As we enter this sacred season of Christmas, my heart is filled with gratitude for the ways God has worked through our community this year. In a world that often feels hurried and uncertain, the birth of Christ reminds us that hope still breaks through, light still overcomes darkness, and love continues to transform lives. It is because of your prayers, generosity, and steadfast partnership that our mission continues to shine brightly.

This brings me to the reason I am writing you today.

Sometimes a moment arrives with the power to transform everything. I am beyond excited to share this moment with you:

A very special Families Matter donor, someone who firmly believes in our mission to Strengthen Families, Change Lives, and Transform Memphis, has taken a remarkable step forward with an extraordinary challenge: a $100,000 Matching Gift Pledge – but we need YOU to help us maximize this gift.

From now until December 31, 2025, every dollar you donate will be doubled, up to $100,000.00. Your $50 becomes $100. Your $250 becomes $500.  Your generosity will reach twice as many families, provide twice as much hope, and create twice the impact across Memphis.

This gift was offered because our donor believes in the work that we do to support families in Memphis and Shelby County. This donor also believes in your generosity and the support you’ve offered Families Matters over the years.

To unlock the full $100,000, we must come together in these last few days and weeks before the year ends. With your contribution we can reach this goal.

Your support is more vital than ever. Every matched dollar helps a struggling student feel supported. It assists Memphis families in building a healthy family structure in which fathers remain involved with their children, even if the relationship with the mother has ended. This will create stability for children and help them thrive and achieve success in life.

Your generosity today has the power to strengthen families, change lives, and truly transform Memphis, twice over, but only until December 31, 2025. Visit our website right now and make the contribution at www.familiesmattermemphis.org or write a check and mail it to:

Families Matter

2670 Union Ave., Suite 607

Memphis, TN 38112

It is my prayer that you will join us in this extraordinary opportunity. Together, let’s continue building a stronger Memphis, one family, one life, and one act of compassion at a time.

Carol A. Jackson

Executive Director

Families Matter