Our Mission
Supporting the independence of vulnerable seniors and families in crisis through high-impact programs.
Learn MoreMIFA is proud to serve the Memphis community with a high level of professionalism and service.
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paid shelter or motel nights provided for homeless families
MIFA's senior programs are designed to promote independence, health, and dignity.
MIFA's family programs provide basic services to prevent homelessness, stabilize families, and encourage independence.
From unfair eviction proceedings to landlords who don’t make essential repairs, there is plenty broken about housing in Memphis. To complement our frequent reporting on these subjects, MLK50: Justice T...
Shelby County has a housing shortage, but its strict regulations — rooted in racism — are blocking construction of more. Susie Mitchell always kept coloring books, Barbie dolls, and teddy ...
When Memphis and Shelby County stopped accepting applications for their Emergency Rental Assistance program at August’s end, there was a silver lining for local renters. The State of Tennessee was...
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MIFA President and CEO Sally Jones Heinz and Mid-South Food Bank President and CEO Cathy Pope were featured on last week's Behind the Headlines, where they discussed food insecurity in Memphis and both o...
By Kelli Cook Published: Oct. 31, 2022 at 10:39 PM CDT|Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 10:42 PM CDT MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - If you’re in the market to rent a home, you are well aware of how exp...
At MIFA, we believe everyone deserves independence, dignity, and hope.
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