Advance Memphis
Civic and Social OrganizationsTennessee, United States11-50 Employees
Advance Memphis is a civic and social organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, founded in 1999 with a mission to pursue economic revitalization in the city’s South Memphis neighborhoods, prioritizing the 38126 and 38106 zip codes. The organization delivers biblically based programs that aim to equip residents with hope, knowledge, resources, and skills, enabling individuals and communities to effect change from within their own locale. With a focus on empowerment, Advance Memphis seeks to address local barriers to opportunity by offering services and programming tailored to residents in its target area. The organization operates within a community-focused sector and maintains a regional presence in Memphis, supported by a local staff and volunteers to implement its initiatives. A recent development notes the launch of the Work Life program in October 2020, signaling ongoing programmatic expansion that aligns with its revitalization objectives.