by twistaff | Jun 1, 2023 | Community Engagement, Regenerative Initiatives, TWI in the News, Washington Bottoms
On Sunday, June 4th, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., guests will get to see 13 gardens, including Sallie Hillard Park, the Buddhist Temple Garden, and Washington Bottoms Community Garden Trails. While guests are encouraged to visit the Works Urban Farm (WUF) which grows vegetables...
by twistaff | May 31, 2023 | Housing, TWI in the News
“One thing: we have a lot of land,” said Roshun Austin, the President and CEO of The Works Inc., “We have a relatively low cost of living and with such a significant Black population, it’s important we focus on increasing opportunities.” Read more at...
by twistaff | May 31, 2023 | Community Engagement, Regenerative Initiatives, TWI in the News, Washington Bottoms
As part of the Experience Memphis Gardens event, which “immerses gardeners, farmers, and lovers of green in a feast of botanical brilliance,” the Evergreen neighborhood and Washington Bottoms will be hosting their tours this Sunday, June 4 from 10am to 3pm. Read more...
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
by twistaff | Apr 26, 2023 | Community Engagement, Renaissance Pocket Park, TWI in the News
On Saturday, April 1 at the Renaissance Pocket Park located at the Renaissance at Steele Apartments, 1471 Mississippi Boulevard, The Works, Inc. hosted their second annual Spring Fling Event to celebrate Easter and bring the community together. The festive party...
