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At GraceWorks Ministries, we believe in the strength of community and the power of serving one another. Our mission is not just to provide aid, but to nurture a sense of belonging and support among all who call this place home. In this spirit, we extend our hands and hearts through our Neighbor Services, dedicated […]
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Welcome to a Journey of Impact and Inspiration! GraceWorks is thrilled to unveil our latest initiative, the “Faces of Grace” campaign, a vibrant celebration of the diverse group of individuals who are the heartbeat of our organization. Since our start in 1995, we’ve been committed to serving Williamson County and Middle Tennessee with dedication and
GraceWorks ended the calendar year in a blessed flurry of serving our Neighbors. All while we were distributing toys, hope and joy to children and families through the Manger, almost 800 Christmas Food Boxes were being delivered to these same families. In addition, we were still operating the food pantry at full speed ahead along
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At the advent of the new year, Megan* has learned a lot about new beginnings. With only the clothing on her back, Megan first came to GraceWorks in 2015. She was given clothing, food and prayer, which she later said changed her life. Indeed it did. Eight years later, she returned to GraceWorks. She is
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While attending a mission partner dinner at a local supporting church, I was asked the question “What is the best thing about GraceWorks?” Without hesitation I answered, “The best thing about us is the community that supports us!” I know that sounds cheesy, but it couldn’t be more true. I came here seven years ago
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A board member sent me a somewhat shocking article this week from the USDA Economic Research Service. The first line warned that food insecurity is on the upswing in Tennessee and sadly, according to the latest federal data, Tennessee’s increase is slightly above the national average! Even more shocking was that over the last two years,
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While not often, GraceWorks occasionally serves Neighbors newly released from the Williamson County Jail to give them a head start on a new life. Some of them, like John, have no other clothes or cash for transportation to their families. When jail personnel suggested John might find assistance at GraceWorks, he took the one-mile walk
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She and her teen-age daughter had escaped a domestic violence situation. She entered a domestic violence program that helped her find an apartment she could afford. She had found employment providing enough income to pay her rent, and her daughter had a part-time job to help with expenses. She even had no debt. Her problem?
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I am excited to announce that recently GraceWorks was awarded the highest rating of 4 stars by Charity Navigators! In case you are not familiar with them, Charity Navigators Charity Ratings and Donor Resources | Charity Navigator , is a 20-year-old independent organization that vets the effectiveness of nonprofits for those savvy donors who want
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Perhaps you have heard whispers that I will be retiring as CEO of GraceWorks. Well, it is true, I do plan to retire at the end of this fiscal year on June 30, 2024! There is lots to do in preparation for such a major transition, which is why I gave the Board over a
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