Our ChIP Initiative
God has given us a powerful Kingdom Now vision...
To reduce the impact of poverty on the lives of children. Our efforts will be local and global. We will discover the conditions that lead to poverty and engage in hands-on experiences working among the poor. People will talk with excitement about our efforts and will sacrifice time and money to be involved. A fire will burn in our hearts for children living in poverty.
In step with our Children In Poverty (ChIP) initiative, we are building partnerships and identifying opportunities for our congregation to share in ministry with organizations that serve those in need. It's part of our vision, and we invite you to learn more about our partners, explore some opportunities to serve, and get involved!
2012 ChIP Backpack Challenge Summary
What an amazing outpouring of generosity! The Valley and MCC collected 1,100 backpacks flled with school supplies, plus many extra supplies. So, more than 1,100 students will be blessed with the gift of school supplies as the school year begins! Thank you!
Schools and organizations who received backpacks this year:
- Eastern Area Community Ministries
- Southwest Community Ministries
- Louisville Central Community Center
- Americana Community Center
- Mom's Closet
- Sunrise Children's Services
- Kentucky Refugee Ministries
- Brown School
- Bowen Elementary
- Crosby Middle
- Frost Middle
- Hite Elementary
- Layne Elementary
- Lowe Elementary
- Middletown Elementary
- Sanders Elementary
- Stonestreet Elementary
- Stopher Elementary
- Wilkerson Elementary
- Spencer County Youth Service Center