If 2025 proved anything, it’s that when Memphis shows up, Memphis shows out.
This year, thanks to YOU,our teachers, small biz lovers, mentors, neighbors, and doers, Choose901 reached new heights. And we’re not slowing down.
As the year winds down, we’re reflecting on the real wins you helped create and asking you to help us finish strong by giving back, getting involved, and fueling more momentum for 2026.
Looking back at 2025
Here’s what happens when Memphis shows up:
💬 23 million people reached
Across social, email, and events, Choose901 amplified 650+ positive stories about Memphis, making sure the good gets heard.
🧡 430,000+ Choose901-ians
That’s hundreds of thousands of Memphians (and fans of Memphis) building community online and off.
💼 Spotlighted 50+ Small Local Businesses
Choose901 generated a lasting $3.75M impact for our city’s entrepreneurs.
"From telling our story to promoting our events, the community asset of Choose901 has become vital to our growth and success."
✨ Looking for ways to give back before the new year rings in?
Whether you’re feeling festive, fired-up, or just full of Memphis pride, now’s the perfect time to turn that energy into impact. There’s still time to end 2025 on a high note by giving, volunteering, or just showing up for your city in small but powerful ways.
Here’s how to keep the good going 👇
1. 
Make a Year-End Gift
Choose901 is part of a nonprofit that’s powered by donations and every dollar counts. Your gift supports teacher recruitment, mentoring programs, youth leadership development, and so much more.
2. 
Volunteer with Give901 Partners
Want to give time instead of money? Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Host a breakfast or buy classroom supplies for teachers with Memphis Teacher Residency and Teach for America.
- Partner with Teach901 and deliver coffee to schools during stressful periods like TCAP week.
- Attend a Crosstown High volleyball or basketball game and cheer the players on.
- Volunteer in the garden and forest at New Hope Christian Academy. There’s always work to be done, even during winter.
Sign up for the Give901 newsletter for the latest volunteer opportunities with our partners
3. 
Donate to a food drive or Mission
There are so many incredible organizations collecting food and household items for people in need this season. Here are a few to get you started:
4.
Tell Your Memphis Story
Whether it’s your favorite moment this year or a hidden gem you discovered, share it with the city.
Tag @Choose901 + use #Choose901 so we can amplify your story.
Tag your favorite local business, artist, or restaurant and shout them out, too. We’re always re-sharing community love.
Need inspo? Check out our Instagram page.
❤️ Ready to Rally?
Choose901 is all about making Memphis a better place by investing and enjoying the city we love.
So before the year ends, ask yourself: “What’s one thing I can do for Memphis this week?”
