Local Missions

Being Neighborly

Christian Community Service Center (CCSC)

3434 Branard | Houston, TX  77027 
713-961-3993
ccschouston.org
 
CCSC's Mission is "To serve the poor, hungry, disabled and otherwise needy while respecting their religious, ethnic or cultural differences." We work to reduce the effects of poverty in the local community and remain grounded by the following values: We are mission-focused; We integrate principles of business and faith; We are compassionate; We are volunteer-based; We treat all people with dignity and respect; We are ecumenical.

Houston Welcomes Refugees

946 W 17th St | Houston, TX  77008
houstonwelcomesrefugees.com

Our mission is to ease the resettlement process for refugees coming to Houston by mobilizing invested caring volunteers, fostering hope amidst crisis.  Volunteers can serve refugees by meeting physical needs with donated Welcome Kits and Grocery Deliveries or serving on a Welcome Team to extend a hand of friendship in a time of crisis.

Prestige Learning Institute

6565 Rookin St | Houston, TX 77074
281-763-1799
prestigeinstitute.org 

Prestige Learning Institute empowers immigrant and refugee families to thrive in the U.S. Volunteer at any of our accessible programs, or strategic events, to build meaningful relationships with the unreached in our city. We welcome after-school mentors, ESL teachers and helpers, children's story-time volunteers and teen girl mentors, as well as men’s and women's community volunteers. Make a difference right down the street from CityRise Bellaire.

Children

Agape Development

6504 Calhoun Rd. |  Houston, TX  77584
832-275-9932
agapedevelopment.org 

At Agape Development, we are transforming our neighborhood by preparing Christ-following, independent, community leaders.

Agape Development began in 2005 with the vision of serving the OST/South Union community by becoming a part of the everyday life of the neighborhood. Whether through our elementary after-school program, teen shaved ice business, job readiness coaching, financial education classes, or affordable housing initiative, each of our programs plays a specific role in the overall work of Christian community development and the transformation of our neighborhood.

Oak Forest Foster Closet

1216 Bethlehem Street | Houston, TX  77018
210-639-8705
oakforestfostercloset.org 

Our ministry exists to reflect the heart of God by serving vulnerable children and the families who care for them. There are huge strains on foster, adoptive and kinship families, so the Oak Forest Foster Closet strives to reduce stress and provide resources that meet physical needs and fun, supportive events for these families. The closet provides gently used children's items donated by supportive community members for free to these families.

Project One Day

7000 Bellaire Blvd |  Houston, TX  77074
832-603-1153
podhouston.org 

Project One Day is a childcare nonprofit working to bring the love and safety of Jesus Christ to infants and toddlers in need. Parents undergo 30 hours of training in Early Childhood Development and volunteer one weekday per week alongside Christ-centered Early Childhood educators. In exchange, they receive 50 hours of M-F childcare so they can work or go to school. Cost per child enrolled is $9000, all of which is paid for by generous donations.

The Sanctuary Foster Care

130 Industrial Blvd, Suite 180 | Sugar Land, TX  77478
817-691-6442
sanctuaryfostercare.org 

The mission of The Sanctuary Foster Care Services is to create permanent sanctuary and healing homes to children and families from hard places. We do this by providing uncommon care to families ensuring permanency for some of our most vulnerable children.

Shearn Elementary

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English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL Worship & Bible Studies

Spanish 

Sundays | 11:00am - 12:30pm
CityRise Missouri City Español
2106 5th St., Missouri City
Free child care provided

Chinese

Sundays | 9:45am - 12:00pm
CityRise West U Baptist Chinese
6218 Auden, Houston
Free child care provided

ESL Classes

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Family Medical

Casa El Buen Samaritano

2106 5th Street, Building B | Missouri City, TX  77489
832-863-6449
casaelbuen.org 

Casa El Buen Samaritano exists to share the love of Jesus Christ by providing free, high-quality healthcare to underserved adults in the greater Houston area.

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

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Hospitality

Mercy House Ministries

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Upcoming Ministry's Events?

Students

Texas Southern University BSM

3601 Blodgett Street | Houston, TX  77004
832-851-9801
TSUBSM.org 

The Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) exists because college is a pivotal season of life where beliefs are challenged, habits are formed, and futures are shaped. In this critical time, students need a Christ-centered community to help them navigate the pressures and questions that come with campus life. Through gospel-centered relationships, discipleship, and leadership development, we equip students to live with purpose and build a foundation for a lifetime of faith and service. At BSM, we exist to Invite students to Christ, Invest in their growth, and Inspire them to change the world.

Senior Adults

Open Door

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Sex Trafficking

Freedom Church Alliance

8300 Katy Freeway | Houston, TX  77024
281-685-0016
freedomchurchalliance.org 

Equipping the Church to fight human trafficking. Helping churches raise awareness, fight trafficking, and support anti-trafficking initiatives.

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Local Missions

Find Your Spot

Serve the Kingdom on our upcoming mission trips.

We have wonderful opportunities to serve our local community, and we encourage everyone to get connected to start discerning where they’d like to serve. If you need assistance finding the right place, please contact us below! Let's make a difference together!

Donation Opportunities

Connect with our partners who are bringing the gospel to the world through their work and service.

New Items

Houston Welcomes Refugees
Provide a Welcome Kit 
Provide a Bedding Kit: Full size set including comforter, sheet set, pillow cases, and two pillows. Contact Kathleen Yarborough​​​

Used Items

Graduate Student Loan Closet
Graduate Student Loan Closet is run by the Women's Club of Rice University.
KITCHEN ITEMS
Coffee makers, toasters, hand mixers, rice cookers, tea kettles, kitchen utensils, pots and pans, baking dishes, fry pans (large and small), cutting boards, oven mitts, glasses, dishes, bowls, measuring cups, measuring spoons, muffin tins, bread tins, bowls of all sizes, can openers, vegetable peelers, graters, utensil trays, knives, forks, spoons, sharp knives.

LINENS
Used is fine, but not stained or torn. Double or queen-sized bed sheets and pillowcases, pillows, bath and hand towels, wash cloths, kitchen towels, blankets, bedspreads. (No twin bed sheets)

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Wastebaskets, small and large; laundry baskets; brooms and dustpans; irons; ironing boards, small and large; desk lamps; lamps.

Small pieces of furniture, chairs, small tables, card tables and chairs, things that can be transported in a regular car. We have very limited storage (only one room).

NOT ACCEPTED
TVs, computers or computer-related stuff, large pieces of furniture, beds, sofas
Appliances, Furniture, or Mattresses
Cy-Hope
12015 Barker Cypress Rd.
Cypress, TX 77433

Gracewood - Furniture, Appliances, & Household Items
1617 Elmview
Houston, TX 77080
713-988-9757

Houston Furniture Bank
8220 Mosley Rd Suite B
Houston, TX 77075
Medical Equipment
Medical Bridges
2706 Magnet Street
Houston, TX 77054
713-748-8131

Clothing, Household Items, or Toys
Blessed Again Resale Shop @ Bethel's Heavenly Hands
12525 Fondren Rd. Suite M
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 729-0125, ext. 206

Christian Community Service Center - Clothing, Diapers, Hygiene Items
3434 Branard St.
Houston, TX 77027
713-961-3993

Cy-Hope
12015 Barker Cypress Rd.
Cypress, TX 77433

Gracewood - New or Like-New Clothing
1617 Elmview
Houston, TX 77080
713-988-9757

Memorial Area Assistance Ministries Resale Shop and Boutique
1625 Blalock Road
Houston, TX 77080
713-491-4330
Automobiles
Gracewood - Vehicles
1617 Elmview
Houston, TX 77080
713-988-9757

Macedonian Call Foundation
Food
Bethel's Heavenly Hands
12525 Fondren Rd. Suite M
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 729-0125, ext. 200

Christian Community Service Center - non perishable food items
3434 Branard St,
Houston, TX 77027
713-961-3993
 

Resources

Alcoholics Anonymous

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Barnabas

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Eyes On Me

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Faith and Fellowship

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Hope for Youth

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Houston Haven

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Houston Response

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Mission Centers of Houston

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Plant It Forward

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Plant It Forward

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Meet the Local Missions team:

Rynie Badenhorst

Global Outreach Pastor


Celina Peña

Local Missions Director

Jaime Obando

Local Missions Associate Director

Local Missions Contact

We'd love to hear from you.

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations

Matthew 28:19

Everyone has a role in serving, whether within the church, in our communities, or with our ministries we collaborate with. At CityRise, we're here to help you find your perfect spot to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
PRAY. Consider where you feel called to serve. Then, explore the options below to discover opportunities and how to get involved. Let's find your place in serving others and sharing the gospel!