Honors & Achievements
MIFA is proud to serve the Memphis community with a high level of professionalism and service. Over the years, our high-impact programs have received various accolades at the local and national levels. An overview of those achievements is listed below.
2017
CEO Culture of Health—Memphis Business Group on Health
Creating and sustaining a culture of health that promotes the health employees and supports our community's economic vitality.
2016
Healthier Tennessee Workplace—Initial Certification
Active commitment to encouraging healthy behaviors among staff and visitors in an effort to build a healthier Tennessee
2015
SPARK Award
Positive impact in greater Memphis through philanthropic leadership, volunteerism, and activation
2015
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Be the Dream Community Leadership Award
Ongoing commitment to the people of Memphis and its advocacy for equality and empowerment of all citizens
2014
Beacon Award from the Memphis Shelby County Homeless Consortium
Excellence in service to the homeless in our community
2013
Methodist Healthcare Foundation Living Award
Recognition in the category of Community Inspiration in Faith and Health
2012
Meals on Wheels America Magnet Accreditation
Prestigious recognition for MIFA Meals on Wheels for organizational accountability and high standards in program quality, safety and efficiency
2012
Certificate of Recognition from City of Memphis
Outstanding and Meritorious Contribution to Our Community
2011 and 2010
Hope for the Homeless Award from Community Alliance for the Homeless
Extraordinary contribution to Memphis/Shelby County Continuum of Care Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing
2010
Voice of America
National recognition for MIFA Meals on Wheels and Emergency Services
2005
Mayor’s Annual Community Development Award
Outstanding Service – Handyman Program
2004
VOX Award
Excellence in Public Relations – Annual report design/print
2004
City of Memphis and Shelby County Joint Proclamation
To the Senior Companion program for its participants and application of humanitarian principles
2001
Downtown Pioneer Award
In recognition of contributions to Downtown Memphis
2001
Award of Excellence in Renovation—910 Vance Avenue headquarters
From American Institute of Architects
1999
VOX Award
Excellence in Public Relations—Print media/direct mail for No-Go Gala
1999
Best of Hands Award
Outstanding Community Service Organization
1998
Carnival Memphis Award of Excellence
Outstanding Achievement and Service to the Community
1988
U.S. News and World Report
Acclaimed as a national leader in work with Memphis area homeless population.