Food access
Mobile Food Pantry
Dependable food distributions for seniors, families, and households facing food insecurity.
Serving Whitehaven
Local programs.
Connected impact.
Our services meet immediate needs while creating pathways to health, education, skills, food security, and economic opportunity.
10+Community programs
50,000+Residents reached over time
15+ yearsServing the Memphis area
300+Families in a typical pantry week
Program portfolio
Support built around real community needs.
Urban agriculture
MDA Microgrant Program
A $200,000 2025 initiative for 25 small-scale Shelby County growers, with awards of up to $8,000.
Workforce development
NextGen Builders
Hands-on pathways connecting young people with trades, mentorship, certifications, and employment opportunity.
Youth development
Robotics & STEM
Practical learning that introduces middle- and high-school students to robotics, innovation, and technology.
Local food systems
Urban Farming & The Suq
Agriculture education and a community farmers market supporting local growers, producers, and healthy food access.
Education
Islamic & Academic Learning
Quranic studies, Islamic education, math tutoring, lectures, youth support, and the Chinar Islamic Academy vision.
Wellbeing
Health Workshops
Community health education and connections to trusted local health partners and resources.
Resource navigation
Legal & Civic Connections
Connections to legal-service organizations, literacy programs, technology partners, and other community support.
Community voice
Memphis Clarion Media
MDA's roots in community radio continue through local discussion, public information, and digital media.