TMM is honored to announce that we have been chosen as the July recipients for the Journal Broadcast Group Community Partner of the Month.  Last November 2008 Journal Broadcast Group - Tucson Operations, which operates 94.9 MIXfm and local TV stations KGUN 9 and KWBA, announced a community partnership project that will donate over $1.5 million annually in media value to local charitable organizations. The announcement was made by Bobby Rich, Director of Community Partnerships of the Tucson Operations. “It has been my goal to use our airwaves to strategically make a difference in the community,” said Rich. “Journal Broadcast Group has always made supporting charitable organizations in each of its markets a priority. By combining the efforts of each of our Tucson stations, we can coordinate to bring an even greater awareness to the needs and solutions available in our area.” Beginning in January 2009, one organization will be selected each month as the Journal Community Partner. A comprehensive media campaign will be created utilizing all Journal Broadcast Group properties to bring needed awareness for those charitable organizations that provide services and resources to the Tucson community. “As a broadcast group I believe we can do even more than entertain and inform. It’s our responsibility to effect change by nurturing and supporting our community,” Vice President/General Manager of Tucson Operations Julie Brinks explained.
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TMM Family Services, Inc. TMM was previously know as Tucson Metropolitan Ministry and began in 1974 as a social services outreach of various local churches, United Way, and other entities. TMM has assisted in the development and growth of now independent organizations like the Community Food Bank, Miracle Square Apartments, and Travelers Aid. In 1988, the agency relocated from downtown rental offices to its current 6 acre multi purpose property near Country Club Road and Speedway Blvd. The ReStore, and Community Closet are located off campus near Country Club and 22nd Street. Seeking guidance from God and in partnership with various faith congregations, TMM’s mission is to: - serve at risk children, families and seniors;
- develop appropriate services utilizing volunteers and professionals;
- act as a catalyst for positive change;
- engage congregations to expand community outreach;
- develop new and ongoing resources for quality ministry.
TMM’s service programs include: - Affordable Apartments - five affordable rental housing campuses with over 300 units in Tucson, Marana, Wilcox, Douglas, and Thatcher
- Children’s Village – eight licensed children’s group homes (ages 3 -18).
- Family Journey – twenty transitional apartments for at-risk Single Moms and children, with professional casework support required. The program also serves single moms with developmentally disabled children.
- First Time Homebuyer's - utilizes federal funds to assist working class (80% or below median income) families with home purchase.
- ReStore and Community Closet – reuses and recycles usable building materials, furnishings, clothing and bedding.
As of 2009, TMM has 55 employees, 500 volunteers and an agency operating budget of $2,500,000 that does not include Capital expenses or subsidiary housing projects. TMM Family Services, Inc. 3127 E Adams St. Tucson, AZ 85716 phone: 520-322-9557 fax: 520-322-5864  |
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TMM Family Services, Inc. receives Non-Profit of the Year Award from National Association of Social Workers AZ Chapter. TMM Family Services, Inc. (Formerly Tucson Metropolitan Ministries) is fortunate to be the recipient of this year’s National Association of Social Workers - AZ Chapter Agency of the Year Award. Practicing good social work is about helping people become independent and not enabling. TMM has grown to include several service programs to accomplish this such as affordable apartments, eight licensed group homes, transitional housing for at-risk single moms and their children, first time home buyer opportunities, the ReStore, and the Community Closet. |
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