MIFA is proud to serve our neighbors in Memphis and Shelby, Tipton, Fayette, and Lauderdale counties through high-impact programs. See service highlights from FY25 (July 2024-June 2025) below.

MIFA offers a range of services to support families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Complete the online application (scroll down for link), and a staff member will call you the same day …

MIFA provides rent and mortgage assistance to eligible households to help them maintain their housing and avoid eviction, shelter placement for families who do become homeless, and rapid rehousing …

MIFA’s senior programs are designed to promote independence, health, and dignity. Through daily nutrition and social connection, our programs help seniors continue living in their homes, while …

MIFA was founded in 1968. Today, we serve more than 30,000 people annually. MIFA partners with corporations, foundations, congregations and faith groups, donors, and volunteers to support our …

By Ish Bardos, MIFA Communications Officer 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of MIFA Meals on Wheels. That’s five decades of serving vulnerable seniors in our community and providing wellness …

MIFA provides rent and mortgage assistance to eligible households to help them maintain their housing and avoid eviction, shelter placement for families who do become homeless, and rapid rehousing …

MIFA's family programs—Emergency Services, Emergency Shelter Placement, Rapid Rehousing, and the Homeless Hotline—provide basic services to stabilize families.

MIFA delivers about 737,000 meals to 4,400 seniors each year. Some clients receive deliveries at their homes because they are homebound or disabled; others dine at congregate meal sites with other …

A great opportunity for individuals and groups during the holidays—volunteers personalize and address MIFA holiday cards. We need volunteers with excellent handwriting to address cards, but others can …