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8 Ways to Give Back in Memphis This Holiday Season

Donate to the MAM Christmas Store

Help make this holiday season unforgettable through the Memphis Athletic Ministries Christmas Store! Local families get to shop at Target alongside MAM staff, choosing perfect gifts that bring joy and excitement to their kids. With gift cards, parents are empowered to create a memorable Christmas for their loved ones. Want to spread the holiday cheer? Donate today and make a difference!

Make a donation here

Buy Holiday Gifts at Choose901 Merch

Looking for the perfect holiday gift that reps the 901 and gives back to impact Memphis? Choose901 merch has you covered! From T-shirts to hats, every purchase supports Memphis programs like Teach901 and Give901. 100% of profits go right back into the community, helping our city thrive. So, snag some swag that does more than just show off your Memphis pride—make a difference with every gift!

The Holiday Market will be at Crosstown Concourse December 5th-7th, 2024. In the meantime, keep an eye out for the online store opening!

Click here for the online store.

Person wearing a blue cap and gray shirt browses through a display of t-shirts in a charming Memphis store with brick walls, pondering the perfect gift to give back this holiday season.

Become a Memphis Grizzlies Mentor

If you’re interested in making a long-term impact, The TEAM Mentor Program pairs three mentors with six middle school students to create a supportive community. Help students build relationships, navigate their social world, and work toward a brighter future. Commit to just 90 minutes a week for one school year, with training and special events included.

Click here to become a mentor.

Help a Teacher Plan and Prepare a Holiday Classroom Party

For a fun and meaningful way to give back this season, you can volunteer with Memphis Teacher Residency by helping a local teacher plan and prepare a holiday classroom party! Your support will make the celebration extra special for students and give teachers a helping hand during this busy time. Spread some holiday cheer and make a difference in our community—volunteer today!

For more information, email contact@give901.org.

Volunteer with the Midsouth Food Bank

Join the mission to fight hunger by volunteering with the Mid-South Food Bank! Whether you’re sorting and packing food or helping distribute supplies, your efforts will directly support families in need across the region. Volunteering is a great way to give back, build connections, and make a lasting impact. Sign up today and help us bring hope to the Mid-South!

Click here to volunteer. 

Volunteer with First Congo Food Ministry

From packing sack lunches and helping to keep their food pantry stocked with groceries, to tending to their community gardens which provide fresh flowers, veggies, and herbs, your work with First Congo helps distribute food to our homeless community.

Click here to volunteer. 

Amidst the lush greenery of a Memphis park, a woman reads to three children seated on a paved area. As they hold boxes of cereal, the scene embodies the spirit of giving back, perfect for the holiday season approaching.

read to a class

Bring the joy of reading to young students at New Hope Christian Academy by volunteering to read virtually to a classroom! It’s a simple yet impactful way to inspire a love for learning and connect with the next generation.

Email contact@give901.org to find out more and get started today!

Support Furry Friends

Help keep families and pets together by volunteering at Memphis Animal Services! Whether it’s assisting pet parents in the Pet Resource Center, delivering supplies, or helping pets find their forever homes, there’s a role for you. You can walk dogs, socialize cats, help with enrichment activities, or even volunteer remotely by posting lost/found pets online. From matchmaking pets with adopters to assisting at events, your time and energy will make a big difference. Sign up today to lend a hand and help our furry friends!

Click here to sign up.

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