“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” –Colossians 3:17
Are you ready to take your next step in missional living? Are you ready to DO something? Here are some ways to get involved. Select a project or contact us to learn more.
All Campuses
REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT NETWORK
The nations are coming to our neighborhoods. Refugee and Immigrant Network (RAIN) is a ministry dedicating to equipping the local church to come alongside refugees in our community. People from hard-to-reach countries are in Dayton, and this is a great opportunity to share the hope in Jesus to all the ends of the earth without leaving Ohio.
Contact: Kirk Lithander
CARE PORTAL
Care Portal connects us with children and families in crisis so we can respond to their needs in real time. To best assist with the most urgent needs, we focus on providing beds/bedding and assisting with rent/utility payments.
Contact: Lisa Magoffin
HANNAH’S TREASURE CHEST (HTC)
Hannah’s enriches the lives of children by providing clothing, books, safety equipment and hygiene items including diapers. There are a variety of ways you can get involved.
ISAIAH 1:17 HOUSE
This ministry is changing the experience of children as they are traumatically removed from their families. Isaiah 1:17 House provides a comforting, safe home with friendly and loving volunteers who provide clean clothes, smiles, toys, and snuggly blankets while children await foster care placement. Fairhaven is partnering with them to help build their first house in Dayton.
Centerville Campus
THRIVE TOGETHER
Thrive is a holistic approach towards addressing poverty. Participants learn new skills, get helpful info and support, and receive encouragement through community. They are looking for adults to commit to investing in a participant’s life and be part of the Thrive Family.
Contact: Lisa Magoffin
FAITH + FINANCES
Faith & Finances is a 12-week financial education ministry where we come together to learn money management skills, discover biblical stewardship principles, and build supportive relationships. Join the Faith & Finances ministry team to teach and connect with students going through the training.
Contact: Lisa Magoffin
FEEDING FRIENDS FOOD PANTRY
We partner with other local churches to help provide a food pantry in Kettering at 5737 Bigger Road. You can help pack boxes or distribute food. This is a great opportunity for a small group to do together. Have fun serving our community and making someone’s day.
Contact: Lisa Magoffin
SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE
The number one need in Montgomery County is beds. Sleep in Heavenly Peace organizes local bed-build events, where anyone can help make a bed change someone’s life through a good night’s sleep. Visit their website for upcoming building events and more information.
Springboro Campus
SPRINGBORO COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SCAC)
The Assistance Center (next to Springboro Jr. High) partners with local churches and families to provide for immediate needs like food and household items. Help serve our neighbors by volunteering at the SCAC or donating items to the center on a monthly basis.
Contact: Jesse Roller
SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE (Warren County)
No kid sleeps on the floor in our town! We partner with the Lebanon chapter of SHP to build & provide beds for children in our county. We participate in periodic build days where our parking lot becomes a bed assembly line!
ADOPT A SCHOOL (Gerke Elementary, Franklin)
Serve a local school by providing backpacks, supplies, 1-on-1 mentoring, and more. We want every student in our communities to thrive, and we help make that happen by supporting our schools!
Contact: Jesse Roller
Beavercreek Campus
FEED THE CREEK
The mission of Feed the Creek is to end weekend hunger in the lives of children of Beavercreek. This volunteer organization is committed to providing food for children to reduce childhood hunger and promote healthier bodies, minds, relationships, and grades.