community reinvestment grant
We recognize the innovation stemming from dedicated individuals across the city whose mission-driven work brings change, hope and inspiration to the people of Memphis.
To honor our local non-profits and further support their work, archimania offers financial and pro-bono assistance through the Community Reinvestment Grant Program to qualified non-profits organizations based in Memphis and registered with the state of Tennessee as a 501(c)3 or 501(c)6. Grants must address one or more of the following areas: equity, diversity, inclusion, and/or sustainability through design.
black seeds urban farms | 2024 recipient
Black Seeds Urban Farms is a grassroots non-profit organization deeply committed to fostering community resilience and sustainability through urban agriculture initiatives in Memphis, Tennessee. With a mission to empower and encourage communities by sowing seeds of food, health, and wellness, Black Seeds year-round programming addresses food insecurity, promotes environmental stewardship, and empowers residents in the Greenlaw/Uptown community and Memphis at large. The Grant will provide start-up funds and design support to begin the reimagining of the Farm’s front porch to the community, while honoring the historic site and neighborhood in which it serves.
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advance memphis | 2022/2023 recipient
Advance Memphis empowers adults in South Memphis (38126 & 38106) to break cycles of unemployment, establish economic stability, reconcile relationships, and restore dignity through knowledge, resources, and skills. Trauma-informed design has become increasingly important as an estimated 70% of people have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime in the U.S. Principles that require realizing how the physical environment affects identity, worth and dignity, and how it promotes empowerment are helpful insight for informed design. The Grant explored how trauma-informed design can support the emotional and relational well-being of those served.
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arkwings foundation | 2022/2023 recipient
The Arkwings Foundation’s mission is to promote holistic wellness through the arts and self-discovery. Their community activism is being achieved by supporting local artists, hosting The Art Yard, and providing an open space to garden and commune. Their efforts to expand programming aims to include Spanish-speaking residents in the Frayser area, in turn promoting inclusivity and representation for the neighborhood. The Sol Light Studio provides artists and participants the opportunity to connect with nature through an indoor gardening space.
Learn more here.