KIDS & FAMILIES
We believe every child has immense potential – unfortunately, many of the kids have that potential thwarted by the cycles of addiction, crisis and poverty affecting their families.
We partner with local churches, volunteers, nonprofits, and public schools to help prevent these repeating cycles. We know that when we break cycles of destruction in the lives of children, they have hope for the abundant life God offers.
Research shows that THREE things help kids build resilience and fulfill their potential.
1. A stable environment at home
We know that the BEST way to build resilient kids is to have a loving, attentive and engaged parent in the home. We work with parents everyday to help them maintain their sobriety so they can show up for their kids. When a parent is clear-minded, working, growing and making "the next right choice," that parent is better able to support his or her child. We also support kids and family members who have been affected by addiction or crisis by connecting them with stabilizing resources such as our food pantry, case management, and counseling.
2. Connection to caring adults
We create pathways to positive relationships. Sometimes this looks like connecting with a volunteer at The Hope Center or a Quest for Christ club. Other times it looks like a unique opportunity to spend time with a parent in recovery, such as a sleepover, holiday party or campout. Such connections can change a child’s beliefs about their purpose, their potential and their future. And changing a child’s future is what changes our community.
3. A faith foundation
This foundation provides a struggling child with hope for the future and confidence they are loved. We sponsor Quest for Christ clubs that meet in public schools throughout the Iowa Quad Cities so that kids can encounter the love and grace of Jesus.
Interested in volunteering? Find out more HERE.
Here are some basics about the programs we offer:
Food Pantry
We partner with River Bend Food Bank and select Davenport schools to provide students and their families access to wholesome, fresh food twice a month. Staff at the school identify families who can use the pantry, located at The Hope Center at 306 Cedar Street. Most food is provided by River Bend Food Bank and it is staffed by volunteers.
Quest for Christ
We invite elementary students to connect with Jesus and each other once a week before or after school at our Quest for Christ clubs. We offer a fun-filled hour of Bible teaching, high-energy games, music and laughter. It’s a unique way for kids to explore their faith alongside school peers. We provide the volunteers and resources for about 14 clubs to run in area elementary schools, serving more than 400 kids.
The Hope Center
We opened The Hope Center in 2022 to serve as a hub of opportunities to kids and families in west Davenport. The Hope Center is located at 306 Cedar Street (one block from Smart Middle School). Plans are underway to build out more programs at The Hope Center so that kids living in West Davenport have a place to explore, grow and connect.