Draft:Murfreesboro Muslim Youth
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The Murfreesboro Muslim Youth (MMY) is a nonprofit organization based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, dedicated to empowering Muslim youth and serving the broader community. MMY was founded following the brutal slaying of three wonderful Muslim youths (Deah, Yusor, and Razan) in Chapel Hill, NC (The three winners) in 2015.
It was also a direct outcome of the pushback against the building of the Islamic Center of Murfreesboro in order to help our youth overcome the hatred and alienation they felt during that time, and show them how beautiful our community is.[1]
Mission and Vision
MMY's mission is to connect, develop, grow, and educate youth across all age groups through collaborative community service.
MMY's Vision is to provide our youth with opportunities to serve the community we live in, foster relationships with one another, and enhance the good nature in each one of them, all while developing a sense of pride in our Muslim identity.[2]
Programs and Activities
MMY offers a variety of programs aimed at youth empowerment and community engagement. Each activities is led in part or whole by one of the youth, some as young as 16 years. The entire team supports and works toward supporting the youth who is leading.
- **Youth Work**: Youth empowerment event, educational activities, civic engagement, and recreational events. Our team has over twenty youth in it, and they work individually or as a team to plan each activity.
- **Community Work**: Plugging into the community needs and working with other non profits to support their work. Some initiatives include "30 Days of Giving during Ramadan" community drives, food security programs providing meals or food boxes to hundreds of families annually, back to school distributions serving hundreds of children annually, refugee support, and more.
- **Interfaith Work**: MMY interfaith activities aim to empower us to work with others no matter what their background is. It encourages inclusion and love for all and makes us assume the best out of everyone. Their appreciation Iftar brings non profit leaders and volunteers to a dinner to show appreciation for what they do. Love Your neighbor showcase diversity in Murfreesboro and attracts hundreds of people annually.
MMY Center
The MMY Center serves as a hub for the organization's activities, offering a space for weekly events, tutoring, educational classes, and more. It has become a second home for many youth in the community.
- Community Impact**
Since its inception, MMY has made significant contributions to the community:
- Over 25,000 individuals assisted with food or crisis support.
- Accumulated over 30,000 volunteer hours.
- Engaged over 500 unique youth volunteers.
- Conducted over 1,000 events and activities.
Recognition and Partnerships
MMY collaborates with local nonprofits, schools, and faith-based organizations to enhance its impact. The organization has been acknowledged for its dedication to community service and interfaith dialogue.
Fire Department Community Service Awards[3]
Firefly Best Non profit 2022[4]
- External Links**
- [Official Website](https://www.murfreesboromuslimyouth.org/)
- [GuideStar Profile](https://www.guidestar.org/profile/47-4437752)
- Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee[5]
References
[edit]- ^ https://www.murfreesboromuslimyouth.org/about-mmy
- ^ https://www.guidestar.org/profile/47-4437752
- ^ https://www.dnj.com/story/news/2017/12/18/citizens-firefighters-recruits-honored-murfreesboro-fire-rescue-awards/962636001/
- ^ https://rutherfordsource.com/firefly-awards-shine-a-light-on-independent-businesses/
- ^ https://www.cfmt.org/communityleadership/
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