08/05/2026
💙 344 lives. Countless stories of hope.
In just 15½ months, The Next Step Community Resource Center has become a place where our neighbors can find support, dignity, and hope during difficult times.
Together, with the generosity of our community, we've been able to provide:
• 🏠 Assistance to 344 unique individuals and families
• 🍽️ 2,764 meals served
• 👕 1,813 articles of clothing distributed
• 👟 115 pairs of shoes provided
• 🧺 169 loads of laundry completed
• ⛽ 153 gas cards distributed
• 🚌 165 bus tokens provided
• ❤️ Nearly $40,000 in direct basic needs resources, including clothing, hygiene supplies, meals, and other essential items
Behind every number is a person—a parent trying to provide for their children, someone searching for employment, a neighbor working toward stable housing, or an individual simply needing to know they aren't alone.
None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteers, donors, community partners, churches, businesses, and supporters who believe that everyone deserves hope and a chance to take the next step.
Thank you for being part of this mission. Together, we're building a stronger, more compassionate community—one person, one family, and one act of kindness at a time. 💙