Refugee Empowerment Program

The Center for Transforming Communities (CTC) is a Memphis-based organization dedicated to driving equitable community change in the city. Working closely with residents and institutions, CTC supports efforts to minimize the adverse impact of community development and provides power and capacity building support for residents. Through shared decision-making practices, CTC builds neighborhood democracies and fosters the resiliency of communities in areas such as Binghampton, Medical District, Orange Mound, North Memphis, South Memphis, and Whitehaven. CTC collaborates with numerous nonprofit and community partners, sharing a common space known as The Commons. This affordable and quality work and worship environment serves as a hub for organizations to gather, collaborate, and build capacity. With a focus on community-building, CTC welcomes organizations, churches, and ministries to become part of The Commons community, contributing to the overall well-being of Memphis and its residents.Generated from the website

The Karamu Nutrition Program (KNP) is one of the largest non-profit food program sponsors in the country. Karamu’s founder and Executive Director, Dr. Vera Corley-Sims, is a retired childcare provider and a nationally known advocate for provider and children’s causes. Karamu is a provider friendly organization which has built a strong reputation of treating its providers with respect and courtesy. Karamu’s Mission is to provide low cost, high quality services to Tennessee’s childcare providers and the children and families they serve.

The Memphis Community Development Partnership is dedicated to fostering philanthropic initiatives that support and uplift the local community. Through various programs such as GiVE365 and FOREVER Funds, they provide resources and grants to nonprofit organizations addressing critical needs in the Mid-South region. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for all residents, the organization focuses on empowering vulnerable populations and promoting collective giving. Their efforts include supporting Black-led nonprofits, creative aging initiatives, and the reimagining of historic sites, all aimed at building a vibrant and inclusive community. Generated from the website