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Community Resources
Want to get involved in local ministries?
Here are some places you can volunteer or get help.
Azalea City Prison Ministries/Refuge of Hope
Sharing the Gospel with the Incarcerated
Hope after Prison
7566 Hwy 84 E
Quitman, GA 31643
229-263-4064
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Camp Rock of Georgia Foster Agency
Make a difference by fostering! Camp Rock of Georgia is a faith based foster agency that offers supportive services, such as: mentoring camps, equine therapy, and foster parent support.
1736 W Gordon ST
Valdosta, Ga 31602
(229) 244-1920
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Celebrate Recovery Valdosta
A Christ-Centered Recovery Ministry
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step ministry based on the Bible. We meet every Monday at 6pm at CrossPointe Church and seek to be a community resource to all. In addition to help with recovery from drugs and alcohol, anyone with a hurt, habit or hang-up can find hope, encouragement and a safe place to deal with their struggles. You can find more info at our website or by calling the number below.
Pat Patten, Ministry Leader
CrossPointe Church
4100 N Valdosta Rd
Valdosta, GA 31602
229-546-5755
website: www.celebraterecovery.cc
email: crvaldosta@gmail.com
**There are many churches in the WAFT listening area that have Celebrate Recovery groups. Check here to find the one closest to you: www.celebraterecovery.com
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Evans Memorial Camp
Evans Memorial Camp provides a place for men and families to come and know their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our vision is to bring healing to the fatherless and restore families, by breaking the chains of addiction, and equipping them with the personal tools to build character.
Richard Wagner, Director
1229 N Hwy 221
Lakeland, GA 31635
229-560-2909
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House of Hope
A one year home for women struggling with drugs, alcohol or abuse
"House of Hope is a beautifully renovated farm house filled with the love and presence of God......Our number one priority is .....an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ."
Sharon Wagner, Executive Director
PO Box 489
Lake Park, GA 31636
229-241-2707
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Jesus and Jam
Spreading the Love of Jesus
We are a non-profit organization, reaching the children of Clinch County with a meal and a message.
Volunteers meet Saturdays at 7:45 a.m. to pack meals for 850-900 children. We also have Community Garden and Learning Kitchen ministries.
Lee LaJuanta Mattox
75 Hampton Street
Homerville, GA 31634
912-337-5342
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Lifehouse Maternity Home
Offering shelter and hope to unwed pregnant girls
Lifehouse Maternity Home is now offering "Earn While You Learn," a program offering Boutique Bucks. Join parenting classes, Bible studies, etc and earn Boutique Bucks! These bucks can be used at the boutique to buy baby clothes, maternity clothes, food, baby supplies, and more. They also offer job training, a fatherhood program, and tutoring.
LaRae Moore, Executive Director
403 E 2nd St
Tifton, GA 31793
229-396-5433
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Living Bridges Ministry
We are a group of Christians from several area churches who are answering God’s call to serve a neighborhood in South Valdosta!
What we do:
Kids’ Connection, our Vacation Bible School at the park, runs for 8 Saturdays during the months of June, July, August and September.
Transformations helps people transition out of poverty and into self-sufficient living.
Other ministries include: Trunk or Treat, Thanksgiving Luncheon,
Birthday Party for Jesus!, Clothing Exchanges, and coming soon, Mom's Connection.
Mailing Address:
Darcy Gunter
9302 Davidson Road
PMB 175
Moody AFB, GA 31699
229-234-7427
email: info@livingbridgesministry.org
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The Mailbox Club
Bible Correspondence Lessons for Children
Mark Eager, Director
404 Eager Road
Valdosta, GA 31602
229-244-6812
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Mustard Seed Cottage, Inc
A maternal supportive housing residence for women ages 18 and older.
MSC is an upcoming home for women facing unplanned pregnancies who find themselves homeless and with no support. It will be a home filled with love, safety and Biblical principles. The “housing program” is offered to help women set and reach goals throughout their pregnancy and up until their baby is 18 months old. Skills such as parenting, pre-natal and breastfeeding will be offered as well as job skills and cooking skills. Financial management, tutoring and Bible studies will also be part of the program. Counseling and supportive meetings will be provided as needed. MSC is here to offer a hand-up and not a hand-out. For more information or to have someone come and speak to your church, small group, or civic group please contact us at 229-921-5966.
Leslee Adams
Founder/Executive Director
P.O. Box 2341
Moultrie, GA 31776
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Options Now
Want to make a difference for life? Join the life-affirming team at Options Now. Volunteers are needed: receptionists, patient advocates, prayer warriors – Together your time, talents and resources can make a difference! Call 229-333-0080 for more information.
Options Now offers free pregnancy testing, limited obstetrical ultrasound and STI Testing for individuals who find themselves in an unexpected pregnancy. Call today for more information, 229-506-5017, www.optionsnow.org
Contact Information/Location
214 W Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
Phone: 229-333-0080
Fax: 229-247-4957
www.onpartners.org
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Penfield Christian Homes, Inc
Addiction Recovery Ministry for Men and Women
Established in 1979, Penfield Christian Homes is a ministry of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board with three campuses in Georgia: two male and one female. Penfield is carrying out its mission to "Reclaim Alcohol and Drug Addicted Men and Women Through Christ and Christian Love.”
Penfield offers a six-week professional residential treatment program to reclaim the lives of adult men and women suffering from addiction to drugs and alcohol. They also provide family education and aftercare support groups.
Contact an admissions counselor today.
1-866-542-5378
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Repeat Boutique Thrift Store
Repeat Boutique Thrift Stores is a retail ministry which funds Options Now, A Life Choice Clinic. Patrons are encouraged to DONATE items they no longer need or want and SHOP for new items in our upscale thrift store paradise. Featured are housewares, clothing, furniture, jewelry, toys, and a whole lot more! “We are not your average thrift store!” We pick up large items. Call 229-333-0063
Contact Information/Location
Main Store
285 Norman Dr
Valdosta, GA 31601
Phone: 229-333-0063
Second Store Location
Repeat Boutique
422A Northside Dr
Valdosta, GA 31602
Phone: 229-469-7775
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Restored Treasures: Upscale Thrift Shop
Proceeds benefit Evans Memorial Camp & House of Hope
103 Avenue B
Valdosta, GA 31601
229-242-8371
Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30AM-5:30PM
FB: Restored Treasures - Upscale Thrift Shop
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The Plentiful Pig, a local non-profit, is a ministry partner of WAFT. Plentiful Pig provides high quality pork to deserving organizations like shelters, food banks, disaster relief and other groups that provide supportive services to people in need. You can find more information and donate online at theplentifulpig.org.
A ministry outreach of Thompson Farms.
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Sandy's House (New Hope Horizons Inc.)
Sandy’s House is a 12 month residential program that serves women broken by addiction by providing housing, training and education. In serving these women it is our desire to see them come to know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and to gain their self worth through His love for them. Our goal is to see women transition successfully into being an active member in their community, the workforce and restoring healthy relationships with their family.
Laura Beth Smith, Director of Marketing
386.249.9284
PO Box 1044
Valdosta, GA 31603
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