what memphis needs right now

Let’s be honest. The landscape of Memphis is always changing.

We’ve seen it throughout our history—when the cotton trade built a booming river economy, when Yellow Fever nearly emptied the city and neighbors had to rebuild from scratch, when Beale Street went from decline to revival, when industry left but grit and grind stayed, when FedEx put us on the map in a whole new way.

Memphis has always been in motion. Sometimes the changes are good. Sometimes they’re hard. Most of the time, they’re both.

And while we don’t always know what’s coming, one thing hasn’t changed: 

Memphis needs Memphians.

Not just when things are smooth. Especially when they’re uncertain.

What Does Memphis Need?

We need more leaders.
We need more engagement.
We need neighbors who take care of neighbors.

No one is going to swoop in and fill all the gaps for us. Memphis needs tutors, mentors, coaches, volunteers—folks who love our city and want to pour back into it.

It's Up to Us

No matter what happens, this truth remains: Memphis gets better when we do our part.

So as Memphis continues to change, let it be a reminder—not to wait, not to wonder—but to work together to make Memphis stronger.

Because the story of Memphis has never been written by anyone but Memphians. It’s been written, over and over again, by the people who call this place home.

And that means you.

Looking for More Inspiration?

If you’re looking for a little bit of feel good inspiration, head over to the Choose901 Blog.

That’s where we’re telling the stories of Memphians who are showing up—business owners chasing their dreams, teachers shaping futures, students beating the odds, neighbors caring for neighbors.

Because at the end of the day, Choose901 isn’t just about restaurant roundups or event guides (though those are fun). It’s about being a beacon of light in Memphis.

We exist to lift up local businesses.
To celebrate the unsung heroes.
To shine a spotlight on the people and places making Memphis better.

And sharing good news has never been more important.

So if you’re looking for your next favorite coffee shop—yes, we’ve got you covered. But if you’re looking for proof that Memphis is worth believing in and building up? That’s what Choose901 is really here for.

Join the Movement

Despite the ever changing landscape of the city, it's important to always remember: Memphis isn’t waiting on someone else to fill the gaps. Memphis is counting on us.

Let's show up for Memphis like have been for the past 205 years. Let’s once again be the leaders, the helpers, the storytellers, the builders that our city needs.

Let’s share the good news and be the good news.

Let’s Choose901—together.