Memphis Allies’ Tito Porter and Willie ‘Fresh’ Rodgers receive Gold Kite Awards. It takes a special person to work on the front lines for Memphis Allies. By engaging with people at the highest risk for gun violence, staff members accept several realities.
In the aftermath of the April 9 drive-by shooting at Memphis Allies’ Hickory Hill site, there was an outpouring of support from the community. This started with Memphis Mayor Paul Young, who called within minutes to express his concern.
For Terranze Sharp, the first critical moment arrived at age 15. He grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and was a member of the Gangster Disciples. One day, he found himself facing a choice: What should he do about this grown man who appeared ready to hurt, or even kill, his friend and fellow gang member?
Memphis Allies Stories Not left behind, Calvin Sanford finds his mission as a SWITCH Youth life coach In 2010, Calvin Sanford was staring at a potential 66-year prison sentence...
Memphis Allies announces two leadership promotions As Memphis Allies moves into its third year of providing direct services to those most at risk for gun violence, Executive...
Meet Renardo, a Memphis Allies participant whose story of survival and transformation shows the power of community violence intervention in Memphis, TN.