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SunTrust, MIFA host estate planning seminar
February 7 event will feature Robert F. Sharpe, Jr. and provide 1.5 CLE credits
Monday, January 30
MIFA announcement
MIFA program places students on college path
COOL offers mentoring and college prep for at-risk teens
Monday, January 16, 2012
The Commercial Appeal
MIFA celebrates Martin Luther King Day
Free public event set for January 16
Monday, December 19, 2011
MIFA announcement
MIFA to be recognized during "12 Days of Giving"
Mayor's campaign highlights nonprofit agencies
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
MIFA announcement
MIFA bricks at Pyramid to be removed
Tribute bricks, placed in 1991, are not salvageable
September 12, 2011
MIFA announcement
Volunteers needed at MIFA for Ombudsman program
September 1 is application deadline
August 1, 2011
MIFA press release
Recent local scam involves utility assistance
Perpetrator posed as MIFA employee
July 18, 2011
MIFA press release
Thomas Kinkade gallery event to benefit Presley Place
Giveaway of limited edition canvas at August 13 event
July 13, 2011
MIFA press release
MIFA presents five free programs on world religion
One Light, Many Colors series begins Tuesday, July 21
July 8, 2011
MIFA press release
Garden blessing open to public
Community is invited to attend on July 13 at 6:30 p.m.
July 7, 2011
MIFA announcement
Family housing program in jeopardy
Emergency Housing Partnership faces budget cuts
April 21, 2011
Candice Ludlow, WKNO-FM
COOL students receive honors
Kiyah Anderson and Brandon Morris receive MCS William H. Sweet Awards
April 6, 2011
MIFA announcement
MIFA's Day of Reflection to honor MLK legacy
Event to be held on Saturday, April 2
April 1, 2011
Aisling Maki, The Daily News
MIFA salutes volunteers at Day of Reflection and Service
ServiceMaster to conduct life skills training
March 2, 2011
MIFA press release
Student oratorical contest winners announced
Kiyah Anderson to deliver keynote address at MIFA event on April 2
March 1, 2011
MIFA announcement
Sally Jones Heinz is new executive director of MIFA
Heinz succeeds Margaret Craddock
February 10, 2011
MIFA press release
U of M students put an end to board-em
Artistic board-up project fights the blight
February 1, 2011
The Daily Helmsman
Volunteers needed at MIFA for Ombudsman program
Training scheduled for March 1 - 3
January 31, 2011
MIFA press release
nexAir donates to MIFA's Meals on Wheels program
Local distributor presents check at MIFA headquarters
January 27, 2011
nexAir video
Medtronic supports MIFA with $75,000 grant
Three-year grant supports Emergency Services program
January 17, 2011
MIFA press release
Haslam spends day of service with MIFA
Governor Haslam joins AC Wharton at MLK Day program
January 17, 2011
My Fox Memphis
Estate planning seminar slated for February 3
Partnership of SunTrust, Memphis Bar Association & MIFA
January 4, 2011
MIFA press release
MIFA delivers Christmas Day Meals on Wheels
Experience is heartwarming for volunteers
December 25, 2010
ABC24.com
MIFA to host Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration
Annual celebration to feature Bishop Stephens and oratorical contest finalists
December 15, 2010
MIFA press release
U of M Muslim students support MIFA's MIFAST program
Fast-a-Thon supports MIFA's fasting initiative
December 3, 2010
MIFA announcement
Faith in Memphis: MIFA director translates intentions to service
Margaret Craddock steps down as MIFA executive director
November 7, 2010
David Waters, The Commercial Appeal
MIFA's thrift store ends 16-year run
MIFA couldn't continue subsidizing store while focusing on main missions
October 31, 2010
Michael Lollar, The Commercial Appeal
Volunteer effort for MIFA helps Aramark get employees together
75 Memphis-area Aramark employees completed projects last week
October 19, 2010
Toby Sells, The Commercial Appeal
MIFA Love Caps celebrates 20 years
Program provides handmade caps and lap robes for those in need
October 13, 2010
MIFA announcement
Lovell joins nexAir as CFO, general counsel
MIFA board member Milton Lovell featured in The Daily News
October 1, 2010
Richard J. Alley, The Daily News
Billy Ayers reveled in building starter houses for first-time homebuyers
MIFA and Memphis lose a generous friend
August 26, 2010
Jody Callahan, The Commercial Appeal
Something Good in Memphis listed among positive, active campaigns
CA guest columnist challenges Memphians to affect change
August 4, 2010
Cynthia Ham, The Commercial Appeal
MIFA hosts Diversity Memphis' Freeland Camp
Week-long camp offers students opportunity to work together
July 29, 2010
MIFA announcement
Neighborhood canvas
MIFA Handyman hopes to change the faces of vacant homes
July 23, 2010
Mary Cashiola, The Memphis Flyer
Hurting economy generates ‘new clientele’ for social service agencies
MIFA Emergency Services among the programs helping people out
July 22, 2010
Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell, Tri-State Defender
Students attend Governor's School
MIFA COOL's Jacquelyn Ramirez of Hollis F. Price H.S. among participants
July 21, 2010
Rita Mitchell, The Commercial Appeal
Seniors helping seniors honored
Senior Companions honored during a special MIFA luncheon
June 10, 2010
from My Fox Memphis
Thrift scores at the new MIFA Store
Kerry of I Love Memphis stops by to shop
June 7, 2010
from I Love Memphis blog
Local photographer features MIFA community garden
Amie Vanderford photographs MIFA/Lindenwood project
June 1, 2010
Photography by Amie Vanderford
Ministerial moments: With "love for the people"
Rev. Walter Peggs and Fullview Baptist Church support MIFA, others
May 13, 2010
Tri-State Defender Online
Please join MIFA Meals for an open house on May 20
Volunteers, supporters, and friends invited for refreshments, entertainment, tours
May 12, 2010
MIFA announcement
Kroger fights hunger with $10,000 grant to MIFA
Kroger Foundation supports MIFA for the third consecutive year
April 23, 2010
MIFA press release
Increasing number of urban gardens taking root in Memphis
MIFA among organizations with new community gardens
April 23, 2010
Christine Arpe Gang, The Commercial Appeal
Memphis teeming with opportunities to give back
Volunteer efforts make a difference
April 11, 2010
Alissa Schild, The Commercial Appeal
Census numbers help fund senior programs
MIFA encourages everyone to fill out census forms
April 8, 2010
Melissa Moon, WREG-TV
Advocate who helped lead MIFA dies at 72
Bob Dempsey was committed to social change in an era that demanded it
March 19, 2010
Kevin McKenzie, The Commercial Appeal
Local electrical company gives back with food drive
Above and Beyond Electric collects for MIFA
February 23, 2010
From PRWeb
MIFA’s Charlie Nelson among finalists for Ruby R. Wharton Award
Finalists recognized at February 14 event
February 15, 2010
MIFA announcement
SunTrust and MIFA offer estate planning seminar
Scheduled for February 4 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at The University Club
January 15, 2010
MIFA press release
Students inspire MIFA pledge
BRIDGES Future Builders created an interactive plan to help MIFA become greener
December 31, 2009
My Life, The Commercial Appeal
MIFA celebrates Martin Luther King Day
MIFA to hold birthday celebration on Monday, January 18, 2010
December 21, 2009
MIFA press release
Ranks of the needy are growing in the Memphis area
Middle-class clients among those to seek aid, agencies say
December 21, 2009
Linda A. Moore, The Commercial Appeal
"We Care" set to foster unity and mobilize Memphis for positive action
Three-day public rally includes prayer, food and blood drives, fundraising
December 18, 2009
MIFA press release
MIFA unveils new resource guide
Congregational Resource Guide enumerates MIFA's services for families in crisis
November 12, 2009
Wiley Henry, Tri-State Defender
MIFA launches clergy roundtable discussions
First meeting slated for Nov. 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Christ Missionary Baptist Church
November 6, 2009
MIFA announcement
Discovery 901: MIFA
MIFA has mended a community of broken hearts - one door at a time
November 1, 2009
Amanda Woods and Terre Gorham, Memphis Downtowner Magazine
St. Agnes students help beautify MIFA
Fifth and sixth graders plant flowers as a part of the "Take Pride" program
October 29, 2009
The Commercial Appeal
Love caps knits comfort for the community
Annual celebration at First Baptist nets 2,500 caps for MIFA clients
October 19, 2009
MIFA announcement
Volunteers needed for MIFA Ombudsman program
Ombudsman volunteers advocate for the rights of nursing home residents
September 22, 2009
MIFA press release
Service first: nonprofit orgs struggle to balance client needs with funding shortages
MIFA Meals among highlighted programs
September 14, 2009
Tom Wilemon, The Daily News
Benchmark Brands celebrates 20th anniversary
MIFA is among FootSmart's annual beneficiaries
August 24, 2009
Benchmark Brands, Inc. press release, PRNewswire
Starry Nights aglow again
The holiday light show formerly organized by MIFA will return this year!
July 31, 2009
Lela Garlington, The Commercial Appeal
Raines recognized for real estate practice
Long-time MIFA supporter honored
July 23, 2009
The Daily News
Food Bank running low after storm
MIFA assists more than 250 families waiting for MLGW to restore power
June 16, 2009
Lauren Johnson, Fox 13
Area still charitable
Memphians help groups as giving drops around the nation
June 13, 2009
Lindsay Melvin,
The Commercial Appeal
Exxon team gives MIFA a hand
Volunteer group has supported MIFA for 26 years
May 29, 2009
The Commercial Appeal
Don't go there
MIFA holds 22nd annual No-Go Gala
May 28, 2009
Susan Ellis,
The Memphis Flyer
SPEAK! Creative specializes in nonprofit website needs
New web design boosts MIFA's online giving
May 18, 2009
Tom Wilemon,
The Daily News
Window works benefit MIFA
Graham's Lighting hosts event
May 15, 2009
The Commercial Appeal
Conference will help nonprofits work smarter, survive recession
MIFA attends Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence conference
April 30, 2009
Lindsay Melvin,
The Commercial Appeal
MIFA honors its volunteers
Tenth annual Day of Reflection and Service, sponsored by ServiceMaster
April 19, 2009
The Commercial Appeal
Passion to serve
ServiceMaster, employees earn praise from MIFA program it helps sponsor
April 17, 2009
Richard J. Alley, Corporate Giving story for
The Commercial Appeal
Lindsey students use spring break to serve the needy
Lindsey Wilson College Students serve Memphis through MIFA
March 31, 2009
from
The Adair Progress, Columbia, Kentucky
Jefferson Awards cite exceptional volunteers
MIFA Meals volunteer Lee McWaters among those honored
April 1, 2009
Christopher Conley,
The Commercial Appeal
No minuses for Plus-1
MIFA supporter dispels concerns over Plus-1 program
April 1, 2009
Margaret Burnett, in
The Commercial Appeal's Letters section
MIFA to hold 'MIFAST' to bring attention to hunger
Ignoring the nagging grumbles of an empty stomach to focus the mind on prayer and reflection is a practice that connects people of faith from Buddhists to Baptists.
March 19, 2009
Lindsay Melvin,
The Commercial Appeal
MIFA to host Mayors for Meals Day March 18!
Several local officials will serve their constituents in an extraordinary way.
March 12, 2009
MIFA press release
Restaurants team up for MIFA's March for Meals!
You can support March for Meals by dining out in March
March 2, 2009
featured in
The Commercial Appeal and
The Best Times
MIFA Store featured on Andy Wise: Stand Your Ground!
MIFA Store praised as a model for second-hand shops!
March 2, 2009
Action News 5 at 10 p.m.
MIFA receives $10K grant from MGM
MGM Mirage Voice Foundation provides for MIFA Life Skills Institute for two consecutive years
February 19, 2009
from
The Daily News
Oratorical finalists
MIFA narrows search for keynote speaker to 25 city and county high school students
February 6, 2009
from
The Commercial Appeal
UPS Foundation Awards MIFA $10K
The UPS Foundation has awarded the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association a $10,000 grant.
February 6, 2009
from
The Daily News
SunTrust and MIFA Offer Estate Planning Seminar
Seminar to take place on February 5 at 4 p.m.
February 5, 2009
MIFA press release
Coffee break: MIFA updates website
The Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association has a revamped Web site, funded by the Memphis office of Morgan Stanley.
January 3, 2008
from
The Commercial Appeal
Zeal on wheels
For some, toting MIFA meals is a Christmas Day tradition
December 26, 2008
Carla Underwood,
The Commercial Appeal
Giving gets easy with new technology
MIFA launches new website to increase web presence
December 23, 2008
Lauren Lee, Fox Channel 13
MIFA clients to benefit from utility match announced by Governor
Temple Israel makes first donation to be matched
December 22, 2008
MIFA press release
Grizzlies 2008 Holiday Toy Drive
Join the Memphis Grizzlies in making the holiday season brighter for many Mid-South children with your donation of new, unwrapped toys at the Grizzlies Annual Holiday Toy Drive.
December 15, 2008
from Memphis Grizzlies
Editorial: Economic ills, rising needs
A drop-off in donations can be expected, but there are generous gestures, too, during times of recession.
December 3, 2008
from The Commercial Appeal
Mid-Southerners come to aid of less fortunate, even during tough times
A few weeks ago, Salvation Army leaders were worried that this holiday season would be a less than merry one...
November 30, 2008
by Linda Moore, The Commercial Appeal
Grizzlies get behind mentors; $275,000 in grants awarded to local nonprofits
Other groups that received grants included the Memphis Leadership Foundation, Memphis Food Bank, Church Health Center, Exchange Club Family Center, ArtsMemphis, MIFA, The Leadership Academy and The Works, Inc.
November 12, 2008
by Jim Masilak,
The Commercial Appeal
Fate intervened to help write MIFA's 40-year history of service
In MIFA's kitchen, a worker wearing a hairnet places a beef patty into what looks like a TV dinner tray...
September 14, 2008
by Wendi Thomas,
The Commercial Appeal
Alexander says we must find best way to address high gas and energy costs
Joins Mayor Wharton, Congressman Steve Cohen and Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association in discussing ways to help Memphis families with lower incomes.
August 8, 2008
from Senator Alexander's webpage