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]]>“At Wells Fargo, we are committed to the communities we serve through our volunteerism and corporate philanthropy. Our team members are excited to support United Way of the Mid-South and volunteer in the City of Memphis, bringing their passion and helping those where they live and work,” said Wells Fargo Advisors Complex Manager Ari Litvin.
The day will start with a kick-off rally at 7:30 a.m. at the Pipkin Building (940 Early Maxwell Blvd.). Volunteers will be welcomed by City of Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland, receive breakfast and t-shirts and be motivated by the Orange Mound Energizers before embarking on a meaningful day of service.
- 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.: A New Century of Service Kickoff at the Pipkin Building
- 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.: Volunteers drive themselves to the project sites
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Volunteers participate in service projects
United Way and Volunteer Odyssey have partnered on four projects to offer hands-on volunteer experiences for participants. These volunteer opportunities are open to the community and volunteers are needed. The four projects include:
- River Front Painting – In partnership with the Memphis River Parks Partnership, volunteers will assist in painting the rails that line the Mississippi River parks to beautify the river front.
- River Front Cleanup with Clean Memphis – Volunteers will pick up litter that has been left behind as the Mississippi River recedes. This is important to keep our city and environment clean, as well as to keep litter from entering our waterways and ending up in the ocean.
Tires to Trails – Tire Clean-Up – Memphis City Beautiful and the City of Memphis have partnered with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation to bring a three-mile long walking and biking trail to T.O. Fuller State Park. The trail will be made up of more than 40,000 tires that will be collected from around the Memphis community, and when it is complete, it will be one of the longest porous trails in the world. This collection day will take place at one of eight collection sites around the city.
- Meal Packing at the Mid-South Food Bank – Volunteers will sort and package donated goods in order to support the Food Bank’s mission of eliminating hunger in the Mid-South.
To sign up for any of these projects, visit: https://wearememphis.com/a-new-century-of-service
About United Way of the Mid-South
For over 95 years, United Way of the Mid-South has brought the time, talents and treasures of citizens together so individuals and families in need can enjoy a better quality of life. We do this by being the leading catalyst in stimulating support and services for individuals and families as they progress from poverty to prosperity. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, United Way serves an eight-county region which includes Shelby, Fayette, Tipton and Lauderdale counties in Tennessee; Desoto, Tate and Tunica counties in Mississippi; and Crittenden county in Arkansas. The mission of United Way is to improve the quality of life for Mid-Southerners by mobilizing and aligning community resources to address priority issues. We strive to advance people from where they are to where they dream to be by addressing the building blocks for success–education, financial stability and health. To learn more, please visit www.uwmidsouth.org.
About Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.9 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo’s vision is to satisfy our customers’ financial needs and help them succeed financially. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through 7,700 locations, more than 13,000 ATMs, the internet (wellsfargo.com) and mobile banking, and has offices in 33 countries and territories to support customers who conduct business in the global economy. With approximately 262,000 team members, Wells Fargo serves one in three households in the United States. Wells Fargo & Company was ranked No. 26 on Fortune’s 2018 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories.
About Volunteer Odyssey
Volunteer Odyssey is a one-stop shop for meaningful volunteer opportunities in Memphis. With our VolunteerCompass platform, we connect volunteers to their ideal volunteer experiences in the Memphis area based on their interests, skills, or neighborhood. We also provide the software that our nonprofit partners use to recruit volunteers and track their impact. Our work creates effective nonprofits, empowered citizens, and revitalized communities. Join us in making Memphis a leader in volunteerism.
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Beale Street in Memphis is one of the best-known and most historic streets in all the United States. The history of the street dates back to the founding of the city, and yet the future will continue on with its legacy. One Beale looks to bring new opportunity to the city while transforming the Memphis skyline.
One Beale will transform more than 5.5 riverfront acres into a multi-use development. This development will cost an estimated $225 million with the first half of this getting underway in 2019. The building will host the Hyatt Centric hotel, residential space, plus additional retail and office opportunities for the growing community.
Central Station
Central Station has long been a staple in the South Main District. However, in previous years, the building fell on harder times. That is why the new development is so exciting. With a $55 million budget, the new Central Station will be completely renovated, bringing in a boutique hotel plus commercial space.
Memphis is quickly becoming known as the epicenter of small business. Those with a dream of a startup or small business are coming to Memphis thanks to what the city has to offer, both in its desirable tax configuration (plus the lack of a state income tax) and the talent pool located here. Central Station will once again be a beacon in its district.
Mississippi River Park
Fourth Bluff and Memphis River Parks Partnership are working to beautify the park space, with the hope of offering outdoor lovers additional features to help maximize their time while in the park. There will be outdoor space, perfect for picnics and gatherings outside. There will be new walking, hiking and biking trails along the river, not to mention buildings to host small-scale events (because sometimes it’s best to get out of the office and take in the natural surroundings of Memphis). With these renovations underway, 2019 will be an exciting year for lovers of the park.
Activities and events
There are a number of activities and events planned for the coming months (with more to be announced) to celebrate the Memphis Bicentennial. The Memphis in May International Festival is in its 42nd year, and it will bring the world to the city, as everything from unique activities to new museum exhibits will go on display for the event. Additionally, make sure to check out the Birth of Bluff City at local Memphis libraries (starting March 23), the 2019 Beale Street Music Festival (May 3 to May 5) and a Taste of Memphis (April 18).
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]]>This celebration, taking place on May 25th, promises to be one of the highlights of 2019 for those living and visiting Memphis. May is just around the corner, and it’s good to know what to expect as preparations are being made for what is a year-long celebration of the founding of the city. Here are some of the things that have taken place leading up to the big 200th birthday celebration and some of the things you should expect from the Memphis bicentennial celebration.
Events leading up to the May 22 celebration
This year-round celebration has focused on the history, culture, arts, music, sports and food that have all been a part of forming the city’s identity. It grew from a planned city on the banks of the Mississippi River to a fast-growing cultural and population center of 652,000 residents. The city has maintained many of its old traditions while embracing the advances and technologies of modern living to become the thriving metropolis that it is today.
Some of the events that have taken place or are going on prior to May 22 include those that celebrate every aspect of Memphis life. One example is the Pink Palace Family of Museum exhibit entitled, “Making Memphis: 200 Years of Community,” which celebrates the stories of the past, present and future of the city. Other events leading up to the big day include the 2019 Memphis in May International Festival Honors Memphis, a 42-year event celebrating the cultures of 38 countries in the world, and A Taste of Memphis culinary event scheduled in April.
What to expect from the May 22 Memphis bicentennial celebration
May 22, 2019 is a date you should mark on your calendar and make plans to be in the city for a celebration to end all celebrations. The Memphis bicentennial celebration is scheduled to be held as a limited-seating large gala with dinner and entertainment. All 200 years that have formed the history of the city will be celebrated. The event will serve as the kickoff for the city’s bicentennial summer.
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