Invest & Enjoy: Fueling Change in Memphis

Wassup, Memphis! To celebrate 901 Day, we’re inviting you to join the “Invest & Enjoy” campaign, designed to connect YOU to direct ways to engage with and impact the 901!

By pledging $9.01 monthly—or selecting a level that fits—you’re joining a community of dedicated individuals committed to driving positive change.

Your contribution will directly fuel the impactful work of five essential campaigns under the City Leadership umbrella, each playing a vital role in shaping a brighter future for Memphis.

Organizational chart for City Leadership showing five branches: Choose 901, Give 901, Choose 901 Alumni, Serve 901, and Teach 901. Invest in our community and enjoy the impact these branches create every day.

Serving as the umbrella organization, City Leadership empowers leaders and organizations across Memphis, with campaigns like Choose901, Serve901, Teach901, Give901, and Choose901Alumni all working under its guidance to shape the future of the city.

Guiding everyone on how to invest in and enjoy life in the 901, curating and sharing Memphis culture in unique, practical ways as the region’s leading megaphone for optimism.

Supporting excellent teachers, innovative schools, and empowering mentors to ensure every young Memphian has the opportunity to succeed. 

Supporting and retaining the next generation of Memphis leadership through mentorship, career opportunities, and professional development for graduates from our seven partner schools. Over 400 graduates enter the program each year and continue 10 years beyond high school graduation.

Inspiring a love for Memphis in young adults by guiding college groups on service trips year-round. The trips spark interest and build positivity for Memphis among young adults nationwide. Participants learn about the history of Memphis while volunteering with local non-profits to boost their impact in the city.

Recruiting and retaining skilled educators by partnering with over 270 schools in Memphis and the surrounding area. Teach901 offers a job board, teacher appreciation celebrations, and several local job fairs. The ultimate goal is for every student to have access to quality teaching!

why it's bigger than money

Your $9.01 pledge is more than just a donation. It’s an entry point into a dynamic network of people who are passionate about Memphis and its future.

Here’s what makes your pledge truly impactful:

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  • Community Engagement: When you pledge, you’re not just supporting initiatives financially—you’re becoming part of a movement that actively engages in making Memphis a growing, improving and more loving place.

  • Direct Involvement: Your pledge gives you access to a variety of opportunities to get involved. Whether it’s volunteering, attending community events, or participating in service projects, there are countless ways to make a tangible impact.
  • Collective Impact: By joining forces with other pledgers, your efforts are amplified. Together, we can achieve more than any one of us could alone.

Join the movement

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Leading up to 901 Day, we’re excited to celebrate the progress we’ve made and the impact we can achieve together! Your pledge will make a real impact on our city’s future!

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The 901 is for everyone, and with your help, we can continue to build a community where everyone can thrive!

Our goal: 100 pledges by 901 Day!

PASSIONATE MEMPHIANS!
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Every pledge brings us closer to our goal. Join the movement and be one of the 100 Memphians who are stepping up to celebrate 901 Day with a meaningful contribution. Pledge today and help us reach 100!

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