BUILD - Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct-action

03/25/2026

Over 300 BUILD leaders gathered Monday evening for our Rally, gearing up to take action. This year, we are committed to securing justice for renters in Lexington who are facing unsafe housing conditions. We were also thrilled to welcome our newest congregation, Beaumont Presbyterian!

Please join us for the Nehemiah Action on April 14 at the Central Bank Center. Registration begins at 6:15 PM, and the program starts at 7:00 PM. Parking is available in the Central Bank lot for $8.38 (card only).

07/24/2025

This week, BUILD leaders joined organizers from across the country at the DART Justice Ministry Conference to sharpen our skills and strengthen our power to win justice here in Lexington.

And we don’t just win justice. We win co****le too! 🏆 Shoutout to Fr. Miguel and Juan for bringing home the championship for BUILD!

06/20/2025

BUILD is hiring a Lead Organizer to help grow the people power we need to win real, local change. This is a chance to work alongside a diverse network of faith communities in Lexington and tackle the root causes of serious community problems.

If you or someone you know is ready to organize for justice, check out the listing and apply:

BUILD is hiring a full-time community organizer to fight for racial and economic justice in Lexington, KY. Starting salary $58,000-$65,000.

06/16/2025

06/16/2025

Last Thursday, 150 BUILD leaders came together to celebrate our shared work for justice this year.

We also kicked off our investment drive, because this work is led and owned by our members. When we fund it ourselves, we stay accountable to the people—not outside agendas.

If you believe in BUILD’s mission, we invite you to invest in this work so we can keep building power for years to come.

Mail your investment to:
BUILD, PO Box 21874, Lexington, KY 40522

Or online at: https://www.givelify.com/donate/NjQ4NjM=/selection

👕 And don’t forget: BUILD T-shirt orders are open through July 22!
Shirts are $14.30 each. Free shipping to the BUILD office or $9.95 if shipped to your home. Order here: https://www.customink.com/g/cpy0-00cy-xs9x

05/05/2025

Tomorrow night, thousands of us are coming together for BUILD’s Nehemiah Action.

We’re standing with renters, with elders, and with everyone who needs reliable public transportation. We’re showing up because our community matters, and so do the decisions our leaders make.

The program starts at 7:00 PM at the Central Bank Center. Parking is $6.36 by card only when you enter. Lot 2 is the best option—it’s right across from the meeting room. If you have mobility challenges, a shuttle from Consolidated Baptist will be circling to drop folks off at the door.

So bring three people with you! And let’s show what’s possible when people of faith stand together for justice.

Rise up and BUILD!

04/03/2025

This past Tuesday, over 300 BUILD members came together to prepare for our upcoming Nehemiah Action!

We heard key updates on our campaigns for microtransit, eldercare (villages), and our newest issue: renters’ concerns. We also reflected on preparing for tension through Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Letter from a Birmingham Jail and shared in music and fellowship.

📅 Mark your calendars! The Nehemiah Action is happening May 6th at 7 PM at Central Bank Center.

Let’s rise up and BUILD!!!

04/03/2025

03/24/2025

11/22/2024

"One of the most helpful parts of being part of CLOUT is the trainings. It's great to learn in an environment where you can connect with others who share your challenges and understand your concerns." Evelyn, CLOUT leader of 10 years.

CLOUT leaders had a meaningful and inspiring time connecting with leaders from BUILD - Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct-action last night at the DART Research to Action Process training in Charleston, WV.

We learn and gain energy not only from the trainings sessions themselves, but from those in other communities working to create local systemic change.