In 2002, Oasis of Hope began partnering with a forgotten neighborhood north of downtown. Few Memphis communities have faced harder times. Crime rates, economic decline, and infant mortality are among the highest in the country … education, employment, and annual income, among the lowest. This is the area made infamous by the rap lyrics from Three 6 Mafia:
It doesn’t happen overnight, but today hope is spreading across this community in North Memphis. Thanks to God and the genuine efforts of many people, life-on-life relationships are being built. Oasis of Hope is changing hearts and lives by creating an “oasis” in the center of an urban neighborhood. Hundreds of volunteers, supporters and neighborhood families are helping to demonstrate Christ’s love.
Together we’re improving the quality of neighborhood life and rebuilding the community through empowerment and partnerships… together, we’re making sure more don’t get lost.
YOU can help provide Christmas for our inner city families by donating NEW toys or volunteering your time at the Oasis of Hope Toy Store this holiday season! THIS is what Christmas is all about!
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"The friendships and relationships between Oasis of Hope, our family and within our community are a sure sign of God's hand at work in the lives of us all."
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