Operation Taking Back 901 is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to implement economic and educational programs for the Youth and their families in Shelby County.
Operation Taking Back 901 is broken down into five components, which are Road to Greatness, Career Ready, Little Scholars Mentoring, Homebound and the UPliftHER program. The programs include promoting and providing broad opportunities that will enhance community development, business workforce development training, economic development, housing, education and social services.
ABOUT
OTB 901
Operation Taking Back 901 is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Shelby County, dedicated to empowering youth and their families through a wide range of educational and economic programs. Our organization was established July 1, 2016. With a strong emphasis on community development and social services, the organization operates five key programs: Road to Greatness, Career Ready, Little Scholars Mentoring, Homebound, and UPliftHER. Each of these programs is designed to foster personal growth, workforce development, and educational success. We take pride in creating opportunities for participants to reach their full potential.
The organization is built on core values such as empowerment, integrity, innovation, and collaboration, with a focus on creating sustainable, lasting impacts in the community.
Operation Taking Back 901 works closely with the City of Memphis, Shelby County Government, State of Tennessee, local partners and sponsors, to achieve its mission of fostering positive change in the lives of Shelby County residents.
Services
TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT WE OFFER
• Youth Mentoring: Comprehensive mentoring for individuals ages 10-25.
• Certified Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Support: Specialized interventions addressing trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
• Parent Engagement Program: Empowering parents through active involvement and support strategies.
• Financial Literacy and Management: Training to promote financial responsibility and long-term success.
• UpliftHER Program: An 8-week cohort dedicated to fostering empowerment and resilience among young women.
• Juvenile Re-Entry Services: Assisting youth in reintegrating into society after involvement with the justice system.
• Support for Teen Mothers: Tailored programming designed to meet the unique needs of teen mothers.
• Workforce Development Training: Equipping individuals with essential skills for career advancement and employment readiness.
• Business Development Consulting: Guidance and resources for starting and growing businesses.
• Education Consulting: Expert advice and support for enhancing educational programs and outcomes.
• Referral Services: Connecting individuals to additional resources and services as needed.
Our Mission and Community Focus
We prioritize making a meaningful local impact by collaborating with our community to uphold the principles of Empowerment, Access, and Leadership.
As part of Operation Taking Back 901, we offer a range of services, including mentoring for ages 10-25, Holistic Trauma Practices for those affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences, a Parent Engagement Program, workshops, reentry referral services, life skills training, support for teen mothers, workforce development training, and educational consulting.
Our focus encompasses Mentorship, Youth Support, and Community Development, all aimed at fostering growth and development in our community.
RESOURCES:
An initiative aimed at helping individuals overcome barriers to entering the workforce, such as vocational challenges, involvement in the criminal justice system, substance abuse history, and more. I believe this would be a wonderful opportunity for the parents or adults who are unemployed. The link provided below will take you to the benefits screening. To receive one-on-one assistance from our agency, please make sure to list “Taking Back 901” as the referral agency.
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Address
1331 Union Ave Suite 1150
Memphis, TN 38104
Phone
901-401-8355
