Community LIFT, also known as LIFT (Leveraging Investments For Transformation), emerged as the Greater Memphis Neighborhoods (GMN) plan’s driving organization and its top recommendation.

Community LIFT (LIFT), is a nonprofit economic and community development intermediary has been a catalyst for change, working to advance Memphis by enabling the revival of its distressed neighborhoods. They attract national dollars and align them with local resources. Together those investments are strategically distributed in the form of grants to community development corporations and grassroots leaders for maximum impact. LIFT also operates an affiliate organization called River City Capital Investment Corp., which serves as its economic development arm. River City Capital primarily makes loans to spur job creation and better educational outcomes and to increase quality affordable housing.

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Community LIFT

Community LIFT's headquarters in Memphis, TN, United States

Luther Mercer

Michael Cowan

Deveney Perry

Caleb Park

Ben Schulman

Mark Yates

Victoria Young

Andre Gist

Gaylan Fitzpatrick

The Board Members at Community LIFT provide strategic guidance, oversight, and governance to ensure the organization's mission of revitalizing distressed neighborhoods in Memphis is achieved. They play a crucial role in securing funding, fostering community partnerships, and aligning national investments with local resources for maximum impact.

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The Finance and Operations team at Community LIFT, comprising an Operations Manager, Controller, and Accountant, is responsible for managing the organization's financial health and operational efficiency. This team ensures accurate financial reporting, budget management, and compliance with funding requirements, while also optimizing internal processes to support the effective allocation and utilization of resources for community transformation projects.

Finance and Operations

The Leadership Team at Community LIFT is responsible for setting the strategic vision and direction of the organization, ensuring alignment between its economic development initiatives and community needs. They oversee the allocation of resources, foster partnerships with local and national stakeholders, and guide decision-making processes to maximize the impact of investments in distressed neighborhoods. By leveraging both local insights and national funding, the Leadership Team plays a crucial role in driving positive change and revitalization efforts across Memphis.

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Community LIFT

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