5 WAYS TO INVEST IN MEMPHIS THIS YEAR

As we step into a new year, most of us will make ambitious resolutions to improve some aspect of our lives. What if we also committed to setting goals to improve the lives of those around us? At Give901, we believe that even small actions, like giving an hour of your time or pay to Memphis organizations, can create big changes in our city.

Imagine thousands of Memphians proactively looking for ways to create a greater Memphis community! Whether you’re ready to personally volunteer time and expertise, recruit others from your workplace to volunteer together or donate to the work that’s happening around the city, here’s your ultimate guide to making a difference this year.

1. SUPPORT THE CHOOSE901 ALUMNI PROGRAM FOR $25 A MONTH

The years after high school are some of the most fragile in a young person’s life, and too many students in Memphis are navigating them without the support they need. That’s where the Choose901 Alumni Program steps in, offering mentorship, career coaching, and community to over 3,000 graduates as they transition into college, careers, and adulthood. It costs just $25 a month to support one alum, and this year, our goal is to find 3,000 Give901 members willing to commit that amount, one for every young person in the program.

Join us in building up the next generation of Memphis leaders because when they succeed, our whole city moves forward.

👉 Click here to commit now.

2. Support Local Teachers

Through Give901, we support Memphis educators all year long, and we need your help to make sure they feel seen, valued, and celebrated. From Abbott Elementary watch parties to BBQ at Smokeslam and post-school happy hours, these moments of appreciation fuel the hardworking teachers who show up for our students every day.

Many are new to the city and in their first year of teaching through programs like Memphis Teacher Residency and Teach For America and your support makes a real difference.

Here’s how you can help:
✅ Donate to our teacher appreciation fundraisers
✅ Sign up for a recurring donation, an hour of pay each month to power these programs
✅ Provide in-kind donations (food, drinks, venues, or gift bags for events)
✅ Sponsor an entire appreciation event

Memphis teachers are changing lives. Let’s make sure they know we're behind them.

Ready to support? Contact us at contact@give901.org.

3. HIRE AN ALUMNI

Hiring a Choose901 Alumni is an investment in Memphis' future. With over 3,000 alumni currently in the program, it’s easy to find someone talented, driven, and committed to making an impact right here at home. If you're hiring, reach out to our Choose901 Alumni team. We have a pool of incredible college graduates ready to bring fresh energy, ideas, and long-term value to your workplace.

Also, if you’re interested in working with high school students as interns, Crosstown High offers work-based learning opportunities for their students to learn in real world environments. For more information, contact Camille Bielling.

4. manage your scholarship with give901

Want to start a scholarship or make yours go further? Give901’s scholarship program makes it easy to support local talent by managing the entire process for you.

These scholarships directly benefit Choose901 Alumni, Memphis students who’ve grown up in our city, graduated from our schools, and are committed to giving back. But with only 1 in 8 students receiving scholarships each year, far too many are left without the support they need.

Here’s how we help:
✅ We manage the application and selection process
✅ We market your scholarship to qualified local students
✅ We ensure your gift has lasting impact, right here in Memphis

Support the next generation of Memphis leaders without the administrative headache.

👉 Click here to learn more.

5. Become a Mentor

We believe mentorship is vital to empower the next generation of leaders. Many of our partner organizations offer mentorship opportunities like Streets Ministries, Stax Music Academy, and Memphis Grizzlies Foundation. We also offer mentorship opportunities with Choose901 Alumni as well. From resume assistance to mock interviewing sessions, there are plenty of opportunities to help our graduates thrive. Click here for more ideas on how to volunteer with our alumni.