Little Feats
Making sure no school-aged kids live without shoes.
We partner with local schools to make sure that no kids go to school in inappropriate footwear, whether it’s good walking shoes to get to class on time, rain boots for Erie’s fickle weather, or winter boots so no one gets frostbite.
What our volunteers do:
- Receive a call from our Little Feats coordinator (Laura Palmer).
- Go to a local shoe store where we have an account and get shoes matching the specifications.
- Go to the school and deliver the shoes to the student.
Erie City Mission
Team up with the Erie City Mission to make sure no one in Erie starves.
Do you have a heart for service and want to make a real difference in the lives of Erie’s homeless population? Help us serve the Erie City Mission by preparing and serving meals directly to Erie’s most vulnerable population.
Our volunteers should be:
- Willing to serve.
- Over 16.
- Prepared to arrive at 9:30 a.m. and leave at 1:30 p.m.
Kairos Prison Ministry
Share the gospel with those behind bars.
Kairos Prison Ministry International is a lay-led, interdenominational Christian ministry in which men and women volunteers bring Christ’s love and forgiveness to prisoners and their families. This ministry chases after the heart of Christ, but volunteers need to be ready for the commitment it expects. As a volunteer you should be:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Willing to attend about 36 hours of training before every retreat.
- Able to pass state-mandated background checks.
- Willing to attend additional trainings provided by the prison staff.
Men can only minister at men’s prisons, and women can only minister at women’s prisons. If you feel a heart to serve but can’t meet these requirements, you can still help by becoming a prayer partner with Kairos or donating to Kairos.
C3 Homeless Outreach
Help Erie’s unhoused population.
As the temperatures drop, our team is launching its winter supply drive to support our unhoused neighbors. Our immediate priorities are heavy winter coats, durable waterproof boots, thick thermal socks, and insulated gloves. We’re also collecting blankets, hand warmers, and sleeping bags to distribute directly through our outreach network.
Every contribution helps protect vulnerable community members from the harsh elements this season. Collection totes are in the hallway next to the information center. Want to learn more? Email Chris Ernst.
Veteran’s Miracle Center Erie
Helping Northwestern PA veterans get the help they need.
Our church members partner with the local Erie chapter of VMC by uninstalling aluminum ramps from disabled veterans’ homes and installing them at the homes of other disabled veterans who need them but didn’t qualify. These ramps can make a huge difference in the lives of veterans and their spouses.