Memphis, Tenn. – The Memphis Grizzlies Foundation, through MENTOR Memphis Grizzlies (MMG), is celebrating National Mentoring Month with multiple events throughout January, all in an effort to expand quality mentoring opportunities in the Memphis community and connect youth with mentors. MMG, Tennessee State Affiliate of MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership, strives to unite local community organizations and civic leaders to promote, support and advocate for mentoring while providing resources, leadership and training to enhance programs that support youth.
Research shows that mentors play a powerful role in providing young people with the tools to make responsible choices, attend and engage in school and reduce or avoid risky behaviors like drug use. In turn, these young people are:
Volunteer Memphis’ 5th annual MLK Days of Service is now open for registration
In-person and virtual volunteers are needed January 14-18 for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Days of Service.
Credit: Volunteer Memphis Published: 8:41 PM CST January 7, 2021 Updated: 8:52 PM CST January 7, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn Volunteer Memphis is calling for in-person and virtual volunteers to register for its fifth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Days of Service January 14 to 18. Anyone interested can sign-up online using the Volunteer Memphis website at volunteermemphis.org.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Volunteer Memphis is asking that all volunteers adhere to guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by wearing a mask, maintaining social distancing, and following additional guidelines set by their local health departments when volunteering.