Greater Whitehaven Economic Redevelopment Corporation

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Greater Whitehaven Economic Redevelopment Corporation

The purpose of GWERC is to revitalize the Greater Whitehaven community of Memphis, Tennessee

06/19/2026

Today we celebrate. 🖤

Juneteenth is a reminder of how far we've come and a call to keep going. For GWERC, freedom has always been tied to opportunity. The freedom to own. To build. To lead. To leave something behind for the next generation.

That's the work we do in Whitehaven every single day.

Happy Juneteenth to our entire community — past, present, and future. 🕊️

06/18/2026

📋 Do you have a plan in place for the people you love?

Join us on Thursday, June 25th for Wills & Trusts, a free estate planning workshop presented by Legacey Assurance Plan — hosted by Larry Dodson Jr. in collaboration with GWERC Memphis.

You'll walk away with practical knowledge on wills, trusts, and beneficiary planning — the tools you need to protect what you've built and secure your family's future.

📅 June 25, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 GWERC | 4466 Elvis Presley Blvd., Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38116

RSVP today → [email protected]

06/17/2026

Your gifts were never just for you. 💫

Every skill you have, every talent, every area of expertise has the power to transform a community when it's placed in the right hands and pointed in the right direction.

Are you a:
💼 Business professional? Mentor a new entrepreneur.
🎨 Creative? Design something that tells Whitehaven's story.
💰 Financial expert? Help a small business owner read their numbers.
🎓 Educator? Share what you know with someone coming up behind you.
🤝 Connector? Make the introduction that changes someone's trajectory.

GWERC believes that a thriving Whitehaven is built by people who show up, not just with good intentions, but with their whole selves.

Your community needs what you have. The question is: will you share it?

Learn how to get involved at gwercmemphis.org.

06/16/2026

Yesterday, GWERC board members gathered for a special Meet & Greet at our office, providing an opportunity to connect, build relationships, and strengthen our shared commitment to the Whitehaven community.

Board members enjoyed the opportunity to visit the GWERC office, meet fellow board members and leadership, and spend time together outside of a traditional board meeting setting.

Thank you to everyone who attended and continues to support GWERC’s mission. Together, we are building a stronger Whitehaven.

06/12/2026

Free Food Giveaway TODAY. Please share 🙏🏾

06/10/2026

Q2 is almost in the books, and we have one question for you. 👀

Have you met your goal(s)?

Whether you crushed your goals, pivoted your plan, or are still pushing to close the gap, there's still time. The next few days matter.

GWERC is here to connect Whitehaven's business community with the resources, relationships, and support you need to finish strong. Visit gwercmemphis.org to explore what's available for you.

What's one goal you're locking in before Q2 ends? Drop it below. 👇 Let's close Q2 with purpose. 💪🏾

06/08/2026

Behind every small business is a story and behind that story is a community that either shows up or doesn't. 🙏🏾

Small businesses are how wealth gets built from the ground up. They hire neighbors, source locally, and pour back into the places they call home. A thriving small business corridor means more jobs, more tax revenue, safer streets, and a stronger sense of pride.

Whitehaven has all the ingredients. GWERC is here to make sure the recipe works.

Who's a small business in this community that deserves a shoutout today? Tag them below. 👇

Shop local. Invest local. Build local. 🏙️

06/05/2026

Whitehaven, this one is important. 📢

The Shelby County Lead Prevention & Sustainability Commission is holding their June 2026 Public Meeting and it's happening right in our community.

📅 June 10, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Whitehaven Public Library
4120 Millbranch Road, Memphis, TN 38116

Virtual call-in available: bit.ly/lpcmeet
Meeting ID: 926-076-7044 | Phone: +1 (301) 715-8592

Want to make your voice heard? Sign a public comment card and submit to the LPC Secretary before 6:00 PM CT — or send written comments to [email protected].

GWERC encourages every Whitehaven resident to stay informed and engaged on issues that directly impact our community's health and future. 🌿

06/02/2026

A Spotlight well deserved. Right here in Whitehaven, Eggxactly Breakfast & Deli 💪🏽🙌🏾🎉

06/01/2026

Summer in Whitehaven means MORE. More opportunity. More community. More progress. GWERC is showing up all June long. Join us and stay connected. 🌞

Address

4466 Elvis Presley Boulevard Suite 101
Memphis, TN
38116

Telephone

+19012497891

Website

http://www.gwercmemphis.org/

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