Forest Avenue Outreach
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
Ralph Chiodo
EMAIL
[email protected]
PHONE
515-991-2665
OFFICE ADDRESS
1511 12th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
Forest Avenue Outreach performs gospel outreach activities under the
guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit, in the King-Irving and
surrounding neighborhoods to the lost and hurting community in order to
meet basic needs, teach life skills, build relationships, love unconditionally,
and shine the light of Jesus into the darkness.
Youth Programs of Forest Avenue Outreach include the Fishing Club,
which uses the Fish Iowa! Curriculum to teach the basics of fishing to inner
city youth; the youth entrepreneurial and employment training
program and the Community Garden Club.
Community Programs include refugee mentorship and community meals,
and Urban Agriculture Programs include the Community Garden and the
Community Orchard, which provide an outdoor classroom and community
gathering area where people can access fresh food and are educated and
empowered to go home and grow their own food.
TYPE OF WORK
Faith Based, Community Based,
Educational/School, Garden Program HOW TO HELP
COUNTIES There are many opportunities to support the work of Forest Avenue
Outreach through financial and in-kind donations, volunteering, and
more. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to learn more through
their website and Facebook page and to contact Ralph Chiodo directly to
become involved.
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