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Jeff Darnell named Director of Tennessee Alliance for Economic Mobility

Martha O’Bryan Center announces the addition of Jeff Darnell as Director for the Tennessee Alliance…

Impact Stories

“I used to pray for the life I live now.”

When Karen Dorantes first visited the Martha O’Bryan Center as a single mother of three, she was…

October 21, 2025

Liz, Her Journey from Martha O’Bryan Led to a Full-Time Career

February 26, 2025

Amanda, Single Mom and Recent Driver’s Ed Graduate

February 10, 2025

Martha O’Bryan, Our Mission and Outreach

February 10, 2025

Articles and Insights

Articles and Insights

Understanding the Benefits Cliff: A Critical Conversation for the Hospitality Industry

The hospitality industry is a vital part of our economy, but it also holds a significant portion…

October 17, 2024

Articles and Insights

Martha O’Bryan Center’s Response to Hate

Articles and Insights

21st Century Community Learning Centers Proposal

February 16, 2024

Articles and Insights

Calling on Mayoral Candidates to Commit to Key Actions

News and Events

News and Events

Cody Shumaker named new Executive Principal of Explore! Community School

Our Explore! Community School has a new leader for the road ahead. We are pleased to announce that…

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Kent Miller selected as MOBC’s next Chief Executive Officer

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O’Reilly’s heart, compassion for community earns him Preds Clancy Trophy nomination again

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Marsha Edwards, President and CEO of the Martha O’Bryan Center, Announces Departure in 2026