About the Moral Budget Coalition

The Moral Budget Coalition is a group of community organizations, faith leaders, and residents working to promote transparent, equitable, and community-centered budgeting in Memphis and Shelby County.

Join the Movement

Take action for a more equitable Memphis and Shelby County budget!

I Support a Moral Budget

Show your support for budget priorities that serve our community

Join as Organization

Add your organization as a coalition member

Events & Volunteer

Find upcoming events and volunteer opportunities

Our Mission

The Moral Budget Coalition advocates for a budget that:

Prioritizes investments in historically underserved communities
Addresses root causes of poverty, inequality, and crime
Creates equitable opportunities for all residents
Promotes transparency and community input in the budget process
Generates sustainable revenue through progressive taxation

We believe that budgets are moral documents that reflect our community's values and priorities. Through education, advocacy, and organizing, we work to ensure that Memphis and Shelby County budgets serve the needs of all residents, particularly those most impacted by historical disinvestment.

Our Priorities

Education & Youth

Fully funded public education
Youth development programs
Expanded pre-K access

Housing & Community Development

Affordable housing investment
Anti-displacement measures
Neighborhood revitalization

Health & Wellness

Mental health services
Community health centers
Parks and recreational facilities

Economic Justice

Living wage jobs
Workforce development
Small business support

Coalition Partners

Memphis for All
Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope (MICAH)
Mid-South Peace & Justice Center
Memphis Education Fund
Memphis Housing Coalition
Memphis Healthcare Advocacy Coalition
Memphis Transit Riders Union
And many other community partners

Contact & Additional Ways to Get Involved

Other Ways to Get Involved:

Attend our monthly coalition meetings
Subscribe to our newsletter for updates
Volunteer for community budget education
Share your budget priorities with elected officials