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You know the saying, ‘Four months between planting and harvest.’ But I say, wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest. The harvesters are paid good wages, and the fruit they harvest is people brought to eternal life. What joy awaits both the planter and the harvester alike! You know the saying, ‘One plants and another harvests.’ And it’s true. I sent you to harvest where you didn’t plant; others had already done the work, and now you will get to gather the harvest.”Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together. And herein is that saying true, One soweth, and another reapeth. I sent you to reap that whereon ye bestowed no labour: other men laboured, and ye are entered into their labours.Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest. Already the one who reaps is receiving wages and gathering fruit for eternal life, so that sower and reaper may rejoice together. For here the saying holds true, ‘One sows and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you did not labor. Others have labored, and you have entered into their labor.”Don’t you have a saying, ‘It’s still four months until harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest. Even now the one who reaps draws a wage and harvests a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may be glad together. Thus the saying ‘One sows and another reaps’ is true. I sent you to reap what you have not worked for. Others have done the hard work, and you have reaped the benefits of their labor.”Do you not say, ‘There are still four months and then comes the harvest’? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest! And he who reaps receives wages, and gathers fruit for eternal life, that both he who sows and he who reaps may rejoice together. For in this the saying is true: ‘One sows and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you have not labored; others have labored, and you have entered into their labors.”“Don’t you say, ‘There are still four more months, and then comes the harvest’? Listen to what I’m telling you: Open your eyes and look at the fields, because they are ready for harvest. The reaper is already receiving pay and gathering fruit for eternal life, so that the sower and reaper can rejoice together. For in this case the saying is true: ‘One sows and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap what you didn’t labor for; others have labored, and you have benefited from their labor.”Do you not say, ‘There are still four months, and then comes the harvest’? Behold, I tell you, raise your eyes and observe the fields, that they are white for harvest. Already the one who reaps is receiving wages and is gathering fruit for eternal life, so that the one who sows and the one who reaps may rejoice together. For in this case the saying is true: ‘One sows and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you have not labored; others have labored, and you have come into their labor.”Don’t you say, ‘There are yet four months until the harvest’? Behold, I tell you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, that they are white for harvest already. He who reaps receives wages and gathers fruit to eternal life, that both he who sows and he who reaps may rejoice together. For in this the saying is true, ‘One sows, and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you haven’t labored. Others have labored, and you have entered into their labor.”Do you not say, ‘There are still four months until the harvest’? I tell you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are ripe for harvest. Already the reaper draws his wages and gathers a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may rejoice together. For in this case the saying ‘One sows and another reaps’ is true. I sent you to reap what you have not worked for; others have done the hard work, and now you have taken up their labor.”
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- What it is
- A hand-checked list of ways to get involved, with your time, your skills, or your support. Each listing links to the organization’s own site, shows the date it was last checked, and is marked Verified or Provisional.
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- Not a charity and not a church. Every link goes to the organization’s own site. A listing is not an endorsement of everything an organization holds.
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- Benevolence & reliefVerified
South Fellowship Food Bank
South Fellowship Food Bank
Church-run client-choice food bank open Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Supported by South Fellowship Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Littleton, Colorado, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
South Royalton Area Food Shelf
South Royalton Area Food Shelf
A volunteer-run food shelf at 2995 VT Route 14, open Thursdays midday and early evening; volunteers handle sign-in, stocking and distribution. Supported by Red Door Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- South Royalton, Vermont, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
South Side Mission
South Side Mission
Christian mission with soup kitchen, youth programs, and thrift stores in Peoria. Supported by Northwoods Community Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Peoria, Illinois, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission
Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission
Gospel rescue mission with meals, men’s shelter, and a recovery program in Nashua. Supported by Crossway Christian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Nashua, New Hampshire, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Southside Food Bank
Southside Food Bank
Hillcrest-run food bank on Larrabee Ave, open 1st and 3rd Thursdays. Supported by Hillcrest Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Bellingham, Washington, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Southside Food Pantry
Southside Food Pantry
Saturday grocery distribution run by Southside Christian Church. Supported by Life Center.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Spokane, Washington, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Southwest Louisiana FCA
Southwest Louisiana FCA
Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter serving coaches and athletes in SW Louisiana. Supported by Trinity Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods)
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods)
Church-founded ministry in Severna Park giving emergency food and financial aid. Supported by Bay Area Community Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Annapolis, Maryland, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
The Sparrow’s Nest
The Sparrow’s Nest
Athens ministry offering food, laundry, showers, clothing, and job help to people in need. Supported by Prince Avenue Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Athens, Georgia, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Spotswood Love Pantry
Spotswood Love Pantry
Church-run food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday mornings. Supported by Spotswood Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Springfield Dream Center
Springfield Dream Center
Church-run family center with afterschool, diaper distribution and sports clubs. Supported by North Point Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Springfield, Missouri, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Springs Rescue Mission
Springs Rescue Mission
Shelter, meals and addiction recovery programs for people experiencing homelessness. Supported by First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
St. Luke Outreach Center
St. Luke Outreach Center
Church-run center providing groceries, household items, and utility assistance. Supported by St. Luke Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Columbus, Georgia, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Star Gospel Mission
Star Gospel Mission
Transitional housing, recovery services, and emergency aid in Charleston. Supported by Seacoast Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Charleston, South Carolina, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Star of Hope
Star of Hope
Christ-centered shelter and programs for homeless men, women, and children. Supported by Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
STARS Family Services
STARS Family Services
Respite, partner program, and art studio for people with disabilities and families. Supported by College Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Stateline Youth for Christ
Stateline Youth for Christ
Local Youth for Christ chapter serving teens in the Rockford area. Supported by First Free Rockford.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Rockford, Illinois, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Steadfast Recovery Ministries
Steadfast Recovery Ministries
Residential sober-living recovery program for men in Summerville. Supported by Seacoast Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Charleston, South Carolina, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Steelbridge
Steelbridge
Faith-based residential recovery programs; formerly Albuquerque Rescue Mission. Supported by Hope Church.
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- Ongoing
- Where
- Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Step By Step
Step By Step
Mentoring and support for young single mothers ages 12 to 24. Supported by Immanuel Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Lexington, Kentucky, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
STEP Ministries
STEP Ministries
One-on-one mentoring and tutoring for under-resourced youth in Central Arkansas. Supported by Covenant Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
STEP Richmond
STEP Richmond
Job readiness, reading tutoring, and summer programs for Gilpin Court residents. Supported by Third Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Steps Ministries
Steps Ministries
Youth mentoring, after-school programs, and a pantry in Buffalo’s Seneca-Babcock area. Supported by Revive Wesleyan.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Buffalo, New York, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Steps of Sanctification
Steps of Sanctification
Church-run Christ-centered 12-step recovery program in Sheridan. Supported by Three Nails Recovery Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Sheridan, Wyoming, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
The Storehouse
The Storehouse
Church-run ministry that packs food boxes for families in need and meets them in person. Supported by Dauphin Way Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Mobile, Alabama, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Storehouse
Storehouse
Church-run pantry with household goods, toiletries and showers, plus long-term care advocates. Supported by Kearney eFree Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Kearney, Nebraska, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Stowe Mission of Central Ohio
Stowe Mission of Central Ohio
Community kitchen, food pantry, and dental and vision clinics on Parsons Avenue. Supported by Grace Central Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Str8Up Ministries
Str8Up Ministries
Mentoring for urban teens through clubs, camps, and trips. Supported by Traders Point Christian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Street Church
Street Church
Church-run monthly Hartford outreach with worship, food, and clothing at City Hall. Supported by Wintonbury Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Hartford, Connecticut, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Street Disciples (Eastpoint Outreach Ministry)
Street Disciples (Eastpoint Outreach Ministry)
Church outreach team sharing the gospel and caring for people who are homeless. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Portland, Maine, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Street Hope TN
Street Hope TN
Christian ministry working against child sexual exploitation and trafficking. Supported by Sevier Heights Baptist Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Street Life Ministries
Street Life Ministries
Hot meals and homeless services in Redwood City, Menlo Park and Palo Alto. Supported by Central Peninsula Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- San Francisco, California, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Street Lunch Program
Street Lunch Program
The church serves a late-morning lunch for people living on the street on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays, and a Thursday lunch for children; contact the church to help cook and serve. Supported by Gallup First Church of the Nazarene.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Gallup, New Mexico, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
STREETS Ministries
STREETS Ministries
Christian after-school programs for youth in underserved Memphis neighborhoods. Supported by Second Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Memphis, Tennessee, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Strong Tower Food Pantry
Strong Tower Food Pantry
Church-run monthly food box distribution for families and seniors. Supported by Strong Tower Bible Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Suddenly Feeling Alone
Suddenly Feeling Alone
Weekly church support group for people facing grief, loss, caregiving or divorce. Supported by First Baptist Church Mesquite.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Mesquite, Nevada, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Sue’s Home (Community Care Network)
Sue’s Home (Community Care Network)
Faith-based shelter and living program for homeless women and families, Ocean Springs. Supported by First Baptist Church Biloxi.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Biloxi, Mississippi, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Summit Homeless Outreach
Summit Homeless Outreach
Monthly outreach with other local churches serving a warm meal to unsheltered neighbors on the third Wednesday. Supported by Summit Christian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Reno, Nevada, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Sunday Breakfast Mission
Sunday Breakfast Mission
Christian rescue mission with shelter, meals, and recovery programs in Wilmington. Supported by Faith Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Wilmington, Delaware, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Sunnybrook Hope Center
Sunnybrook Hope Center
Church-run food pantries, personal coaching, and financial classes. Supported by Sunnybrook Community Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Sioux City, Iowa, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Sunshine Rescue Mission
Sunshine Rescue Mission
Christ-centered shelters and meals in Flagstaff, including Hope Cottage for women. Supported by Christ’s Church of Flagstaff.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Switch
Switch
Anti-trafficking awareness, prevention, intervention, and survivor care in the Upstate. Supported by Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Greenville, South Carolina, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Sylvania Church Food Pantry
Sylvania Church Food Pantry
Church-run food pantry serving Smith County residents twice a month. Supported by Sylvania Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Tyler, Texas, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Syracuse Alliance Church Food Pantry
Syracuse Alliance Church Food Pantry
Church-run food pantry at 3112 Midland Ave, Syracuse. Supported by Syracuse Alliance Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Syracuse, New York, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Target Dayton Ministries
Target Dayton Ministries
Gospel ministry serving meals, clothing, and essentials to homeless and poor in Dayton. Supported by Centerville Community Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Dayton, Ohio, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Teen Advisors
Teen Advisors
Trains middle and high school students as Christ-centered peer leaders and mentors. Supported by Christ Community Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Columbus, Georgia, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Teen Challenge of Arizona
Teen Challenge of Arizona
Christian residential addiction recovery; centers in Phoenix, Tucson and Casa Grande. Supported by Christ’s Church of the Valley (CCV).
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 7, 2026
- Benevolence & reliefVerified
Teen Challenge San Diego County
Teen Challenge San Diego County
Residential faith-based addiction recovery program for men. Supported by Newbreak Church.
- Time
- Ongoing
- Where
- San Diego, California, United States
- Area
- Benevolence & relief
Last verified October 6, 2026
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