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FRIENDS TO ELECT GREGORY STAPLETON
Bishop Gregory D. Stapleton Jr.
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Mission Statement
Gregory Stapleton for Memphis City Council – District 7
Why Gregory Stapleton? Gregory Stapleton is an exceptional candidate for Memphis city council-District 7. Gregory Stapleton represents the kind of principled, community driven leadership that District 7 deserves. Although born and raised in Chicago, Gregory relocated to Memphis six years ago and has since fallen deeply in love with the city- it's people, it's culture and its potential. In that time, he has fully immersed himself in community service, learning the heartbeat of Memphis and dedicating himself to meaningful, measurable impact.
During these six years, Gregory Stapleton founded Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation and Greater Impact Faith Church, two organizations committed to strengthening families, empowering communities and bringing hope and resources to underserved areas. Through these effort, he has worked to create pathway for growth, stability and opportunity throughout the district 7 and beyond.
Empowering Economic Growth
I will champion economic development that creates sustainable jobs, supports small businesses, expands access to resources, and builds pathways for generational wealth. Economic empowerment is not optional—it is essential to advancing our district’s future.
Expanding Affordable, Stable Housing
Every family deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. I will work to increase quality housing options, protect longtime residents from displacement, and bring revitalization without sacrificing the heart of our neighborhoods.
Building Safe & Thriving Communities
True public safety is built on trust, prevention, collaboration, and opportunity. I will advocate for programs that invest in youth, support families, expand mental-health resources, and strengthen relationships between communities and city services.
Investing in Our Young People & Seniors
Our future depends on our youth, and our wisdom lives in our seniors. I will support expanded youth programming, after-school opportunities, and senior services that ensure every generation can thrive with dignity and respect.
Revitalizing Infrastructure
District 7 deserves clean streets, bright lights, maintained parks, and reliable city services. I will push for infrastructure investment that reflects the pride and potential of our communities.
Accountable, Accessible Leadership
I believe leadership is a service—not a title. I will maintain an open, transparent, and responsive office so every resident knows their concerns matter and their voice is heard.
Why I’m Running
I am stepping forward because District 7 is at a critical turning point. Our community needs leadership that is engaged, present, and willing to challenge the status quo. I am committed to building bridges, healing divides, and creating systems that work for every family—not just a select few.
This is more than a campaign. It is a commitment to uplift a district full of history, potential, talent, and heart. I am ready to carry the mantle forward, honor the progress of those before me, and deliver the transformational change our community deserves.
Because love is what love does—and District 7 deserves leadership that loves through action.
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WHAT WE OFFER
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Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry, Inc.
DBA Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation
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ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION
Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry, Inc.
Doing Business As (DBA) Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation
EIN: 36-4179819 • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Headquarters: 581 PLUM AVE, Memphis, TN 38107
Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry, Inc., DBA Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation, is a faith-based, community-driven 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to transforming lives and revitalizing communities in North Memphis and the surrounding areas. With a mission rooted in compassion, education, and spiritual empowerment, the organization serves as a beacon of hope for under-resourced children, families, and individuals seeking opportunity, stability, and spiritual support.
WHO WE ARE
Founded with a commitment to embody the love of Christ through action, Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry has operated for over two decades as a charitable and spiritual resource for the Memphis community. Through its DBA, Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation, the organization expands its reach by providing structured educational, economic, and community development programs that directly meet the needs of neighborhoods such as Firestone, New Chicago, Frayser, and North Memphis.
Together, the ministry and CDC form a unified entity focused on holistic community transformation—spiritually, academically, and socially.
OUR MISSION
To educate, empower, and elevate underserved communities through faith-based outreach, educational programs, economic support, and community development initiatives that promote lifelong transformation, stability, and hope.
VISION
To create thriving, empowered neighborhoods where children excel, families grow stronger, individuals find purpose, and communities experience lasting renewal grounded in faith and opportunity.
CORE PROGRAMS & SERVICES
1. Youth Education & Enrichment
Crazy Faith CDC provides accessible educational programs for children in underserved neighborhoods, focusing on:
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Academic support and tutoring
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Life skills and character development
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After-school enrichment
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Mentorship, leadership training, and youth engagement
These initiatives ensure students in challenged areas gain the confidence, resources, and support needed to succeed in school and life.
2. Adult Education & Second-Chance Programs
Through programs such as Crazy Faith Adult Achievers, the organization offers:
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GED preparation
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Employment readiness and workforce development
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Financial literacy and economic empowerment
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Second-chance pathways for adults seeking stability and career advancement
These services help break cycles of poverty and open doors to long-term economic independence.
3. Community Outreach & Social Support
As a church-based nonprofit, the organization provides compassionate outreach—including:
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Food distribution and emergency support
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Clothing, hygiene kits, and personal care supplies
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Crisis assistance for families in need
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Holiday and seasonal community outreach
Rooted in faith, these programs ensure that vulnerable individuals are seen, supported, and uplifted.
4. Spiritual Growth & Faith-Based Ministry
Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry continues its long-standing spiritual mission through:
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Community worship opportunities
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Pastoral support and counseling
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Bible study, discipleship, and spiritual mentoring
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Prison, nursing home, and street ministry outreach
This spiritual foundation fuels the transformative work of the CDC.
5. Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives
Crazy Faith CDC is committed to strengthening communities through:
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Partnerships focused on improving neighborhood safety
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Advocacy for housing stability and community renewal
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Support for youth, senior citizens, and underserved families
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Engagement events that build unity and neighborhood pride
These initiatives work toward a stronger, safer, and more vibrant Memphis.
OUR IMPACT
Through the combined strength of a faith-rooted ministry and a community-focused development corporation, the organization serves hundreds of individuals annually. The work continues to uplift children, strengthen families, empower adults, and nurture spiritual and community growth in some of Memphis’s most historically underserved neighborhoods.
STATEMENT OF IDENTITY
Hope in the Last Days Outreach Ministry, Inc. DBA Crazy Faith Community Development Corporation stands as a united organization dedicated to demonstrating that faith paired with action changes lives. Together, the ministry and CDC operate with one purpose: to bring hope, opportunity, and transformation to the people of Memphis—one family, one child, and one community at a time.
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