Praying for Pennies

01/15/2026

On the Road again to Sight & Sound!! Join us!

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, hope needs helpers.
Praying for Pennies is standing in the gap for children and families who are quietly struggling. We have kids who need warm coats, shoes that fit, school supplies, and the essentials that dignity is built on.
Your gift today becomes something real:
A full pantry, a warm winter, a child who walks into school feeling seen.
No amount is too small. Every penny becomes hope in motion.
Give because you can. Give because it matters.

11/12/2025

Our neighbors are struggling. Thank you in advance for your help. Click the link to donate:

The Essentials Project: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/praying-for-pennies-inc/holiday-fundraiser-copy

Monetary Donations: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/praying-for-pennies-inc/praying-for-pennies-general-copy

11/01/2025

08/23/2025

Some of District Heights Leaders:
L-R Sophia, Ofc. Stevens, Marshall, Texanna, Beverly, Chief Tarpley, Gina, and Michelle.
Bottom picture:
School staff member, 4th from the R Mayor Cynthia Miller, 6th from the right DH Student
Last Picture:
Principal Tracey Smith Walters, Delegate Karen R. Toles

08/23/2025

08/23/2025

Hebbville Elementary School, Baltimore, Maryland was brought to the attention of Praying for Pennies by one of their retired teacher, Darnell Peaker. We were so honored to support this school with 175 backpacks filled with 50 supplies on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

08/23/2025

Praying for Pennies Backpack Giveaway at District Heights Elementary School!

08/12/2025

Join us for our annual bus trip to Sight & Sound. Great entertainment with lunch and transportation included. More information coming in January 2026..

08/12/2025

💙 Thank You, Volunteers! 💙

On August 9, you showed up BIG—and because of you, we assembled 642 backpacks for students in 5 local schools! 📚✏️

These aren’t just supplies… they’re hope, confidence, and opportunity packed into every bag. 💫

Your hands packed backpacks, but your hearts packed love—and that will carry these students far into the school year.

From all of us at Praying for Pennies: You made a difference. You are the difference. 💙

US

08/12/2025

Thank You, Union Church!

Because of your amazing volunteers, the Essentials Project Backpack Drive packed 642 backpacks for students in 5 local schools!

Your servant hearts, joyful energy, and willingness to give your time have blessed every child who will carry these bags into the new school year. You didn’t just pack supplies—you packed hope.

We are so grateful for your partnership and the way you live out God’s love in action.