by twistaff | May 31, 2023 | Food Programs, South Memphis Farmers Market, TWI in the News
The South Memphis Farmers Market kicks off June 29 and will run through Aug. 31. This seasonal farmers market is now heading into its 12th season of creating a consistent access point to fresh produce in the South Memphis neighborhood. Read more at...
by twistaff | May 28, 2023 | Food Programs, Regenerative Initiatives, TWI in the News
“After this is gone, hopefully it’s sustainable, and they learn they can grow,” said Karen Bernard, food program manager at The Works. “They may not know that they had a green thumb.” Read more at dailymemphian.com
by twistaff | May 19, 2023 | Awards, Neighborhood Preservation Inc, TWI in the News
Meet 40 Under 40 honoree Vincent Sawyer, attorney, The Works Inc. Read more at bizjournals.com
by twistaff | May 12, 2023 | Housing, Roshun in the News, TWI in the News
Although the affordable housing trust did receive $7.5 million in ARPA funds through EDGE (via Accelerate Memphis revenue bonds), the City of Memphis’ funding of the trust has not been near enough. And it has lagged behind the funding in peer cities. Read more at...
by twistaff | May 5, 2023 | Awards, Regenerative Initiatives, TWI in the News
The Works recently received a $100,000 grant through American Forests to create an Arboriculture Pre-Employment Curriculum. in Shelby County. The program has far-reaching potential, developing a workforce and maintaining thousands of acres of trees. Read more at...
by twistaff | May 5, 2023 | Awards, TWI in the News
Several awards were given out to local leaders who the group says work to make an impact in the community. Read more at localmemphis.com