A look back at Hope for Memphis Fund in 2024
Are you familiar with our Hope for Memphis Fund? It was established at CCF’s founding as a means to support local nonprofit ministries using money from our operational budget surplus. That means when you give through your DAF, you’re also giving back to the city of Memphis! Our goal with the Hope for Memphis Fund is to create more sustainable and effective Christian ministries and leaders who are seeking city-wide transformation. Thanks to your servant heart and willingness to give, the Hope for Memphis Fund was able to grant more than $1 million in 2024! Read on to learn more about how these funds were put to use in our communities.
Children and Youth Services – $147,500
“but Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.’”
– Matthew 19:14 (ESV)
These organizations aim to inspire, motivate and educate the young people of Memphis in hopes of creating city leaders, world changers and Christ-minded individuals. A gift to organizations involved in children and youth services is an investment in the future of our city.
Community Development – $205,000
“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep warm alone? And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken.”
– Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (ESV)
Apart, we may struggle, but together, we are strong. These organizations work in specific parts of the city to cultivate initiatives, provide essential resources and foster a sense of community among residents.
Community Mental Health – $15,000
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
– Isaiah 41:10 (ESV)
Maintaining mental health is a crucial component of your overall wellbeing. These organizations assist Memphians with counseling, therapy and other forms of psychological services.
Education – $122,000
“An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.”
– Proverbs 18:15 (ESV)
It’s never too late to learn. These organizations provide educational services to the people of Memphis, regardless of age or skill level.
Family Services – $25,000
“Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.”
– Colossians 3:20-21 (ESV)
These organizations provide all-encompassing care for families. This can include food and housing assistance, educational services, child care and more.
Housing Services – $119,000
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.”
– Matthew 25:35 (ESV)
Housing is a basic necessity, like food or water. These organizations help unhoused people find shelter and assist in rebuilding dwellings or locating a new place to stay.
Human Services – $227,000
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
– Matthew 5:16 (ESV)
As Christians, we’re called to help our neighbors in need. These organizations provide various common-grace services to residents in underserved communities and areas in Memphis.
Ministry Leadership Development – $50,000
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.”
– James 4:10 (ESV)
Developing strong Christian leaders is the key to creating city-wide transformation. These organizations lift up nonprofits, causes and future leaders to help our city flourish.
Refugee Services – $55,000
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.”
– Hebrews 13:2 (ESV)
These organizations provide essential services to people acclimating to America, including providing English
language and cultural support, providing legal counsel, securing housing and job opportunities, and more.
Religion – $50,000
“What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”
– James 2:14-17 (ESV)
At the heart of Christianity is the need and requirement to evangelize throughout the world. These organizations spread His word through various avenues and aim to bring more people to Christ.