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had more stable employment
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had better financial management strategies
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reported higher income
United Way of the Mid-South in partnership with Mayor Paul Young and the City of Memphis will support families affected by the recent storm and power outages. Mayor Young has allocated $50,000 to be distributed by United Way of the Mid-South to families with the greatest need and who are most impacted by the storms.
Through its network of agency partners, United Way is able to facilitate an urgent response in times of community emergency or natural disaster. Make your donation today to support the MemphisCares fund.
United Way of the Mid-South is proud to offer Driving The Dream®, an unduplicated network of services that is helping people move from where they are to where they dream to be.
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UNITED WE FIGHT
We’re here to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families across our community. Our mission is simple: to fight poverty and help create lasting change for a better future. Through programs focused on economic mobility, education, and health, we’re united in the fight to help individuals reach their full potential for a stronger and healthier Mid-South.
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of people in the City of Memphis live in poverty
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of children under 18 in Memphis live in poverty
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of people in Shelby County live in poverty
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of children under 18 in Shelby County live in poverty
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of people in our AR, MS, TN metro area live in poverty
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of children under 18 in our AR, MS, TN metro area live in poverty
The US average for people living in poverty is 12%. The 2024 Update of the Memphis Poverty Fact Sheet, produced annually by Dr. Elena Delavega of the School of Social Work at the University of Memphis. Data from the 2023 American Community Survey released in September 2024.
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“I think women tend to work collaboratively because they intuitively understand collective impact and the power in our voices. That’s one of the reasons that we have relaunched Women United! This is a dynamic time for United Way of the Mid-South and we want to include the women business executives, community leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to make a difference in the community. We want to hear from women who know that the Mid-South can do better and be better for women, children, and families.” – Tomeka Hart Wigginton
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City of Memphis Activates Memphis Cares to Provide Food Assistance Following Severe Storms
Up to $100,000 will support residents with the highest need who were hardest hit by power outages MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mayor Paul Young and Memphis City Council Chairwoman Jana Swearengen-Washington today announced Memphis Cares, a partnership between the City administration, Memphis City Council, and...
UWMS Board President, Darrell Cobbins’ Real Estate firm joins global network
By Dima Amro - Reporter, Memphis Business Journal Jan 26, 2026 Photography credit: L.A. Dowell Photography, MBJ A prominent local real estate company joined a global network of real estate firms that is set to help expand its reach and shine a light on Memphis. Universal Commercial Real Estate,...
United Way of the Mid-South Highlights EITC Awareness Day
Tax Credit That Puts Money Back in Working Families’ Pockets In recognition of EITC Awareness Day, United Way of the Mid-South is encouraging eligible workers and families to learn about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)—a federal tax credit that helps millions of low- to moderate-income...
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