25 Project Inc

THE NEEDY. THE OVERLOOKED. THE MARGINALIZED. JESUS IDENTIFIED WITH THE SUFFERING. HE ENTERED INTO THEIR PAIN TO BRING LOVE, HOPE, AND WHOLENESS.

Our goal is to provide support, resources, and opportunities to empower these children, ensuring they have access to education, healthcare, and a safe environment, ultimately breaking the cycle of poverty and giving them a chance for a better life.

Matthew 25:31-46 reminds believers to join Jesus in this ministry by stepping into the lives of the helpless with compassion and humility. In this, Christ's Kingdom is made known to the world – where the outsider is welcomed in, the sick is made whole, and where the orphan finds a home.

Inspired by Matthew 25, the 25 Project partners with the Body of Christ to empower vulnerable children around the world with the hope of the Gospel, a loving community, and the tools they need to grow and thrive.

Our organization employs a multi-faceted approach to support vulnerable children. Our strategies include:

1. Unapologetically on Mission: We are passionate about Jesus and His power to transform hearts and lives. At the center of every initiative is a desire to point others to Him to find true hope and life. Sharing about Jesus and His teachings will always be the first objective because individual heart change leads to true and lasting change in families, communities, and future generations.

2. Education: We provide access to quality education, ensuring that these children have the opportunity to learn and develop essential skills for a brighter future.

3. Healthcare: We work to improve healthcare access and provide medical assistance to address the physical and mental well-being of the children, ensuring they receive proper care and support.

4. Shelter and Protection: We strive to create safe and nurturing environments for these children, offering shelter, protection, and emotional support to help them overcome trauma and build resilience.

5. Empowerment: Children are made in the image of God. As they grow and discover their gifts and abilities, they uniquely reflect God's glory to the world. Jesus is the only one who can heal the broken-hearted and bind up their wounds (Isaiah 61:1-3). Vulnerable children can thrive with renewed hearts and the tools they need to succeed in life.

6. Advocacy and Awareness: We advocate for the rights and well-being of orphan and vulnerable children, raising awareness about their challenges and mobilizing support from individuals, communities, and churches.

7. The Local Church: God has ordained the local church to be the primary place where believers worship, find a loving community, are edified and discipled in the faith, and are sent out into the world to proclaim God's love and truth. The 25P is not a church. Instead, the 25P is a collaborative organization that exists to inspire, mobilize, and support local churches and the individual believers within them in their calling to "…uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed" (Psalm 82:3). The 25P encourages and relies on local churches, both in the US and internationally, to join us in ministry to vulnerable children and families all over the world.

8. Real Impact Through Relationships: To truly impact a child's life and heart, they must experience loving and life-giving relationships. We know every child by name and strive to build trust, respect, and close relationships with each child, their relatives, and their community. Our goal is to develop life-long ties with the children we serve and to provide them with a robust support system that will care for them even after graduating from sponsorship.

By implementing these strategies, we aim to create sustainable change and improve the lives of orphan and vulnerable children, giving them hope, opportunities, and a chance for a brighter future.

The 25P possesses a range of capabilities to meet our goals effectively. These capabilities include:

1. Collaborative Partnerships: We actively collaborate with local individuals, communities, schools, and churches to leverage resources, expertise, and networks, ensuring a comprehensive and coordinated approach to addressing the needs of vulnerable children.

2. Needs Assessment and Program Design: We conduct needs assessments to understand the specific challenges vulnerable children face in each community. We design tailored ministries that address their unique needs and circumstances based on these assessments.

3. Resource Mobilization: We have a proven track record of successfully mobilizing resources, including financial support, in-kind donations, and volunteer engagement. These resources enable us to implement and sustain our ministries effectively.

4. Capacity Building: We invest in building the capacity of local staff and community members, providing training and support to ensure the long-term sustainability of our ministries. This empowers local stakeholders to take ownership and actively contribute to the well-being of vulnerable children.

5. Monitoring and Evaluation: We have monitoring and evaluation systems in place to assess the impact and effectiveness of our ministries. This allows us to continuously learn, adapt, and improve our interventions, ensuring that we make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

By leveraging these capabilities, we are confident in our ability to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children in developing countries, providing them with the support, opportunities, and resources they need to thrive.

As a Christian nonprofit organization, our mission is to provide support and care for vulnerable children in developing countries. We are proud to share our organization's progress in the following areas:

1. International Reach: In developing countries, we have made significant strides in addressing the challenges orphaned and vulnerable children face. Through our partnerships and ministries, we have provided access to education, healthcare, and essential resources, improving their overall well-being and offering them hope for a better life.

3. Spiritual Guidance: We prioritize providing spiritual guidance and support to the children we serve. We aim to instill values of love, compassion, and faith, helping them develop a solid moral foundation and a sense of purpose.

4. Sustainable Solutions: We are committed to implementing sustainable solutions that create lasting change. By investing in education, vocational training, and community development, we empower orphaned children to become self-sufficient and break the cycle of poverty.

5. Collaborative Efforts: Our progress results from solid partnerships with local communities, churches, and other organizations. By working together, we have been able to maximize our impact and reach a greater number of vulnerable children in need.

Through our organization's progress, we continue to fulfill our Christian mission of providing love, care, and support to orphaned children, ensuring they can thrive and experience the transformative power of God's love.

What's next?

Our 10 year target is to have 1,500 children being effectively disciples by means of sponsorship. Our three-year plan is to have 800 children in our ministry with seventeen teams going on trips each year. In three years we also hope to have a first class sponsorship experience, have multiple vision trips each year, to improve our leadership development plan for in-country leaders, have a new headquarter office in Texas, and have 12 sponsorship events per year.