Advancing Native Missions

Start A Spark of Central Virginia is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing firewood to families in need across Fluvanna County and its surrounding areas, free of charge. Established over 18 years ago and formalized as a nonprofit two years ago, the organization relies on volunteers to assist with wood splitting and deliveries to supported families. The organization hosts events where volunteers utilize hydraulic wood splitters and chainsaws to process donated wood. Once the wood is split, volunteers then deliver it to families in the community, ensuring warmth and comfort during the colder months. Generated from the website

The mission of Interfaith Outreach Association is to relieve distress and improve the quality of life for our neighbors in need by providing programs that offer education, guidance, and support. IOA serves as a vehicle for interfaith cooperation in Central Virginia whereby congregations become members of IOA and enter into partnerships with each other, their respective denominations, and community agencies to accomplish its mission. IOA serves the cities of Lynchburg and Bedford and the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell. Interfaith Outreach Association ( IOA ) began as a program of Lynchburg Covenant Fellowship ( LCF ) in 1966. The Reverends Bev Cosby of Church of the Covenant, Doug Oldenburg of Covenant Presbyterian Church, James Pannell of Jackson Street United Methodist Church and Alex Robertson of St. Paul's Episcopal Church joined together to help meet needs in our community. Through their efforts, a program that provided tutoring for inner city children was established. As additional needs became apparent, IOA formed its own 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) agency in 1982, known as Kum Ba Yah Association. The name was changed to Interfaith Outreach Association in 1991 to more clearly state the Association's mission to work in an interfaith effort. Our success in developing programs that respond to the needs of our neighbors is reflected in the spin off of agencies that began as programs of IOA, including Greater Lynchburg Habitat for Humanity, The Adult Care Centers, and the Free Clinic of Central Virginia's MedsHelp prescription program. IOA continues to develop programs and partner with other agencies to accomplish its mission.

Good News Ministries is a church family located in Staunton, VA, dedicated to fostering relationships through shared worship, service, and spiritual growth. The community invites individuals and families to join them in seeking Christ together and engaging in meaningful fellowship. With a focus on inclusivity, Good News Ministries offers a variety of services, including Sunday morning worship and midweek Bible studies, catering to all ages. Their mission emphasizes love for God, love for people, and the importance of making disciples within the community. Generated from the website