MISSION STATEMENTS OF PARTICIPATING CHARITIES

2007 SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE CHARITY HOME TOUR

BEDFORD CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES ASSOCIATION, INC. (Bedford)

Bedford Christian Ministries Association, Inc. has been established to provide a centralized, ecumenical ministry of spiritual support and material relief to the people of the Bedford City and County area. BCMA carries out this objective by: (1) promoting cooperation among local congregations and other community agencies, in order to achieve a coordinated effort to improve the quality of life for both individuals and families and (2) by establishing a central location in Bedford City or County for an easily accessible, informal Christian presence among those in need.

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY PROGRAMS OF THE BLUE RIDGE, INC.
(Rocky Mount)

CAPS provides quality services and programs for children and families that promote the well being of children through advocacy, education, and collaboration within the community.

HELPING HANDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY (Rocky Mount)

Helping Hands of Franklin County exists to serve the emergency needs of the people of Franklin County. We believe in the goodness and dignity of each individual and support this belief by treating each person with compassion, respect, and confidentiality. We offer emergency assistance where appropriate and we stand ready to assist each person we serve with a more permanent solution to their problems through counseling and referrals.

LAKE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES, INC. (Moneta)

Lake Christian Ministries provides emergency financial aid, food, clothing, and other household items to individuals and families at or below the poverty level who live in the Smith Mountain Lake area of Bedford and Franklin Counties. Our clients are unable to obtain the critical medical, food, and housing expenses they need due to unemployment, illness, family disruptions, or other unexpected occurrences. Our mission is based on providing these essentials in a loving and Christian atmosphere.

LYNCHBURG DAILY BREAD (Lynchburg)

The mission of Lynchburg Daily Bread is to provide a shelter where individuals in need can be fed nutritious meals at no cost in a Christian atmosphere. Additionally, the Daily Bread provides a setting where the clients can interact with each other and the many compassionate community volunteers.

MEALS ON WHEELS OF THE GREATER LYNCHBURG AREA (Lynchburg)

Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lynchburg Area is a service designed to assist the frail, elderly, and younger disabled shut-ins of Lynchburg and the immediate contiguous counties by providing them with one balanced, nutritious, hot meal (lunch) five days per week. The program is for those persons who cannot cook for themselves, have no one to cook for them, and may be unable to leave their home for meals. This service allows people to stay in their homes, maintain some independence, and avoid living in costly institutions, a financial benefit to the client and the community.

ROANOKE VALLEY INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK (Salem)

Our mission is to mobilize faith communities to return homeless families to independence by providing skills development and temporary housing.

SALEM AND ROANOKE COUNTY FOOD PANTRY (Salem)

Our Bylaws state that the purpose of the Food Pantry is to provide food to those in need within our service area. In an effort to meet immediate food needs, referrals are made by local churches and The Department of Social Services, as well as other agencies.