Historic Clayborn Temple

This month is Black Philanthropy Month (BPM)! About Give 8/28: This is a national, focused day of giving that builds on the momentum of BPM, celebrated annually in August. It is a month-long social action campaign designed to inform, inspire, and invest in Black philanthropic and funding equity. We are proud to be part of the movement and to?spotlight organizations in the Mid-South that directly impact the lives of the Black community.?

It's Black Philanthropy Month! Give 8/28 is a national, focused day of giving that builds on the momentum of Black Philanthropy Month (BPM), celebrated annually in August. It is a month-long social action campaign designed to inform, inspire, and invest in Black philanthropic and funding equity. We are proud to be part of the movement and to spotlight organizations in the Mid-South that directly impact the lives of the Black community.?

Since this Nonprofit Quarterly article came out, we've have some incredible wins for Historic Clayborn Temple, including a $2.5M Community Projects Award from Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN 9th District). We are grateful to the significant support from folks like him, Mayor Lee Harris, Shelby County, and local foundations to this important restoration project. https://lnkd.in/gJndNBsj

Thank you to Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) for your unwavering support and dedication to Historic Clayborn Temple. . . . $2,500,000 has been awarded to the Historic Clayborn Temple Restoration Project! This incredible federal support will allow us to continue to honor the legacy of our 130-year-old site, which played a pivotal role in the 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike and the “I AM A MAN” campaign. Additionally, this restoration project will eliminate significant blight in Memphis’s downtown corridor and pave the way for restorative economics in Memphis and Shelby County. We are grateful for this opportunity to preserve our history and empower our community. Stay tuned for updates on these exciting projects! https://lnkd.in/gTWPZRmA

CFA is pleased to partner with Historic Clayborn Temple, which advances human connection through storytelling, engagement, and practice inspired by the participants of the 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike. #philanthropy #visionary #nonprofits #communityimpact #bettertogether #artsandculture #memphis

???? In honor of Juneteenth, we're reaching out to all our Black, Memphis-based entrepreneurs. ?? Our groundbreaking research survey focused on Black Entrepreneurship and spearheaded by The Wallace Foundation, The BIG We, and Sankofa Research Institute is underway. https://lnkd.in/gHVh_YdU We are giving away $100 in gift cards EVERY WEEK to those who complete the survey. Gift cards can be used at amazing local Black businesses in Memphis, such as: Muggin Coffeehouse cxffeeblack Graffiti Nail Bar Eggsactly Memphis David Quarles’s IV by David Art House Café Butterific Bakery Slutty Salsa Brain Food Mahogany Memphis LLC Plant Based Heat Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria Dos Hermanos Cafe Makeda’s Cafe Noir Dr. Beans Coffee and Tea Emporium Park+Cherry We Tight Knit Complete the survey ASAP and support our community! The survey closes on June 30th, so don't miss out. Your insights matter! ???? #Juneteenth #BlackEntrepreneurs #Memphis #ResearchSurvey #WallaceFoundation #BIGWe #SankofaResearchInstitute #GiftCardGiveaway #SupportLocal #WeeklyPrizes

This week, we lost a giant in the struggle for justice and equality, Reverend James Lawson Jr. Reverend Lawson was a leading activist and tactician of nonviolence during the Civil Rights Movement, whose influence shaped the course of history. Reverend Lawson conducted numerous training workshops in conjunction with the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), imparting the theory, philosophy, and tactics of nonviolent direct action. His teachings were deeply influenced by the ideals of pacifism championed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., advocating for nonviolence as a powerful response to racial segregation and discrimination. His students went on to participate in pivotal campaigns such as the Freedom Rides, the March on Washington, Freedom Summer, and the Children's Crusade. After his expulsion, Rev. Lawson relocated to Memphis in 1962, where he became pastor of Centenary Methodist Church. He continued his activism, playing a significant role during the 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike. As chairman of the strike committee, he co-founded the Committee on the Move to Equality (COME), demonstrating his unwavering commitment to justice and equality. Reverend James Lawson Jr.'s legacy is one of courage, wisdom, and relentless dedication to nonviolence. His teachings and actions have left an indelible mark on the Civil Rights Movement and continue to inspire generations. As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate a life devoted to the fight for a more just and equitable world. Rest in peace, Reverend James Lawson Jr. Your spirit and contributions will forever live on in the hearts of those who continue to strive for justice. #CivilRightsMovement #NonviolentActivism #LegacyOfCourage #ReverendJamesLawsonJr

Proud to see Historic Clayborn Temple + Brooke Sarden’s Six Word Story About Building Beloved Community front and center. ??????

Lonnie Robinson's recent interview on The Daily Memphian On the Record revealed his heartfelt dedication to his work on Historic Clayborn Temple's stained glass windows. His desire to pay tribute to the people depicted in the portraits shines through each meticulously crafted pane. Listen to the full interview at https://lnkd.in/eZiEzwBK #ClaybornTemple #StainedGlassWindows #PreservationMonth

Thank you Carla Dartis for honoring the legacy of Historic Clayborn Temple with powerful words. #MemphisHistory #ClaybornTemple