Local outreach
Our Local and national Outreach Partners
At FBC, we love being part of what God is doing right here in our community. We partner with local organizations that are making a difference in Elkhart and beyond, and we’re honored to come alongside them in their work. Below you’ll find more information about these partners and ways you can serve with them.
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Church Community Services
A faith-based agency helping people of Elkhart County weather life’s storms and build more secure futures through emergency assistance and intensive job and life-skills training.
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Cultivate Food Rescue
A non-profit organization devoted to ending the cycle of hunger in the local communities of northern Indiana by providing a food rescue service.
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Faith Mission
A social service agency providing emergency shelter, meals, clothing, and long-term housing programs for homeless men, women, and children in Elkhart and surrounding counties.
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Feed the Children
An anti-hunger, nonprofit organization that provides food, essentials, and other resources to children and families in need in the United States and around the world.
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Lifeline
A full-cycle of engagement ministry that provides a safe, family-like atmosphere for youth from 3rd-12th grade.
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Michiana Biblical Counseling Center
A counseling center that provides Biblical counseling and compassionate care to help the people of Michiana find hope in a broken world.
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Northern Indiana Adult & Teen Challenge
A Christ-centered, faith-based alcohol and drug addiction recovery center serving men 18+ years old, who are struggling with life controlling issues.
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RETA
A nonprofit organization offering no-cost pregnancy clinic services, mentorship, mental health support, and family resources.
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Ribbon of Hope
An organization that provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to adult cancer patients in the community.
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Small Church USA
A ministry dedicated to guiding small and mid-sized churches toward revitalization and health by providing resources, training, and a community for pastors, pastors' wives, and church leaders.
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SPA Women's Ministry
A 12-month, Christ-centered, residential treatment program for women struggling with life-controlling issues and addictions.
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Hearts United for Bristol
The HUB is a community-based food pantry providing food and other support services to those in need in Bristol and surrounding areas.
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Time to Revive
A ministry dedicated to equipping believers worldwide to fulfill the Great Commission.
Upcoming OUtreach serving opportunities
The HUB | APRIL 16 | Times Vary
On Thursday, April 16, serve alongside a local food pantry by helping sort donations, remove expired items, and stock shelves. Volunteers may also assist with food box deliveries or walk alongside families during their shopping experience, helping with carts and loading groceries.
This is a great opportunity to support neighbors in our community with practical care and encouragement.
SPA Women’s Ministry Homes | May 16 | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Join us as we serve alongside SPA Women’s Ministry, a valued local partner committed to restoration and hope. On Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 am–12:00 pm, volunteers will assist with indoor spring cleaning at their main house, including deep cleaning rooms, bathrooms, and the kitchen, washing windows, cleaning fans and carpets, and disinfecting toys in the family room.
Space is limited to 15 volunteers, and participants must be 12 years or older. Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for cleaning.
Stay Connected
Sign up for our outreach email list to stay informed about what’s happening in local outreach and global missions, and to get notified when new serving opportunities become available.
If you’d like to have a conversation, ask questions, or explore how you can get involved more personally, you can also reach out directly to our Outreach Pastor, David Cummings, below.