Core Values .
The Movement
A network of partners committed to the mission of transforming our city through community engagement, support for youth, and fostering healthy families
The Mission
Meet the needs of our youth, our administrators and parents, transforming the dynamics of families and ultimately our city
The Ministry
To be the hands and feet of Christ representing through both love and service.
CCOM Backpack Drive
City Changers of Memphis is making it easy to give: we’ve created a special Amazon link where you can purchase backpacks and supplies that will be shipped directly to us. Every donation helps a child walk into the school year with confidence and helps educators feel supported along the way.
Let’s show up for our city. Let’s make sure they have what they need.
Back To School Tailgate Party
We’re taking the back-to-school party to the next level!
Join us Friday, August 2 from 11 AM to 3 PM at McFarland Community Center for our Back-to-School Tailgate! Whether you’re coming for the free school supplies, the food, the fun, or just the good vibes—we’ve got something for everybody. Bounce houses, music, games, and even a little friendly competition for the best tailgate setup.
Admission is FREE, but make sure you CLICK THE FLYER to grab your tickets or register your crew for the tailgate contest
Campaign .
The ONEthing campaign is a call to action for every individual to contribute towards meaningful change in our city. It's about harnessing the collective power of like-minded citizens who are committed to transformation and lasting impact. Whether it's volunteering time, sharing talents, or contributing financial resources, every effort counts. By each person doing ONEthing, together we can create a ripple effect that drives significant progress and improvement in our community.
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ABOUT US .
City Changers of Memphis (CCOM) was founded by Tara Crawford, a passionate advocate for community development and youth empowerment. Tara’s journey began with her work in City Changers of Memphis from 2003 to 2013, where she created events and programs to uplift the city's most vulnerable citizens. Following a personal family tragedy in 2014, Tara stepped down to support her family and her father's ministry, ultimately becoming the senior leader of Redeemed Empowerment Center, also known as The REC. She developed the FIRE program, which has transformed many lives through emotional healing and dream building. In 2023, as problems among the city's youth continued to grow, Tara relaunched CCOM. In 2024, she met with school administrators, city leaders, and parents to identify community needs, leading to the launch of the ONEthing campaign to mobilize citizens towards collective action for city-wide transformation.
Empower Memphis Together .
City Changers of Memphis is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to transforming Memphis through community engagement, support for youth, and fostering healthy families. Our vision is to create lasting change by empowering individuals to take action, support one another, and build a stronger, more resilient community.