Pride Month in Memphis
Comedy queen Quinta Brunson once said… National Pride Month is not only a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, a vibrant, steadfast group of humans
May 23, 2022
Comedy queen Quinta Brunson once said… National Pride Month is not only a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, a vibrant, steadfast group of humans
Are you a mentor in Memphis? Do you want to be a mentor? Are you interested in learning more about mentorship? The Mentoring Matters Summit of
Guest post by dannon eubanks, volunteer odyssey director of community engagement “My partner’s here! My partner’s here!” This was how I was greeted on a
GUEST POST BY katie pemberton, community engagement specialist for Memphis Animal Services. what is Kitten Season? Kitten season is the time of year—usually spring and
One of the best ways to prepare the students of today to become the workforce of tomorrow is to share our stories with them—by answering
Memphis Athletic Ministries, known for building meaningful relationships with kids through sports, gifted kids with brand new kicks! On Monday, April 4hth, MAM kids left
“I should have been a history teacher,” said Volunteer Odyssey volunteer Walker after his first shift as a history tutor. Walker saw an email request
The Washington Bottoms is a long-dormant community park and garden tucked between Midtown and The Medical District. What once housed the hustle of life, has
WE ALL KNOW BASKETBALL IS A BIG DEAL IN MEMPHIS. With Ja putting up 52 pointers and Memphis on track to make the NCAA tournament,
Jeremee DeMoir owner of DeMoir Books & Things is the ultimate book-lover—he loves them so much, he made them his livelihood. Learn more about his
Guest post by Dannon Eubanks, VO Director of Community Engagement March has always felt like a turning point in the year, with the worst of
Memphis, we love you. You have repeatedly ranked as one of the most philanthropic cities in the U.S., and we see you giving financially and
Wherever you live in the Memphis area, you’ve most likely spotted a cat or two (or more!) out and about in your neighborhood. You may
Article was written by Dannon Eubanks. “HIGHER encourages a healthy lifestyle and I believe being of service is essential to living a fulfilling life. I
Are you looking for a unique and empowering way to serve the Memphis community? Girls on the Run Memphis is recruiting coaches and program participants
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is what are you doing for others?” – Dr. Martin Luther King, JR. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. may
This article was written by Dannon Eubanks. First, a message from Alexandra Howard, Volunteer Experience Manager at Volunteer Odyssey: “I sometimes think people view volunteerism
“Oh you want to be a mentor? Who do YOU think you are?” are questions you may ask yourself when considering more formally investing in
After COVID school closures came and went, test scores showed that Memphis literacy rates had fallen significantly. As of today, one in ten school-age children
Ja Morant continues to surpass the community’s expectations on the court through fearsome drives and determination. However, the 2020 Rookie of the Year doesn’t stop
As our partners at Give901 launched Project: Grizz Prep Reads, we heard about Jane Oliver, the book-loving literary leader at the Grizzlies Prep boys school
There’s something about having family home for the holidays that often inspires service. Volunteer Odyssey launched their #ThanksGivingBack Challenge for the month of November, challenging
This article was written by Katie Pemberton. With the holidays fast approaching, many of us Memphians are starting to think about what special way we
*Originally published on October 20, 2021. November is known for three big things: crunchy leaves, turkeys, and giving thanks to your community—and what better way
As a kid, I always imagined Disney World as a magical place that has a little something for everyone regardless of their interest or background:
August felt really long. Between the heat and the waves of uncertainty surrounding the pandemic, it’s been a rough season. I’m not going to try
Right now, Memphis Animal Services has over 500 pets in its care. And yet there are only 261 animals at the shelter. Thinking that math
Raise your hand if you’ve ever gathered with a youth group, sorority or fraternity, office team, or other well-meaning band of folks to volunteer. Maybe
Even when school’s not in session, Memphis Teacher Residency (MTR) is helping local students put their big brains to good use—and they’re looking for folks
There’s something special about harvesting the first vegetables of the season, guiding someone through their first time on a horse, or sitting by someone’s side