Porter-Leath

Porter-Leath is a non-profit organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to empowering children and families to achieve healthy, optimal, and independent lifestyles. Established in 1850 as an orphanage, it has evolved to become a comprehensive service provider.

The organization focuses on early childhood education, family support, and community development.

Core Programs and Services

Porter-Leath operates diverse programs that meet the unique needs of Memphis' at-risk children and families.

• Teacher Excellence Program: Provides educators with ongoing training and support to professionalize early childhood education, ensuring high-quality care and instruction.
• Books From Birth: A community-driven program mailing free books to children aged five and under in Shelby County to foster early literacy.
• Preschool Programs: Includes centers such as the Early Childhood Academy in Frayser and South Memphis, offering nurturing environments for children six weeks to five years.
• NEXT Memphis: Prepares children for kindergarten by enhancing social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Connections: Provides safe, nurturing care, including residential, foster, adoption, and support services for children birth to 18 years.
• Cornerstone: An early-childhood home-visitation program equipping pregnant and parenting families with tools for positive child development.
• Generations: Mentors children in need by linking them with caring adult volunteers, sponsored by AmeriCorps and Senior Corps.
• Spoonfuls: Promotes healthy eating habits via a USDA food program assisting family day care providers.
• CareerPlace: Empowers parents through job training and placement services to achieve financial independence.

Locations and Facilities

Porter-Leath operates multiple facilities in Memphis to serve the community effectively, including:

• Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way: 4207 American Way, Memphis, TN 38118 - Offers Early Head Start, Head Start, and Preschool programs.
• Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | Frayser: 3060 Baskin St, Memphis, TN 38127 - Provides Early Head Start, Head Start, Pre-K, and Preschool services.
• Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | Manassas: 890 N Manassas St., Memphis, TN 38107 - Focuses on Early Head Start services.
• Porter-Leath & University of Memphis Early Childhood Academy at Orange Mound: 2869 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38114 - Offers Early Head Start, Head Start, Pre-K, and Preschool programs.
• Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis: 628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN 38106 - Provides Early Head Start and Preschool services.
• Hooks Dimmick Childcare Center: 4982 Knight Arnold Rd, Memphis, TN 38118 - Focuses on Early Head Start services.
• Knowledge Quest: 990 College Park Dr, Memphis, TN 38126 - Offers Early Head Start services.
• Red Robin’s Academy: 3311 Kimball Ave, Memphis, TN 38111 - Provides Early Head Start services.
• Southwest Parkway East Kiddie Learning Center: 931 South Parkway East, Memphis, TN 38106 - Offers Early Head Start services.
• Southwest Union (ECE) Early Head Start: 717 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38109 - Focuses on Early Head Start services.
• Freedom Preparatory Academy - Campus Whitehaven: 3750 Millbranch Road, Memphis, TN 38116 - Offers Head Start and Pre-K programs.
• Freedom Preparatory Academy - Campus Westwood: 778 Parkrose Road, Memphis, TN 38109 - Provides Pre-K services.
• Promise Academy Hollywood: 1346 Bryan Street, Memphis, TN 38108 - Offers Head Start and Pre-K programs.
• Promise Academy Spring Hill: 3796 Frayser-Raleigh Road, Memphis, TN 38128 - Provides Head Start and Pre-K services.

Company Location

Porter-Leath is based in Memphis, TN, USA, with its operations primarily focused within this region.

There are multiple operational sites in Memphis serving different neighborhoods and communities to maximize outreach and impact.

Each location offers specialized services tailored to early childhood education and family support, reflecting the organization's commitment to the community’s diverse needs.

Through these programs and facilities, Porter-Leath continues to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families, fostering a stronger and healthier community.