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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
281-685-0016
freedomchurchalliance.org
Equipping the Church to fight human trafficking. Helping churches raise awareness, fight trafficking, and support anti-trafficking initiatives.
Meet the Local Missions team:
Rynie Badenhorst
Global Outreach Pastor
Celina Peña
Local Missions Director
Jaime Obando
Local Missions Associate Director