2016 Greater Memphis Giving Guide What Impact Does Faith-Based Giving Have?

2 2016 Greater Memphis Giving Guide What Impact Does Faith-Based Giving Have?

The total annual income of American In 2005 the average American church- churchgoers is 5.2 trillion goer gave 2.53% of their finances. During the Great Depression, that num- American Christians make up 5% of ber was 3.3%. worldwide Christians, but control 1/2 half of the Christian wealth. It would take only 1% of the annual wealth of American Christians to lift Only 5% of American households give the poorest 1 billion of the world’s 10% of their income towards ministries. population out of extreme poverty. 9% of born again Christians tithe. * stats provided by, Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns

Ministries included must . . . Be outwardly and inwardly Christ-centered in its mission, must have at least two paid staff members, must be an active 510(c)3 in good standing, must have financial transparency, must have responded to the Giving Guide questionnaire by the time designated, must have a ministry budget of at least one-hundred thousand annually, must be ministry focused primarily within Greater Memphis, must operate outside the jurisdiction of a singular church, must not operate primarily as a business or a school.

3 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide What Leaders Are Saying In Memphis

Memphis is full of great opportunities to invest in Kingdom work. I love “watching how God leads His giving army to supports the ministries that are making a difference in the lives of Memphians on a daily basis. The Giving Guide is a great resource for those introductions to things that most of us never hear about…. God is at work here in our community!” Rex Jones Hope Christian Community Foundation, President

The Greater Memphis Giving Guide is all about connecting Christ-led ministries“ with people of faith. I believe the more we learn about these dynamic ministries, the more we will want to get involved - for these works are King- dom works. I am honored to be part of the effort to shine a huge spotlight on ministries that are making our community a stronger community. ” Jonathan Lindberg, Main Street Publications

At Impact we truly believe in sharing our success with the community. We “are successful today because of the community’s faith in our service and our name, therefore we faithfully return support through charitable contributions to various organizations. It is our joy to be able to give back to organizations that serve our city so well.” David Hamilton, Impact Logistics

4 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide All of the ministries listed at work here in Memphis encourage people to “be the hands and feet of Christ and encourage us to share the love of God. These ministries provide daily opportunities for people to be engaged, whether through personal time or financial commitment, so others can experience the feeling of being a part of a family, God’s family. This ultimately allows others and ourselves to draw closer to Him and draw strength from the well of opportunity that lies ahead for each of us.” Lauren Young, Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation

The Giving Guide has to be the best tool in the Mid-South for God to “redirect His resources through the hands of His people. I know many of these ministries personally and can attest to the extraordinary impact they are having on people’s lives here on earth. Their work is resonating throughout the Kingdom as they are living out The Great Commission.” Jay Harvill, Lipscomb & Pitts Insurance

I feel that helping local Christ-led non-profits is the truest form of “impact” “or “value” investing in our community. The Greater Memphis Giving Guide is helpful in providing insight into some of these ministries, their goals, accomplishments and how we can assist in their worthwhile efforts.” Lee Pulley, Pulley & Associates

Memphis is a city with great need, but it is a city of even greater promise. “The Giving Guide highlights ministries and organizations, who are working on the front lines, keeping that promise by putting their faith into action. Many say that there is much to be done in Memphis, but when you look closely the faith community are already doing many incredible things!” Lori Humber, GROVE Administrator / Barnhart Crane and Rigging

5 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide ADVANCE MEMPHIS Executive Director: Steve Nash Year Founded: 1999 PO Box 2201 Memphis TN 38101 Phone: 901-543-8525 advancememphis.org @AdvanceMemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: To serve adults in the Cleaborn/Foote community of Memphis by empowering residents to acquire knowledge, resources, and skills to be economically self- sufficient through the gospel of Jesus Christ. Advance Memphis is called to serve adults in our target community and to restore hope and healing to everyone we come in contact with, volunteers and participants alike.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Half way through the year we’ve already seen 8 high school equivalencies earned this year, 85 people have gone to work, 20 of those in permanent positions, 16 grads have opened matched savings accounts, and 4 have reached their saving goals and purchased assets.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? We’re working to literally create jobs in our neighborhood. We now have a warehouse 1/3 of a mile from our main building, where we’re working to increase outsourcing projects (work graduates do in-house to earn income), allowing grads to benefit from onsite coaching and develop skills and responsibility for the workplace.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Art for

Jobs – Art show and sale in September 2017. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Contact Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Coop, 901-543- 8525 or [email protected], to learn more about getting connected. Experienced entrepreneurs, tutors, mentors, meal providers, and others are critical to the success of our programs. Interested in employing our grads or have work to be done in our warehouse space? Contact Steve Nash at [email protected].

6 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide AGAPE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Executive Director: David Jordan, MSSW Year Founded: 1970 3160 Directors Row, Memphis, TN 38131 Phone: 901-323-3600 agapemeanslove.org @AgapeMeansLove

MISSION STATEMENT: To be a Christ-centered ministry that is dedicated to providing children and families with healthy homes.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Via our School-Based Initiative in 10 apartment communities and 9 schools in underserved areas, 70% of students had acceptable attendance of 90% or above, compared to city-wide 57% average; 5-10% increase in literacy, math and science; 71% of parents showed increased involvement in their child’s education.

What you wish Memphis knew? That every individual and business can be a part of the effort to love, encourage and support children and families in need in Memphis.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: HeartLight in autumn, 2017. It is our single largest annual fundraiser, and has historically featured keynote speakers including Maya Angelou and Tim Tebow. Our 2016 event, presented by IMC Companies, featured award-winning actress Cicely Tyson.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Volunteer for/donate to an Agape program that moves you. From mentoring and tutoring to adoption, foster care and homeless services, we welcome support from the community we aim to heal. Visit www.agapemeanslove.org to learn more.

7 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide BINGHAMPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Executive Director: Tari Harris (Head of School) Year Founded: 1993 P.O. Box 11109 Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: 901-323-4092 bcamemphis.org @BinghamptonChristianAcademy

MISSION STATEMENT: Binghampton Christian Academy (BCA) is a private, Christian day and boarding school that serves the Binghampton community. Our mission is to develop students who honor and glorify God, promote spiritual and academic excellence, and encourage them to become productive, Godly leaders. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We continued to work to improve our ministry: implementing new classroom curriculum, increasing academic enhancement opportunities, and developing teachers. Over 75% of graduates in the last five years have enrolled at private and charter schools. WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? There is a 23-year-old school providing a loving, quality education to 130 students- 30 of which live on campus during the week- all at no cost to their families. MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: During the holiday season, we hold a Christmas Ornament and Honorarium Sale in which we will send a beautiful ornament enclosed in a handwritten honorarium card mailed to recipient(s) of your choice.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Volunteers are needed in every area at BCA including: praying for students, tutoring students, serving lunch, bringing supper to the Residential Students, and much more.

8 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide BINGHAMPTON DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Executive Director: Noah Gray Year Founded: 2003 PO Box 111447 Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: 901-347-0504 bcamemphis.org @bdcmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: To improve the quality of life in the Binghampton community ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 In an effort to further holistic community development in Binghampton, we have expanded student programs.

Our growing student outreach team now serves four schools and 525 students, doubling the amount of kids connected from the previous year.

What you wish Memphis knew? A neighborhood at the geographic center of Memphis, Binghampton is home to a thriving, hope-filled community.

The BCD exists to support the residents and their vision for the neighborhood.

How can people get involved? (business, church, individuals) Subscribe to our e-newsletter for current ways to get involved in Binghampton.

Our friends at the Carpenter Arts Garden, Cornerstone/Lester Prep and East High School always welcome volunteers.

9 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide BIRTHRIGHT O F MEMPHIS,INC Executive Director: Vicki Hardesty 115 Alexander, Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: 901-327-8109 birthrightofmemphis.org @birthrightofmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT:

“It is the right of every pregnant woman to give birth, and the right of every child to be born.”

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Our parenting program is growing and has caught the attention of some of our high schools. We are working on a collaboration with them.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Birthright International was the first crisis pregnancy center in the world and spread rapidly across Canada, the USA, and Africa. All services given by Birthright are free.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Passport to Greece March 25th A dinner, dance, live and silent auction Holiday Family Luncheon Dec. 9th Games and Santa for the kids, silent and live auction for the adults

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Volunteer your time, talent or treasure. Non-profits cannot exist without your help.

10 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CALVARY RESCUE MISSION Executive Director: Bob Freudiger Year Founded: 1967 960 South Third St. Memphis, TN 38106 Phone: 901-775-2570 calvaryrescuemission.org @calvaryrescuemission

Mission Statement: Rebuilding the lives of homeless men.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We continued to work to improve our ministry: implementing new classroom curriculum, increasing academic enhancement opportunities, and developing teachers. Over 75% of graduates in the last five years have enrolled at private and charter schools.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? There is a 23-year-old school providing a loving, quality education to 130 students- 30 of which live on campus during the week- all at no cost to their families.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: To have 100 participants graduate from the Jobs for Life program, 110 graduates go to work, 15 Faith & Finances graduates open Individual Development Accounts, and 25 students earn their High School Equivalency/GED.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Contact Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Coop at: 901-543- 8525 [email protected] to identify a position suited to your gifts and schedule. Mentors, tutors, lunch and dinner donors are all essential to our programs.

11 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CAMPUS OUTREACH Executive Director: Brian Lewis Year Founded: 1996

4055 Poplar Ave Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: 901- 320-7036 comemphis.org @campusoutreachmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: 1) Reaching college students with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 2) Building college students to be disciples of Christ. 3) Equipping college students to be lifetime laborers. 4) Mobilizing graduates into the post college world to labor for a lifetime.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We launched 17 CO alumni into full-time foreign missions service (13 recent graduates and 4 former staff). As students, they were impacted on our regional campuses, including University of Memphis and Rhodes.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Campus Outreach is committed to reaching a diverse group of students. At the University of Memphis, there are high levels of involvement among Caucasians, African Americans and international students. MAJOR GOALS FOR 2017: Effectively launch two-year African American Leadership Development Internships on Memphis area campuses. The African American interns would be fully funded and would focus on effectively engaging students on local campuses with the Gospel. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) There is a great need for people to walk along side us in prayer and financial support as well as opportunities for us to better serve the city.

12 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CENTER FOR RELIGIOUS EXPRESSION Nate Kellum, Chief Counsel Year Founded: 2012 699 Oakleaf Office Lane, Suite 107 Memphis, TN 38117 Phone: 901-684-5485 crelaw.org @centerforreligiousexpression

MISSION STATEMENT: CRE is a servant-oriented nonprofit, 501(c)(3), Christian legal organization dedicated to the Glory of God and the religious freedom of His people. We look forward to the day when all Christians can live out their faith in the public square.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Since inception, we have won 95% of litigated cases, and supplied free legal counsel to hundreds of individuals, businesses, ministries, and churches, paving the way for Truth and religious freedom in the Mid-South and beyond.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? We help local churches, private schools, and Christian business owners write policies (free of charge) to ensure that no one has to choose between violating their conscious and closing their doors.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: We plan to host our first fundraising banquet in 2017. Please check our website and Facebook page for dates and location.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) We rely on financial gifts and prayers to continue this ministry. We also welcome volunteer lawyers to assist in this work. Invite us to speak at group or church events.

13 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP of Memphis Metro Year Founded: 1941 2091 Lee Place, Memphis TN 38104 Memphis, TN 38117 Phone: 901-726-9084 cefmemphis.com @childevangelismfellowship

MISSION STATEMENT: Our passion is to reach children with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through evangelism, discipleship, and establishing them into a local church.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 What is one accomplishment from 2016? In the metro area, 7000 boys and girls were reached through Good News Clubs during the school year and 5-Day Clubs and Camp Good News during the summer. Over 400 individuals were trained in children’s ministry; 200 who volunteered with CEF.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? It’s not against the law to teach God’s Word in public schools. Since 2011, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Good News Clubs be granted the same access to school facilities as afforded any other non-religious organization.

Major fundraiser FOR 2017: Spring 2017 city-wide event with possible key note speaker, Toby Mac. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Sponsor a specific our key program, Good News Club, by supporting in daily/weekly prayer; sending volunteers once-a-week to mentor kids; or donate resources to provide snacks, Bibles, devotional handouts.

14 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CHRIST COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES Executive Director: Edwin S. (Ed) Roberson Year Founded: 1995 2595 Central Avenue Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: 901-260-8510 christcommunityhealth.org @christcommunitymemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to provide high quality healthcare to the underserved in the context of distinctively Christian service. We recognize that Jesus Christ is the true healer of individuals and their communities and the source of our ability to serve. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We have hired a Behavioral Health director and created an integrated behavioral health program. Christ Community works to provide comprehensive, holistic care. Having an integrated behavioral health provider embedded within the primary care team ensures we address all of our patient’s needs, physically, spiritually and emotionally. MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Capital project to raise funds to build a new, updated, free-standing Third Street center – The current leased facility was last remodeled in 1995; it is outdated and undersized for the patient population CCHS is now serving. Annual giving campaign to provide high-quality medical, dental, behavioral and spiritual health services to those in our community who otherwise could not afford them. Sole To Soul : a soul brunch and shoe fashion show benefitting our women’s health initiatives. Saturday, Feb 25, 2017 at the FedEx Event Center at Shelby Farms Park.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Become a member of Project H.O.P.E. – a monthly giving society that supports the patients of Christ Community.

15 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CHURCH HEALTH CENTER CEO: Dr. G. Scott Morris, M.D., M.Div. Year Founded: 1987 1210 Peabody Memphis, TN, 38104 Phone: 901-272-7170 churchhealth.org @churchhealthmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: Church Health seeks to reclaim the Church’s biblical commitment to care for our bodies and our spirits. Our ministries provide healthcare for the working uninsured and promote healthy bodies and spirits for all. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 In August 2016, we announced that we will partner with the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South to provide health and wellness services at our new facility at Crosstown Concourse. The Church Health YMCA is scheduled to open in January 2017. WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? More than a “little clinic on the corner,” Church Health provides health and wellness services to thousands of uninsured patients and their families all over the Mid-South. In our post-Affordable Care Act world, Church Health also helps under- and uninsured people navigate their healthcare options so that they can enroll in a healthcare plan that best suits their needs. MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Since the founding of our ministry, Church Health’s Christmas Card program has been a major annual source of revenue for our ministry. We are excited to carry on this tradition of spreading Christmas cheer that benefits everyone we serve in 2017

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Volunteers are the lifeblood of Church Health. Without the help of volunteer healthcare professionals, administrative specialists, greeters and even gardeners, we would cease to exist. We can accommodate individuals as well as small and large volunteer groups. To learn more, log on to churchhealth.org/volunteer.

16 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide CREATIVE LIFE INCORPORATED President – CEO:Dr. Carolyn Bibbs Executive Director:Marilyn Williams Year Founded:1988 1222 Riverside Blvd. Memphis, TN 38106 Phone: 901- 775-0304 creativelifeinc.org Creative LIFE Preparatory School @Creative Life Incorporated

MISSION STATEMENT: Creative Life, a youth empowerment community, promotes social change through education, Christian leadership development and the creative and performing arts.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Five students graduated from the Prep School; all others were successfully promoted. Ten weeks of Summer Enrichment Camp. VBS ended with Community Outreach Arts Fest. Dramatic plays performed yearly by children, youth & young adults.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Daily transformation of young lives through our Preparatory School and Daycare; our After School Program; our Bread Basket serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Warrior Christian Leadership Classes, our Christian Drama Ministry and so much more.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: 100% donors yearly appreciation threefold purpose: Honor our Champions: Churches, Businesses, Individual supporters. Tell our story: who we are and accomplishments we’ve made. Admonish Champions to Increase Support by inviting others interested in our cause. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Adopt Creative Life Preparatory School and After School program: This would include hands- on volunteering in tutoring, reading, assisting in performing arts training and financial support.

17 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide DOWNLINE MINISTRIES Executive Director: Shad Berry Year Founded: 2006 PO Box 770296 Memphis, TN 38177 Phone: 901-683-5377 downlineministries.com @downlineministries

MISSION STATEMENT: To encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by strategically partnering with church leadership to equip men and women to make disciples in their home, church, and community for the glory of God and exaltation of Christ among the nations.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 In 2016, Downline saw 45 millenials move to Memphis for the EL program and invited nearly 2000 attendees to our annual Summit, as well as graduated 400 students from our Institute discipleship training program.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Each year, Downline recruits 40-50 recent college graduates to move to Memphis so they can receive biblical training and pour back in to the city through volunteering, working, and other areas of service.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: We will be hosting our Downline Summit discipleship conference on February 3-4, 2017 at Hope Church (www.downlinesummit.com) and will have a Downline Renew Memphis run to raise funds for our Emerging Leaders program.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) We would love for you to pray for students receiving the Downline training this year. We also pray that our resources help serve you in your church and discipleship communities, and invite you to join us at this year’s Summit on February 3-4, 2017 at Hope Church.

18 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide FAMILIES MATTER Executive Director: Carol A. Jackson Year Founded: 2004 2595 Central Avenue Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: 901-260-8520 familiesmattermemphis.org @FamiliesMatterMemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: To increase the number of healthy, loving, caring and forgiving families in Memphis, Shelby County and beyond through a community wide movement.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 The increase of interest in our Fatherhood Healthy Relationship Education. The increase in interest indicate that people are beginning to understand the need to train, educate and mentor men in understanding their God given role in their family’s lives.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? The power of working together among non-profit organizations. There are many organizations doing quality work that support and train families. Partnering to train boys and men on healthy relationship education is imperative in order to strengthen families.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: To train boys and men in healthy relationship education and to support Shelby County Schools in teaching students the importance of building healthy relationship skills in order to build a future full of success for their lives.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Becoming train-the-trainers in the curricula we offer, thereby giving us a host of individuals to support our healthy relationship education efforts in schools, hospitals and churches.

19 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES Executive Director: Kevin “RevKev” Nathaniel Year Founded: 1954 584 Yorkshire Drive Memphis, TN, 38119 Phone: 901-683-3399 memphisFCA.org @memphisfca

MISSION STATEMENT: To present to coaches and athletes and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Je- sus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Over 2000 coaches and athletes throughout Memphis and Shelby County heard the Gospel as a result of staff and volunteers desiring to share the truth of God’s word!

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? The only way we are going to see sustainable change is when we as a community get involved through mentoring and discipleship with the desired outcome of reproducing disciple makers.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: One desired outcome for 2017 is to reproduce disciple makers within the next generation who will impact their campuses and community for Christ.

How can people get involved? (business, church, individuals) FCA needs individuals who want to make a lasting impact for eternity in the lives of our youth through mentoring and/or discipleship.

20 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide JIFF JUVENILE INTERVENTION AND FAITH-BASED FOLLOW-UP Executive Director: Richard Graham Year Founded: 2003 254 S. Lauderdale, Memphis, TN 38126 Phone: 901-522-8502 jiffyouth.org JIFF Memphis

MISSION STATEMENT: To break the destructive cycle of juvenile crime through Christ centered intervention.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 JIFF completed a five year strategic plan that provides a road map for growth to serve more youth, up to 300 by 2020.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? The young men we serve are looking for structure and a way out of the life they currently know. JIFF provides love, hope, structure and a life plan for success. Major fundraiser FOR 2017: In March we partner with Tony Allen of the Memphis Grizzlies to host the Tony Allen Karaoke event. Contestants compete for an opportunity to perform the closing song with Tony.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) JIFF needs men who can mentor a JIFF graduate. Showing youth a different side of life, one with possibilities and hope, creating a vision for what the future can be.

21 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide LIFE CHOICES OF MEMPHIS Executive Director: Sue Parker, CEO Year Founded: 1986 5575 Raleigh LaGrange Memphis, TN 38134 Phone: 901-388-1172 lcfriends.org lifechoicesmemphis.org @lifechoicesofmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: Educating and empowering women to choose and cherish life. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Reality Check Memphis, a comprehensive and multifaceted program was added to help us communicate with students, ranging from middle school to college, important and relevant principles related to understanding and making healthy sexual choices. WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? There has been an impressive reduction of more than 1500 fewer surgical abortions in our city in the last 2 years. Yet, more than 2900 abortions still take place for Shelby County residents every year.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Ladies Night with Christine Caine – March 31, 2017 LifeWalk at the Memphis Zoo – April 22, 2017 Annual Fundraising Banquet – September 2017 (date not set at this time)

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Businesses: Join our corporate sponsorship team and help us expand the reach of Life Choices in our community.

Churches: Make supporting Life Choices a part of your mission budget. Individuals: Pray, volunteer, give!

22 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide (MAM)MEMPHIS ATHLETIC MINISTRIES Executive Director: Randy Odom Year Founded: 1998 2107 Ball Road, Memphis, TN 38114 Phone: 901-744-6261 mamsports.org @mamsports

MISSION STATEMENT: To help build godly youth in under-resourced neighborhoods by teaching them to love God, love others and love themselves. Our vision is to develop youth into Christ-centered, productive adults, positively impacting their families and neighborhoods. Adherence to the great commandment (Matthew 22:37–39) provides the biblical support for our ministry. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 To combat reading deficiencies, we are partnering with Literacy Mid-South to provide our teachers with skills to teach reading and our elementary students with a structured reading comprehension and vocabulary program. WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Our mentoring staff delivers academic, career readiness, Bible studies and sports/recreation programs to youth, ages 8 to 18, helping them understand the Gospel and believe in a successful future. MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Our major fundraiser is the annual MAM Christmas Classic Basketball Tournament. Church league, recreational, competitive and middle school teams are invited to play. Games are played at various urban and suburban locations throughout the county. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Contact Allison Weiss at (901) 378-6585 or aweiss@ mamsports.org. MAM needs reading helpers, homework helpers and coaches. These opportunities and more offer flexible and concentrated commitments for both individuals and groups.

23 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide MEMPHIS CENTER FOR URBAN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES Joseph Caldwell, President Year Founded: 2000 1548 Poplar Avenue Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: 901-324-2014 mcuts.org @memphiscuts

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide affordable, accessible, and accredited theological education and training for those serving in the urban context in order to transform Memphis and the Mid-South for the kingdom of Christ.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 MCUTS established six new courses in Community Development and effective ministry among the poor and marginalized to serve our 100+ student body.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? How training and education in ministry for the city can strengthen and revitalize churches, both urban and suburban.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: MCUTS as an education institution does not sponsor fund raising events but is always in need of churches, businesses and individuals who want to invest in the many lower income students we have attending through scholarships, endowed chairs, and sponsoring programs that aid our students intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals)

24 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide MEMPHIS LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION Executive Director: Larry Lloyd Year Founded: 1986 1548 Poplar Ave. Memphis , TN 38104 P.O. Box 40174 Memphis, TN 38174-0174 Phone: 901-729-2931 memphisleadershipfoundation.org @MemphisLeadershipFoundation

MISSION STATEMENT: We are seeking the civic and spiritual renewal of our city by equipping grass roots urban leaders, incubating new inner city ministries, collaborating with people of faith and good will to tackle Memphis’ biggest issues and by building the capacity of urban leaders and ministries as we take the whole Gospel to the Whole City.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We were able to add Restore Corps to our ministry portfolio. They assist young people who are caught up in the atrocious business of sex traffick- ing, providing a way out.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? There are hundreds of men and women in our network of ministries who are agents of spiritual and social renewal in our city.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: We anticipate a 30th celebration for the Memphis Leadership Foundation.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) We need men and women who will mentor ex-offenders as they seek to get back into the workforce.

25 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide MEMPHIS TEEN CHALLENGE Executive Director: Jonathan Lindberg Year Founded: 1972 33 North Cleveland Avenue Phone: 901-272-2308 teenchallengememphis.org @teenchallengememphis

MISSION STATEMENT: “The proven cure for the drug epidemic” ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Purchased our new 26,000 square foot BAM Thrift Store on the corner of Madison & Cleveland Avenue (the old Stewart Brothers Building) WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Christ offers hope to the addict

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Spring – Dinner & Dialogue Summer – Golf Tournament Fall – Celebration Banquet

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) If you have seen someone touched by addiction, there is a way you can get involved and give back. Contact: [email protected]

26 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide MEMPHIS UNION MISSION Executive Director: Scott Bjork Year Founded: 1945 PO Box 330, Memphis, TN 38101-0330 Phone: 901-526-8403 MemphisUnionMission.org @MemphisUnionMission

MISSION STATEMENT: Memphis Union Mission glorifies God and makes disciples of Jesus Christ by ministering to the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of men and women who are homeless or destitute. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Memphis Union Mission was able to minister to over 3,000 unduplicated individuals. The Mission also served 322,712 meals and provided 120,614 nights of safe lodging to people in need.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? That Memphis Union Mission is a comprehensive ministry that uses various services and programs to help men, women, and families rebuild their lives through the power of the Gospel.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: In 2017, the Mission will continue to work to expand its services to the homeless community.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Memphis Union Mission is always looking for volunteers to help with various ministry and service opportunities. The Mission is also always in need of practical in-kind donations and financial donations.

27 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide MEMPHIS TEACHERS RESIDENCY Executive Director: David Montague Year Founded: 2009 2181 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: 901-937-4695 memphistr.org @memphistr

MISSION STATEMENT: As a response to the gospel mandate to love our neighbors as ourselves, MTR will partner to provide students in Memphis neighborhoods with the same, or better, quality of education as is available to any student in Memphis by recruiting, training, and supporting effective teachers within a Christian context. In short, our mission is Christian love expressed in equal education. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 What is one accomplishment from 2016? (35 words): Alongside the teacher residency, MTR runs a summer camp to reduce summer learning regression, which accounts for two-thirds of the achievement gap. In summer 2016, MTR campers recognized an average of 105 new sight words. WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Every day, in scores of classrooms across the city, students experience learning, joy, and growth. Lots of learning and improvement is happening in Memphis schools. MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: MTR runs an annual MTR Give campaign to raise money toward classroom resources. Donors can meet classroom needs such as book sets or science lab equipment that students might otherwise be without. HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Encourage young people to consider teaching as a career, and encourage aspiring teachers to apply to be MTR Camp summer staff or MTR residents.

28 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTERS President/CEO: Ephie Johnson Year Founded: 1978 785 Jackson Avenue Memphis, TN Phone: 901-881-6013 ncclife.org @nccincorporated

MISSION STATEMENT: To guide those in need toward stability and sustainability through compassionate, Christ-centered ministries and empowerment programs.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 We completed our goal to expand our Manage- ment Team, adding a full time Chief Development/ Communications officer and a Chief Strategic and Execution Officer. We can now more comprehen- sively demonstrate outcomes and serve our target neighborhoods more effectively.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Poverty is real and challenging, but the heart for helping the poor across Memphis is genuine and there are wonderful collaborations working to make a lasting change for our neighbors in need!

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Compassionate Community Campaign-our 2017 spring campaign to raise needed funds for opera- tions, summer programs and extra staffing needs to execute summer youth programs. Compassion- ate Christmas Campaign-Funds are raised through multiple Holiday appeals and events.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Memphis We ask for prayers for our neighbors in need, programs and staff; an increase in volunteers; and continued support through monetary and in-kind donations.

29 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide REPAIRING THE BREACH Executive Director: Felecia Wade Year Founded: 2001 2019 Ball Road Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: 901-745-8149 rtbmemphis.org @RTBMemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: To enlighten, empower and equip youth to grow spiritually, socially, and academically to become global leaders.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 As a result of programming from the school year and summer, over 100 youth gave their lives to Christ in our in-school and after-school programs. We were also able to provide over 150 backpacks filled with school supplies to children in need in our Back to School Fun Fair and Backpack giveaway.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? There is hope for today’s youth through Jesus Christ! Repairing The Breach is one of many ministries doing just that through our mission of enlightening, empowering and equipping youth spiritually, socially, and academically.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Repairing The Breach is hoping to create and launch three major fundraiser projects in 2017 that will remain as annual fundraisers to offset budget cost. We also aspire to increase our individual donor base in 2017.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Repairing The Breach is always looking for dedicated and committed adults as tutors for our academic enrichment program as well as mentors for our youth. Interested parties can contact us for opportunities to get involved at 901-745-8149 or contact our program director at anquanita.barry@ rtbmemphis.org.

30 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide RESTORATION PATH President/CEO: David Jones Year Founded: 2012 PO Box 343418 Memphis TN 38184 Phone: 901-751-2468 restorationpath.org @restorationpath

MISSION STATEMENT: Restoration Path is a Christian discipleship ministry that exists to restore those trapped in sexual and relational sin through the power of Jesus Christ.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 It is amazing to witness God not just restore marriage destroyed by sexual sin but to give brand new marriages that are based upon honesty and God’s grace mercy and forgiveness.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? Our God is the God of hope and restoration. For those trapped in sexual sin, our Lord came to set you free if you are willing to fully submit yourself to Him. For families and marriages crushed by the effects of a loved one’s rebellion into sexual sin, our Savior knows your pain and can give you comfort and peace.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Our primary source of funding comes from individuals and families that have been affected by the destruction of sexual sin. Many have participated in our programs and are now walking in the hope and freedom our Lord provides.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Our first need is for prayer support from other believers. Businesses, churches, and individuals can also become involved by creating an open environment where the issue of sexual sin can be discussed. We always appreciate the financial support of individuals and groups that permit us to continue in this fight.

31 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide SERVICE OVER SELF Executive Director: Philip Walkley Year Founded: 1986 2505 Poplar Avenue Memphis, TN, 38112 Phone: 901-681-9044 sosmemphis.org @sosmemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: Service Over Self (SOS) exists to glorify God by proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in word and deed through urban home repair camps.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 SOS hosted 2,000 volunteers to make significant repairs to 50 homes in Binghampton and Orange Mound. In their first year, SOS Builds students designed and constructed The Clubhouse at The Carpenter Art Garden.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? SOS Builds an after school discipleship and vocational training program, will be designing and constructing a pavilion at The Hamp football field in Binghampton.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) We have a variety of roles that we seek to fill with volunteers; please contact our office for more information. We appreciate your prayers for our ministry and neighborhoods!

32 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide STREETS MINISTRIES Executive Director: Reggie Davis Year Founded: 1987 P.O. Box 42181 Memphis, TN 38174 Phone: 901-525-7380 streetsministries.org @streetministries.org

MISSION STATEMENT: Streets Ministries, through the love of Jesus Christ, engages, encourages and equips young people to achieve their potential by realizing their God-given purpose. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 STREETS is addressing the chronic issue of 3rd grade illiteracy. At the beginning of last school year, only 3% of STREETS Smart 2nd graders were reading on grade level, by the end of the year that increased to 49%.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? STREETS facilitates authentic relationships between students and adults to encourage young men and women reach their full potential mentally, physically and spiritually. Staff and volunteers spend hours each week investing time and resources to create life-changing impact.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Pave the Way - Pledge a monthly gift to put students on the pathway to success. STREETS Week – This April purchase a dining pass to receive exclusive deals throughout Cooper Young! 30th Anniversary Celebration – September celebration of three decades of changing lives HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Mentoring is a critical service STREETS offers youth. Currently there are 80-100 students on the waiting list for mentors. If you can give one hour a week or serve on a mentoring team a couple of times a month we would love to talk to you! [email protected]

33 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide SUCASA FAMILY MINISTRIES Executive Director: Tim Jewett Year Founded: 2008 1302 N. Graham St. Memphis, TN 38122 Phone: 901-320-9833 sucasamemphis.org @sucasamemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of Su Casa Family Ministries is to glorify God and to advance his Kingdom by ministering to the spiritual, physical, and social needs of Hispanic residents in the Memphis area.

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Su Casa founded Esperanza Early Childhood Center Fall 2016, which seeks to provide an exceptional Christian early childhood education, specifically to children from a Spanish language background, that focuses on parental involvement leading to kindergarten readiness.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? We wish Memphis knew that there is a vibrant Latin community here made up of great neighbors that would love to be challenged to truly be part of the larger Memphis community.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Online Giving Catalog, Fall 2017 Match campaign.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Individuals can get involved teaching English, caring for children, or tutoring. All can get involved by helping develop ways for the ministry to be more sustainable economically.

34 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide WORLD RELIEF MEMPHIS Executive Director: Steve Moses Year Founded: 2012 3340 Poplar Avenue, Suite 222 Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: 901-341-0220 worldreliefmemphis.org @WRMemphis

MISSION STATEMENT: Empower the local church to serve the most vulnerable

ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 With the increase of refugees and immigrants served, their lives have been transformed socially, economically, and spiritually through the partnership with local churches and volunteers.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? The rigorous security screening process for refugees takes 18 months at minimum to apply for resettlement and receive notice of approved refugee status. Refugees contribute to the diverse culture of Memphis.

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Annual Fall benefit dinner Ongoing furniture and household items donated

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) Support a refugee family in friendship by donating needed items, visiting them at home, assisting with appointments, preparing for school and work, and aiding in navigation of American culture.

35 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide YOUNG LIFE MEMPHIS Executive Director: Joel Scoggins Year Founded: 1941 Nationally, 1943 in Memphis 658 Colonial Rd., Memphis, TN 38117 Phone: 901-820-0760 Memphis.younglife.org Memphis Young Life

MISSION STATEMENT: Introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith. ONE ACCOMPLISHMENT FROM 2016 Begun Young Life College ministry at University of Memphis, reaching college students with message of Jesus Christ and helping them give back as Young Life leaders.

WHAT YOU WISH MEMPHIS KNEW? We have been reaching teenagers with the gospel since 1943 in Memphis. We work with kids from all over the city (public / private, wealthy/ under-resourced, disabled / able bodied, kids of all races and backgrounds).

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR 2017: Golf Tournament, Fundraising Banquet, Taste of Memphis.

HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED? (business, church, individuals) We would love to have Sunday school or community groups adopt a Young Life leader team and help provide meals, prayer and club supplies for one of our 14 YL clubs around the city.

36 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide Quotes on giving

“Remember this—you can’t serve God and Money, but you can serve God with money.” Selwyn Hughes

“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” “It is possible to give without Jesus, in Acts 20:35 loving, but it is impossible to love without giving.” “Make all you can, save all you can, Richard Braunstein give all you can.” John Wesley (1703 – 1791) “No person was ever honored for what he received. “You can’t have a perfect day with- He was honored for what he gave.” out doing something for someone Calvin Coolidge who’ll never be able to repay you.” John Wooden “The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what “You can have everything in life he is capable of receiving.” that you want if you will just help Albert Einstein enough other people get what they want.” “If a person gets his attitude Zig Ziglar toward money straight, it will help straighten out almost every other 10 great quotes about giving [Blog post] Bob Lotich. seedtime Retrieved from https:// area in his life.” christianpf.com/quotes-on-giving/ Billy Graham

37 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide 2017 Giving Guide Ministries

Advance Memphis ...... 6 AGAPE Child & Family Services...... 7 Binghampton Christian Academy...... 8 Binghampton Development Corporation...... 9 Birthright of Memphis...... 10 Calvary Rescue Mission...... 11 Campus Outreach...... 12 Center for Religious Expression...... 13 Child Evangelism...... 14 Christ Community Health...... 15 Church Health Center...... 16 Creative Life...... 17 Downline...... 18 Families Matter...... 19 Fellowship of Christian Athletes...... 20 JIFF...... 21 Life Choices...... 22 Memphis Athletic Ministries...... 23 Memphis Center for Urban Theological Studies...... 24 Memphis Leadership Foundation ...... 25 Memphis Teen Challenge...... 26

38 2017 Greater Memphis Giving Guide 2017 Giving Guide 2017 Giving Guide Ministries Ministries

Memphis Union Mission...... 27 Memphis Teachers Residency...... 28 Neighborhood Christian Centers...... 29 Repairing the Breach...... 30 Restoration Path...... 31 Service Over Self...... 32 Street Ministries ...... 33 Su Casa...... 34 World Relief ...... 35 Young Life Memphis ...... 36

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