True Charity

Awakening Potential: Innovative Programs Engaging Youth in Poverty
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Date and time: Thursday, December 11, 12-1 pm Central

Across the country, creative nonprofits are helping young people overcome barriers and build brighter futures. In this webinar, you’ll hear from two leaders using hands-on, empowering “earn-it” models to reach youth in poverty:
Becky O’Mara, Co-Founder of Bearings Bike Works in Atlanta, where youth earn bikes by repairing and building them—learning confidence, discipline, and real-world skills.
Ismael Hernandez, Founder and President of the Freedom & Virtue Institute and visionary behind their Self-Reliance Clubs program, where students create entrepreneurial projects to fund school supplies and achieve personal goals.
You’ll also hear from Bethany Herron of True Charity, who will present True Charity’s newest Model Action Plan (MAP) outlining Youth Earn-It Models. She’ll share practical guidance on how to launch programs like Becky’s and Ismael’s in your own community to empower young people, unlock their potential, and help break cycles of generational poverty.
Don’t miss this inspiring panel discussion highlighting practical, dignity-based models that help youth realize their capacity and purpose through meaningful work. Register today!

Community Workshop in Bolivar, MO
2025-10-28 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Grand Missouri Bank, 1630 S Killingsworth Ave, Bolivar, MO, 65613, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Bolivar, MO area, this is for you!

The True Charity Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The True Charity Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

DATE: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00–4:30 Workshop
VENUE: Grand Missouri Bank
LOCATION: 1630 S. Killingsworth Ave., Bolivar, MO 65613
COST: Early bird $20 until October 3, then $25 after that

Registration ended on October 20.
For any questions, reach out to amanda@truecharity.us

Valuing All Expertise—Incorporating Lived Experience in Program Design
2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Date and time: Thursday, October 16, 12-1 pm Central
Speaker: Marlo Fox, Executive Director, Think Tank, INC

Who do you picture when you think of an expert? Most of us value expertise—whether it’s earned through education, professional experience, or through our relational networks. But too often, we overlook the powerful insights that come from those who have personally faced and overcome the very challenges we’re trying to solve.
Join us for a thought-provoking webinar where we’ll explore what it truly means to value all forms of expertise in poverty alleviation program design. Discover why intellectual and relational knowledge are essential—and why lived experience is just as critical for designing effective programs.
We’ll discuss how to avoid token input and move beyond traditional feedback methods by designing solutions together from the very start. Learn practical strategies to meaningfully engage experiential leaders, share ownership, and unlock creativity and momentum where you’ve been stuck.
Whether you’re a community leader, nonprofit professional, or changemaker, this session will empower you to build more effective, and credible initiatives—by valuing all expertise and designing together.
Don’t miss this opportunity to reimagine how you work with your community—register today!

MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE: Virtual Policy Forum: Advancing Poverty Solutions at City Hall
2025-09-05 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
This is a True Charity Network member-exclusive event. You can become a member here: Join the Network

If you work directly with people in poverty, your voice is essential in shaping policies that affect them. The most practical and powerful place to start is in your own community.

You’re more than an advocate. You’re a subject matter expert who sees the challenges of poverty up close. When city leaders hear your informed perspective and see your sincere desire to solve real problems, they’re far more likely to view you as a trusted ally—not a critic or competitor.

Join us for our annual policy forum as we discuss proven strategies for influencing local policy at city hall. This event is for you if you’ve ever felt:

Doubtful that your voice can shape local decisions
Intimidated by the idea of engaging city leaders
Unsure which city policies need your input

You’ll hear from Patrick Tuohey of the Better Cities Project, who equips engaged citizens to drive municipal policy change that protects work, housing, and educational opportunities, and more, for all.

This Network member-exclusive forum offers both presentation and open discussion—so come ready with your questions, insights, and a willingness to engage. The format is longer than our typical webinar at 90 minutes, and we will encourage “camera-on” discussion in the last half of the event. Together, we’ll explore how we can drive meaningful policy change in our own communities.

Community Workshop in Lebanon, MO
2025-08-08 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Wallace Center, 325 Harwood Ave, Lebanon, MO, 65536, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Lebanon, MO area, this is for you!

The True Charity Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The True Charity Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

DATE: Friday, August 8, 2025
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 Workshop
VENUE: Wallace Center
LOCATION: 325 Harwood Ave, Lebanon, MO 65536
COST: $0 – True Charity Network Members, $15 for non-members

Reaching the Unsheltered Homeless: Tips for Impactful Outreach Programs
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Date & Time
Jun 26, 2025 12:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

Description

Homelessness in the United States has reached historic levels across nearly all populations — including those experiencing unsheltered homelessness. As of 2024, more than 152,000 people live in chronic homelessness — one in three of the total homeless population, and a 27% increase over the past 17 years.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development defines “unsheltered homeless” as individuals whose primary nighttime location is a public or private place not meant for sleeping — including tents, sidewalks, vehicles, and encampments. Despite increased shelter capacity and record-level funding, the crisis continues to escalate.
So, what can be done?
At the heart of long-term change is relationship — one that combines compassion, discernment, and challenge. In this webinar, we’ll explore how relationship-based outreach can lead people from survival on the streets to a flourishing life.
Topics include:
-How to break through walls of mistrust to build genuine, reciprocal relationships
-Tips for assembling and training a team to engage with the unsheltered homeless
-Strategies to encourage the use of local resources that promote stability and dignity
Our featured speaker serves as the Evangelism Coordinator at Watered Gardens Ministries, where she leads outreach efforts to connect with the unsheltered in her community. She brings firsthand insights, practical tips, and hope-filled stories from the front lines.
Join us for an honest and hopeful conversation on reaching the unreachable — and helping them find a path home.

Lunch & Learn: Biblical Principles of Effective Charity
2025-06-25 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Beacon of Hope, 401 S Swegles St, St. Johns, 48879, United States
DATE: Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025
TIME: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
VENUE: Beacon of Hope
LOCATION: Youth Room – 401 S Swegles St, St. Johns, MI

Turn Your Nonprofit or Church Website into a Donor and Volunteer Magnet
2025-05-22 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Is your website inspiring action—or causing potential supporters to bounce? In this practical webinar geared toward nonprofits and churches, we’ll show you how to turn your homepage into a high-converting hub for giving and involvement.
You’ll learn:
-The 5 essential elements every nonprofit homepage must include
-How to structure your site like a funnel that drives donations and volunteer signups
-The most common website mistakes—and how to fix them fast
-Proven content strategies that resonate with donors’ values
-Tools and plug-ins that increase engagement and simplify giving
Whether you’re revamping your site or just looking for a few key upgrades, this session will equip you to create a mission-driven website that works 24/7 to grow your impact.

True Charity Community Workshop - Milwaukee, WI
2025-05-06 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Concordia University Wisconson, 12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Milwaukee, WI, 53097, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Milwaukee, WI area, this is for you!
DATE: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – register by April 29
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 Workshop
VENUE: Concordia University Wisconsin; Albrecht Hall – Terrace Room
LOCATION: 12800 N. Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI 53097
COST: $25 – includes lunch and materials
SPONSORS: True Charity and Freedom & Virtue Institute
True Charity’s Community Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

Community Workshop in Rolla, MO
2025-04-29 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Grace Church Rolla, 12640 US-63, Rolla, 65401, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Rolla, MO area, this is for you!

DATE: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 Workshop
VENUE: Grace Church Rolla
LOCATION: 12640 US-63, Rolla, MO 65401
COST: Early Bird – $25 ($20 for 3+ from your organization)
After April 8 – $30 ($25 for 3+ from your organization)
Includes workshop materials, snacks, and lunch

True Charity’s Community Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

True Charity 2025 Summit
2025-04-09 - 2025-04-11 | Huntsville First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL, 35801, United States
See main page for the 2025 Summit here.

The True Charity Summit is an annual conference of charity practitioners from nonprofits and churches seeking best practices of effective charity.
This 3-day conference will equip you, your staff, and your volunteers with the essentials and tools to make a bigger impact in the fight against poverty.
Find out more here: https://www.truecharity.us/summit-2025/

True Charity Community Workshop - Gainesville, GA
2025-02-20 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | First Baptist Chuch, Gainesville, 751 Green Street, Gainesville, GA, 30501, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Gainesville, GA area, this is for you!
DATE: Thursday, February 20, 2025
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 Workshop
VENUE: First Baptist Church, Gainesville
LOCATION: 751 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

COST: Early Bird – $15 – by January 31, 2025; After February 1 – $20

SPONSORS: Good News at Noon, The Norton Agency, and Peach Street Bank & Trust

Starting a Mentoring Program: Design for Ministries and Nonprofits
2025-02-13 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
When: Thursday, February 13, 12-1 pm Central
Speakers: True Charity Network member panel

Join our network member panel on February 13th! You may be enthusiastic about implementing mentoring within your organization. But, knowing how to build up and unleash committed mentors can be difficult. How do you incorporate mentoring within your existing programs? How do you recruit members? Should mentoring happen in a group or one-on-one? Come and learn from three members. They will share their stories and practical guidance for unleashing the power of relationships through mentoring.

Defend Your Liberty with Strong Governing Documents
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Speaker: Patrick Piccolo, Alliance Defending Freedom, Legal Counsel

In a turbulent culture, is your nonprofit or church protected from religious liberty threats? Culture influences our nation’s laws, and those laws may affect your ministry.

In our current challenging legal environment, churches and nonprofits need to consider questions like the following:
-Do sexual orientation or gender identity laws challenge your organization’s core values?
-What employment policies should you have in place to bolster your ministry’s religious freedom protections?
-Do your governing documents sufficiently protect your organization should you be sued for discrimination?

Thankfully, you don’t have to navigate these legal questions alone. In this webinar, Alliance Defending Freedom, the largest legal ministry in the world, will detail current legal challenges Christian ministries are facing and share practical steps to safeguard your religious liberty so you can continue your ministry in accordance with your beliefs.

During this live event, you can expect to:
-Learn how to strengthen your governing documents to provide a strong legal foundation for your ministry’s religious liberty
-Discover how the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance program can support your ministry’s mission
-Engage in a live Q&A session with an ADF attorney to help answer your questions

Can Innovation End Poverty? Three Steps to Helping Without Hurting
2024-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Date: Thursday, December 5, 12-1 PM Central
Speaker: Tabitha Kapic, The Chalmers Center
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What happens when you combine God’s biblical story of change, asset-based development, and a cutting-edge process for innovation known as “design thinking”? You have the makings of an effective poverty alleviation program that fosters real change in the lives of all participants.
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Join True Charity and The Chalmers Center as we explore how charity practitioners are solving challenges in their communities, with their own resources, with greater success than ever. You’ll glean best practices for smart program design and learn about Chalmers Innovate, a training program designed to walk you through applying poverty alleviation ministry principles in your own context.

Community Workshop in Moberly, MO
2024-11-15 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Central Christian College of the Bible, 911 E Urbandale Drive, Moberly, MO, 65270, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer – if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Moberly, MO area, this is for you!

DATE: Friday, November 15, 2024
TIME: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 Workshop
VENUE: Central Christian College of the Bible; Pelfrey Hall – Pioneer Room
LOCATION: 911 E Urbandale Drive, Moberly, MO 65270
COST: $30 – Includes workshop materials, snacks, and lunch

True Charity’s Community Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

Measuring Your Impact: Outcomes Workshop | Brunswick, GA
2024-11-04 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Community Church Brunswick Campus, 181 Mall Blvd., Brunswick, GA, 31525, United States
DATE: Monday, November 4, 2024
TIME: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST
VENUE: Community Church Brunswick Campus
LOCATION: 181 Mall Blvd. Brunswick, GA 31525
COST: No cost – Thank you to our sponsors for making this event free.

To truly understand the impact of your programs on people’s journey towards a flourishing life, it’s essential to look beyond mere participation numbers and giveaways and focus instead on long-term results like stable housing, employment, education, and family reunification. Join True Charity’s Vice President of Programs, Nathan Mayo, for a comprehensive session on how to effectively measure these vital indicators of success.

This valuable event is made possible by the generous support of St. Marys Methodist Church Foundation and Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation.

Charity Essentials for Pastors: Transforming Church Outreach
2024-10-29 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Haworth Hotel at Hope College, Ballroom 134, 225 College Ave, Holland, MI, 49423, United States
DATE: October 29, 2024; RSVP below before October 22, 2024
TIME: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
VENUE: Haworth Hotel at Hope College, Ballroom 134
LOCATION: 225 College Ave., Holland MI 49423
COST: No cost. Thanks to the Dick & Ethie Haworth Foundation for making this event free and providing lunch.
Pastors, missions leaders, and outreach staff are invited to gather with True Charity for an event on the importance of equipping the Church to empower individuals struggling in poverty.

True Charity’s Founder and CEO, Dr. James Whitford, will share his expertise from over 20 years of experience ministering to the poor in Southwest Missouri. Dr. Travis Hurley, VP of Advancement, will engage with participants from the perspective of a former pastor and current US Navy chaplain. Together, the two will outline practical and biblically-based guidance congregations can use to best address poverty needs.

True Charity Dinner
2024-10-22 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Spencer Manor Winery, 15064 MO-68, StJames, MO, 65559, United States
If you’re a Phelps County business leader, philanthropist, or community stakeholder committed to helping our neighbors escape poverty, we invite you to join us for an impactful event with Dr. James Whitford, founder and CEO of True Charity! These events are hosted by the Phelps County Dream Center and funded by the TKD Foundation and the Dream Center.
DINNER | 6:00 PM
Location: Spencer Manor Winery; St. James, MO
For business leaders, philanthropists, and community stakeholders. Dr. Whitford will discuss how to maximize your community impact through strategic charitable initiatives and collaboration.
Attend the event that fits your role, or join both to enhance your understanding and contribution. Let’s work together to create lasting change in Phelps County.

You can also join us for a LUNCHEON | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Location: Phelps County Dream Center
For Charity practitioners, including nonprofit and ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers. Dr. Whitford will share insights and strategies from over 20 years of ministry experience.

True Charity Luncheon
2024-10-22 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Phelps County Dream Center, 12640 US-63, Rolla, MO, 65401, United States
If you’re a Phelps County charity practitioner, ministry or nonprofit leader, staff member or volunteer committed to helping our neighbors escape poverty, we invite you to join us for an impactful event with Dr. James Whitford, founder and CEO of True Charity! These events are hosted by the Phelps County Dream Center and funded by the TKD Foundation and the Dream Center.
LUNCHEON | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Location: Phelps County Dream Center
For Charity practitioners, including nonprofit and ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers. Dr. Whitford will share insights and strategies from over 20 years of ministry experience.

You can also join us for DINNER | 6:00 PM
Location: Spencer Manor Winery; St. James, MO
For business leaders, philanthropists, and community stakeholders. Dr. Whitford will discuss how to maximize your community impact through strategic charitable initiatives and collaboration.
Attend the event that fits your role, or join both to enhance your understanding and contribution. Let’s work together to create lasting change in Phelps County.

Relief to Development: Overcoming Staff Resistance to Program Change
2024-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
This event is exclusive to True Charity Network members.
You can learn more and join here: truecharity.us/join

While you may be enthusiastic about switching to a development-focused ministry, some of your staff members might struggle to understand the need for such a change.

As a leader, how can you build buy-in among your staff, handle resistance to change, and propose new ministry models in a way that honors the work individuals have done for years? Come and learn from three members—a founder, an executive director, and a board member—as they share their stories of organizational change and give advice for handling opposition with grace.

Legal Compliance: What Every Nonprofit Leader Needs to Know
2024-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Title: Legal Compliance: What Every Nonprofit Leader Needs to Know
Date and time: August 8th 12-1 pm Central

Safeguard your nonprofit from legal threats so that you can stay out of court and accomplish your mission. As the legal environment becomes more vast and complex, it’s increasingly important that faith-based nonprofit leaders remain informed of compliance best practices. In this webinar, we’ll hear from a Napa Legal expert about the most important state laws that can impact the work of your faith-based nonprofit. In particular, we’ll focus on employment nondiscrimination laws, charitable solicitation registration laws, and state tax laws. Join us for this crash course on legal compliance so that you can avoid legal headaches and carry out your mission with confidence, sustaining your ministry for years to come.

True Charity Workshop - River Forest, IL
2024-08-05 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Chicago University Concordia, 7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer—if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the River Forest, IL area, this is for you!

Date: Monday, August 5, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM Check-In; 9:00 – 4:30 PM Workshop
Venue: Chicago University Concordia; The Christopher Center, Room CC248/CULearn
Location: 7400 Augusta St. River Forest, IL 60305
Cost: No cost thanks to our sponsors for making this event free and providing lunch

The True Charity Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The True Charity Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

Thank you to our sponsors:

Mobilizing Your Community Toward Effective Charity
2024-06-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
It took Meet the Need 23 years to learn these effective charity lessons. They’ll give you the spark notes in one hour.
Join us for a chat with Jim Morgan, Founder and President of the software company “Meet the Need”, as he unpacks lessons learned over their 23-year journey of technological innovation to fight poverty. You’ll discover insights gleaned from communities like yours as they equipped and mobilized the church to address needs through their collaborative software.
This webinar will cover best practices for community collaboration and effective charity basics for individual organizations. Whether you are new to the effective charity movement or ready to get others in your community on board, this webinar is for you!

True Charity Workshop - St. Marys, GA
2024-05-14 08:30 - 16:30 UTC | St. Marys Methodist Church, E 106 Conyers St, St. Marys, 31558, United States
Whether you’re a nonprofit or church leader, staff member, board member, or volunteer—if you’re involved in poverty alleviation in the Southeast Georgia area, this is for you!

Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM Check-In, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Venue: St. Marys Methodist Church
Location: 106 E Conyers St , St Marys, GA 31558
Cost: No cost thanks to our sponsors for making this event free and providing lunch

Sponsored by True Charity Network Member, St. Marys Methodist Church Foundation, Inc. along with Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation, the True Charity Workshop is based on Marvin Olasky’s “7 Marks of Compassion.” The event couples dynamic presentations with opportunities for deep discussion and collaboration. The True Charity Workshop is a refreshing opportunity to explore principles of relational, responsible charity and to strategize with other vested community members to truly move the poverty needle in your community!

Thank you to our sponsors:

Mental Health Ministry on the Frontlines
2024-05-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Join True Charity and Dr. Matt Stanford, CEO of Hope and Healing Center & Institute, as we delve into the vital intersection of mental health and faith-based service within impoverished communities. Through a blend of practical strategies and biblical principles, attendees will gain insights into fostering supportive environments, offering compassionate care, and implementing effective resources to promote holistic well-being. By integrating mental health awareness into their ministries, leaders can cultivate environments of healing and hope for individuals grappling with poverty and mental health struggles.

Navigating the Network: How to Maximize your Membership
2024-04-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Have questions about your membership? Not sure how to navigate the member’s portal? Need to refresh your staff or board members on True Charity resources? Been around for a while, but want to see what’s new?
This interactive webinar is for you! Come for a casual presentation on how to get the most out of the True Charity Network, ask all your questions, and make a plan for your next steps!
“Navigating the Network: How to maximize your membership” is a public webinar. Non-Network members are welcome to come and learn as well!

Webinar: How Healthy Marriages Reduce Poverty
2024-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
It’s no secret: The family is in a freefall. Over the last two generations, family disintegration has increased at an alarming rate, and along with that has come a host of social dysfunctions and maladies, such as poverty. The question is: can anything be done to save the sacred institution of family? Join True Charity and Communio Founder and President, J.P. De Gance, as he unpacks the correlation between healthy marriages and poverty reduction, citing research and statistics from Communio’s work and J.P.’s coauthored book, Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America.

J.P. De Gance
Founder and President · Communio

JP is the co-author of the book Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America and the founder and president of Communio, a nonprofit that consults with churches, equipping them with proven strategies and technologies to solve our nation’s family and faith crisis.

Breaking Free: Building Motivation to Conquer Addiction
2024-01-30 12:00 UTC
Addiction has a stranglehold on many, trapping them in poverty. Freedom is attainable, but feeble, half-hearted attempts for it won’t cut it. A sustained, deeply rooted motivation for change is key to escaping the grip of addiction. As charity practitioners, we can help build this unwavering motivation with the right strategies and language. Join True Charity and Adult and Teen Challenge as we explore how to foster a healthy desire for change in those who are in the clutches of addiction. You’ll leave with a better understanding of the true nature of addiction as well as tools to attack the roots of addiction in those you serve.

Wendy Buttacy
Chief Operating Officer · Adult and Teen Challenge

Wendy is the Chief Operating Officer of Adult and Teen Challenge USA. During her time at Adult and Teen Challenge, Wendy has played an instrumental role in the development of curricula to help men and women break the cycles of addiction. In her current position, Wendy works closely with Adult and Teen challenge staff, field leaders, and partners across North America to develop, communicate, and execute the operational strategy of the organization.

Webinar: Helping Without Hurting in Benevolence Ministry
2023-11-29 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
When someone asks your church for financial assistance, how should you respond?
Many churches wrestle with this question in their benevolence ministries. Do you cut a check? Pray for them and send them on their way? We know there are no easy answers when it comes to effective poverty alleviation. However, the right philosophy, tools, and supportive community can equip your congregation to get to root issues and walk in humble relationship with those you serve as you seek restoration– together. Join True Charity and The Chalmers Center, the group behind the bestselling book When Helping Hurts, as we discuss best practices for healthy benevolence ministries. We’ll talk about wise policies, helpful tools your church can use, and strategies for training mercy ministry volunteers on how to respond to requests.
