Memphis Music Initiative

Check out the special events, concerts, and tours up for auction at our Change for the Culture Community Kickoff! Click through for all the details, including how to start bidding. 🛎️ Don’t miss out—see you on October 20! https://buff.ly/3ZJ4L6E Big thanks to the Orpheum Theatre, Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, WYXR, the Stax Museum, the Overton Park Shell, and City Brews Tours! #MemphisIsMusic #25x25 #SilentAuction #SupportYouthArts #MemphisEvents #CommunityKickoff #MemphisCulture #ChangeForTheCulture

We're less than one week away from the Change for the Culture Community Kickoff! On Sunday, October 20, join MMI and our 25x25 partner arts organizations at 126 Beale St. for an afternoon of live music, giveaways, food trucks, a silent auction, and good vibes. This event is free to attend! Come kick it with us. https://buff.ly/3UaAtGd Learn more about MMI's mission to raise $25 million for our partners by the end of 2025 at memphis25x25.org. #MemphisIsMusic #25x25 #ChangefortheCulture #Memphisevents #MemphisTN #Fundraising #Philanthropy #DisruptivePhilanthropy #Memphis25x25 #NonprofitOrganization

We’ve got some fantastic goods and services up for auction at our upcoming Change for the Culture Community Kickoff. Every bid helps support youth arts in Memphis. RSVP to stay updated on the auction, live performances, food trucks, and more. See you October 20? https://buff.ly/3Y1LM5O Browse the full list of auction items and start bidding: https://buff.ly/3ZJ4L6E Thank you Flow & Glow Wellness, Freeman Photography, UNAPOLOGETIC. x the Memphis Grizzlies, Urban Indulgence, and Belltower Coffee! #MemphisIsMusic #25x25 #SilentAuction #SupportYouthArts #MemphisEvents #CommunityKickoff #MemphisCulture #ChangeForTheCulture

Exciting news! 🎉 VIP tickets ($25) for Memphis Music Initiative's Change for the Culture celebration are available now! Join us on October 20 as a VIP and enjoy special perks including: 🎟️ Two complimentary drink tickets 🎁 Exclusive thank-you gift 🎉 VIP button to show your support for Memphis' creative youth! Support Black-led youth arts organizations while celebrating with the community. Get your VIP tickets here ➡️ https://buff.ly/3ZVUa8p #MMI25x25 #CommunitySupport #BlackYouthArts #VIPExperience #MemphisEvents #MemphisIsMusic #DisruptivePhilanthropy

We’re excited to announce museum passes up for bid at our Change for the Culture Community Kickoff! These amazing partners are helping us raise funds to support youth arts organizations in Memphis. RSVP to stay tuned as we share more auction items, info on our live performances, food trucks, and giveaways. See y'all there? https://buff.ly/3Y1LM5O Check out the full list of auction items (and start bidding!) at https://buff.ly/3ZJ4L6E #MemphisIsMusic #25x25 #SilentAuction #SupportYouthArts #MemphisEvents #CommunityKickoff #MuseumPasses #MemphisCulture #ChangeForTheCulture

🎶 Your Voice, Your Future 🎶 Change starts with action. With the election around the corner, we’re spotlighting the importance of voting in shaping the future of our city and beyond. In his video, MMI Works intern Davean shares why he’s voting this year: to fight for justice reform and an end to police brutality. For him, voting is about making sure the voices of those who demand change are heard. Get ready to use your voice at the polls this November. Election Day is November 5, but the deadline to register is Monday, October 7! Check your registration status at https://buff.ly/3u5Sj0C 🗳️ #YourVoteYourFuture #VoteTN #CivicAction #MemphisYouthVote #GetOutTheVote #Election2024 #MemphisIsMusic #FutureCreators #CreativeLiberation #MMIWorks

🎤 Your Voice, Your Future 🎤 As we approach the upcoming election, we’re amplifying the voices of our MMI Works interns, like Tanaya, who’s dedicated to making a difference in her community by voting this November. Remember, your vote is more than just a choice—it’s your way to shape the future. The deadline to register to vote is October 7, so make sure you're ready to make your voice count! 🗳️ Learn how at https://buff.ly/2pgmj7d #YourVoteYourFuture #VoteTN #CivicAction #MemphisYouthVote #GetOutTheVote #Election2024 #MemphisIsMusic #FutureCreators #CreativeLiberation #MMIWorks #MemphisIsMusic

In honor of National Self-Care Awareness Month, we’re continuing our wellness shorts series with Brianna Harrington, our Grantmaking and Capacity Building Program Manager. This latest video focuses on managing burnout, offering practical strategies to protect your energy as you work. These tips are inspired by our Black Rest Matters initiative, which highlights the importance of rest as a form of resistance. At MMI, we know that taking care of ourselves is essential to sustaining the work we do on behalf of Memphis youth and communities. Take a moment to watch and reflect on how self-care can fuel your professional and personal growth. #NationalSelfCareAwarenessMonth #BurnoutPrevention #WellnessTips #BlackRestMatters #NonprofitLeadership #WorkLifeBalance #RestIsResistance #NonprofitWellness #ProfessionalGrowth #SelfCareForNonprofits #MMI #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfCareInspiration

Earlier this month, a few of our MMI Works interns visited the office to share insights from their summer experience and lead our team through a fun creative exercise. 💡 They taught us how to storyboard music video concepts—everything from selecting the perfect soundtrack to identifying key scenes that bring the story to life. Then, they unveiled the music videos they’ve been working on all summer. 🎶 Check them out on our YouTube channel: https://buff.ly/4eCNVuu It’s inspiring to witness the next generation of Memphis creatives in action, shaping not only their future but also the culture of our city! #TBT #MMIWorks #MemphisIsMusic #SummerInternship #CreativeYouth #MusicVideoStoryboards #YouthArtists #MemphisMusicScene #FutureOfCreativity #BehindTheScenes #MusicAndMedia #MMIExperience #YouthInMedia #NextGenCreatives #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureLeaders #CreativeDevelopment #MemphisMusicCulture

🎶 Your Voice, Your Future 🎶 In this video, Jonyia, one of our 2024 MMI Works interns, shares why she is excited to vote when she turns 18. She wants to create a better America for future generations; voting will give her a direct hand in choosing who will fight for that future. Check out Jonyia’s message, and get ready to cast your vote! 🗳️ The deadline to register is October 7. Learn how at https://buff.ly/2pgmj7d #YourVoteYourFuture #VoteTN #CivicAction #MemphisYouthVote #GetOutTheVote #Election2024 #MemphisIsMusic #FutureCreators #CreativeLiberation #MMIWorks #MemphisIsMusic