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Girls Inc. Frayser Youth Farm Manager Miles Tamboli

Girls Inc. takes mission to roots with Frayser Youth Farm

Part of Girls Inc.’s focus on Frayser is through its Youth Farm, where girls are employed as farmers to cultivate some 50 vegetable varieties all while learning entrepreneurial skills.

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Memphis wins big: Grizzlies players bring support to community

Since coming to the Bluff City in 2001, the Memphis Grizzlies and their players have played an integral role in giving back in the community, whether through individual efforts or support of larger initiatives.  

Grizzlies Foundation uses sports partnership to mentor youth

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