Memphis-based podcast Memphis Metropolis recently interviewed Seth Harkins about the Alcy Ball neighborhood.

This past Monday was set aside to honor the legacy of Dr. King.
Today, we acknowledge the need to work every day in response to that legacy.

A few highlights from the world of housing, from homeownership to affordable housing.

On November 19, six local entrepreneurs graduated from the Alcy Ball cohort of the Co.Starters small business training program. Read their story & other news here.

Growth Starts with Understanding Our Challenges

Rogers Store is open to Alcy Ball residents! We've been promoting the space within the neighborhood in some exciting ways—including a drive-thru Halloween Event with neighbors!

Strong small businesses make a community sing. We've been cohosting an Entrepreneurship Course from Co.Starters to help neighbors grow their business ideas. This week, we're highlight five local entrepreneurs and their small business ventures.

This month, Rogers Store is reopening its doors to the Alcy Ball neighborhood!

Keep reading for five attributes of resilient communities!

We're in the final stages of construction at Rogers & can't wait to open this new neighborhood hub!

This week's Friday Five is dedicated to resources that help homeowners stay in their homes longer, improving quality of life and keeping homes affordable to preserve neighborhood integrity over time.

An art exhibition on the history of voting, the Civil Right’s Museum’s webinar on civic engagement, and more!

Keep reading to stay up-to-date on ABDC news!

Police Accountability, Equitable Employment and more

Recent events have highlighted the systemic racism that has shaped our nation's systems and institutions. We're responding in part by continuing our work alongside neighbors in Alcy Ball. 

New ways to celebrate, network, support local business, and make a difference during COVID-19

May Newsletter: video walk-through of Rogers Store, new fundraising launch, and a neighbor’s story about serving

Our 3 Do’s and 2 Don’ts for COVID-19

Alcy Ball residents respond to COVID-19: Neighbors serving neighbors, partner resources, and a resident’s essential worker experience

Quarantine tips & tricks featuring Elaine’s homemade hand sanitizer

How Ms. Terrell & Ms. Jones Are Bridging Generations
Roger's Store: 2020 Progress
A Look at Neighborhood Vacancy Data

A closer look at 5 businesses local to Alcy Ball!

Take a look at our big accomplishments from 2019

Check out this article by the Daily Memphian about our Roger’s Store Project!

ABDC’s closing on the 1672 E Alcy (“Roger’s Store”) property, the Heights Line linear park, and more!

The TDHA’s Blight Elimination Program, large investments into Memphis mass transit, & more!

Merry Christmas from Alcy Ball!

Resident Spotlight: Four Decades in Alcy Ball, Connected Neighborhoods, Roger's Store: Project Update Overview

Our mission is to connect and empower Alcy Ball residents to develop a thriving community, but we know that the impacts of community development reach far beyond one neighborhood-
Alcy Ball's Friday Five will give monthly recognition to good work being accomplished in our field in Memphis and beyond.

Meet our new staff, Reasons to Celebrate: This year's National Night Out Event, Resident Spotlight: Sixty Nine Year Homeowner!, Roger's Store Project: Our hopes for a community-focused space in Alcy Ball