, serving on nonprofit boards, using her own money to purchace items for those in need.......and on and on. Nominated by Jerry Klein.
Friday, July 09, 2010
Peggy Robinson, a licensed cosmetologist specialist, modernizes hair care and weaving for women of all ethnicities. Peggy was inspired to become a hair stylist by a vision she had as a young girl. Her historic salon in the Westwood Community opened in the early 1970s. A graduate of Westwood High School, Peggy continues to live and work in her community and encourages others to follow their dreams. Her successful business has allowed her to feed the homeless every Friday and on...
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Len Edwards gives children and parents hope. He helps them in situations that they may never be able to get out of by themselves. Nominated by Mary Vaughan.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Dr. Burke is definitely something good in Memphis. Not only is she a dedicated professor and Honors Program director extraordinaire at Christian Brothers University, she also is committed to making our community a better place. She donates her time to the Child Advocacy Center, brought the Memphis Food Bank's "Operation Feed" program to CBU, has her Psychology of Learning students train dogs at the Humane Society, and has emceed a fundraising faculty talent show for De La Salle elementary. Dr....
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...
Thursday, December 10, 2009
"The Member Connections and Community Service Committees of MPACT Memphis are something good in Memphis because of their continual efforts to give back to the community. Tonight, for instance, they are having a drive for The Ronald McDonald House of Memphis. Each attendee of the holiday party is required to bring an item as admission. In addition, they are also inviting speakers from different nonprofits in town to speak at the party and encourage MPACT members to get more involved. What a...
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Amie Vanderford is Something Good in Memphis! "I believe in her and she is making a difference in the way people perceive Memphis one photo at a time. She began her first 365 photo album with Memphis buildings and landmarks. She has always said (and I paraphrase here maybe even adlib a bit) 'that Memphis is a great place to live and full of beauty. I want people to see that.' She is now compiling another 365 album of Memphians. One of my (many) praises of the content of the album is that she...
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Ellen works tirelessly to get MIFA's mission out to the public, finding creative ways to engage Memphians in supporting MIFA, one of our city's most positive organizations! Nominated by Elisabeth Callihan.
Monday, October 19, 2009
She's awesome!!!! Dara has the most "well-rounded heart" for service of anyone I know. Whether she's volunteering, part of a board, writing grants, or giving her time to help mentor others on their respective projects, she never says no to helping others. I have come to believe Dara's soul and inner being is all about assisting people in their lives. My experience with her is both personal and professional. I have watched her for several years giving selflessly of herself and her time. She is...
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Jacob works incredibly hard as the Director of the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center. Through several programs, ranging from GrowMemphis community gardens, to the Gandhi-King Conference on Peacemaking, the Peace and Justice center keeps social justice and sustainable communities an important part of the conversation in Memphis. Thanks for all you do! Nominated by Jessica Jones.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Thanks to the Something Good in Memphis campaign, people all over Memphis are focusing on the positive forces at work in our city. We're taking the time to look around and acknowledge the great things our neighbors are doing to improve the quality of life in our hometown. SGIM is re-shaping attitudes and lifting spirits! On behalf of the families of Memphis, we salute you! Nominated by memphisloveskids.com.
Friday, October 09, 2009
Anna called me yesterday to thank me for something that happened five years ago!! This was very thoughtful. It is just so nice to have a "thank you" when you are not expecting it. Nominated by Margaret Craddock.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Las and Sara Savell have been celebrating Memphians who make a difference on their sign at the corner of Union and McLean for years. These messages help Midtowners focus on the good in Memphis every day. Thank you for being Something Good in Memphis! Nominated by Linda Marks.