Strengthening our community through philanthropy
We are happy to debut a monthly newsletter celebrating the possibilities of philanthropy in Greater Memphis. We will share community successes: donors' impact, nonprofits' achievements, funding opportunities, and more.

We would like to hear from you! Do you have a story of impact to share? How has your philanthropy made a difference? Who is doing good work in our community? Let us know.
Foundation posts record year

At the May 12 Annual Meeting, Community Foundation President Bob Fockler announced record-breaking figures for this year. Collectively, donors contributed $195.2 million into their funds and made grants of $143.4 million to nonprofits. The Foundation's assets stand at $451.2 million.

Gonzalez supports youth through Porter-Leath

Community Foundation donor and veteran Juvenile Court volunteer Rev. Audrey Taylor Gonzalez supports an alternative to lockup for non-violent youth. 
GiVE 365 announces grants

At the Annual Meeting, GiVE 365 announced grants totaling $52,285 to seven nonprofits. This year's funding followed the theme  Memphis 2020: programs that will have a tangible impact on Memphis in the next five years.

Mayor Strickland creates 
Better Memphis Fund

The Better Memphis Fund, established by Mayor Jim Strickland at the Community Foundation, pays expungement costs for people convicted of certain nonviolent offenses. T he mayor believes expungement removes a huge barrier to employment for these citizens, making them far less likely to re-offend.

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