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Sports
October 31, 2022

Why Sports?

Since 1998, MAM has used sports, like that which showcases a compound bow case, to draw youth into our neighborhood centers. Thousands of youth have been impacted by our sports programming over the years. In addition to the obvious physical benefits, sports also promote mental, social, and emotional health among…
Success Stories
July 15, 2022

MAM Coaches are Making an Impact

Oveira (pictured far right), Youth participant at MAM Leawood: 2012-2022 Oveira, part-time coach at MAM Leawood: Summer 2022 “ I was impacted by a coach in a way that I never thought I could be. She really opened up her heart to me, and I was able to be vulnerable…
In The NewsSuccess StoriesVideo
June 22, 2022

15-year-old hits the sweet spot through her small business with the help of Memphis Athletic Ministries

Article written by: Zaria Oates Find original article here. MAM helps students find their identity in Christ and purpose in the community through athletic and mentorship programs, encouraging students to chase their dreams. https://youtu.be/phbJBt09efg MEMPHIS, Tenn. — 15-year-old Ramiya Moore started her small business, Sugar Land Treats, when she was…
Community InvolvementVolunteers
April 28, 2022

Volunteer Appreciation Week

MAM celebrated our volunteers during the week of April 17-23 for volunteer appreciation week! We are extremely thankful for all volunteers who choose to spend their time hanging out with MAM youth, supporting staff, or helping to enhance our sites through cleaning, outdoor work, or even renovations. Following a break…
FaithTestimony
April 14, 2022

Calviana’s Story

Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:17 Entering into middle school, Calviana began questioning God. She started to see Him as controlling, manipulative, and toxic – someone who came with a lot of “rules to follow.” Already having people like this in her life,…
Events
April 13, 2022

Next Stop: College

While many young people went on a vacation or spent time relaxing at home over spring break, forty-three high school students boarded a bus to visit multiple colleges across the state of Tennessee. Within this group were youth from MAM and Refugee Empowerment Program (REP).  MAM youth outside of the…