Our Impact | Memphis Medical District Collaborative

A DISTRICT ON THE RISE

The Memphis Medical District Collaborative is involved in over 20 initiatives across the District. Our programs and incentives work to strengthen the connections, communities, and campuses in the Memphis Medical District so they are more vibrant, prosperous, and equitable. Our projects are shaped by collaboration with anchors, community stakeholders, and funding partners.

Five priorities
over five years: 2021-2025

ONE

COLLABORATING
WITH ANCHOR
INSTITUTIONS

TWO

INCREASING
HOUSING SUPPLY

THREE

GROWING COMMERCIAL
CORRIDORS

FOUR

IMPROVING
PUBLIC LIFE

FIVE

BUILDING
COMMUNITY WEALTH

How we reach these goals

QUALITY PUBLIC REALM

MMDC is dedicated to enhancing public spaces to build stronger, safer, and more sustainable streets, parks, plazas, and green spaces. We also focus on transportation and mobility and hospitality services throughout the District.

See our work

WORKFORCE strategies

MMDC connects training, education, and employment opportunities to residents in and around the Memphis Medical District.

See our Hire Local program

REAL ESTATE &
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

MMDC’s Real Estate and Economic Development work helps projects and businesses get from idea to reality. We focus on seeding equitable development activity, nurturing small businesses, and matching people with the right space throughout the District. MMDC provides grants, resources, and connections to support a vibrant District economy, while collaboration with anchor institutions lifts up our communities.

See our Buy Local program

See our Small Business support

See Real Estate Program

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
& EVENTS

MMDC connects our communities and creates vibrant public spaces through events, programming, partnerships, and engagement.

See upcoming events

Business Feature: Sheet Cake Gallery

Sheet Cake Gallery opened in Memphis' Edge District in December 2023. Owner Lauren Kennedy shares her story and her vision for the gallery.

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2023 MMDC Real Estate Report

Overview of MMDC's 2023 Real Estate Investments, Grants, and Planning Activities

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Sheet Cake Gallery Adds a Splash of Color to the Edge District

A sweet, new haven for art enthusiasts has made its home in the Edge District! Sheet Cake Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and consulting practice in Memphis, focusing on artists based in and connected to the regional South.

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