MEANS MISSION PROJECTS

Give the gift of HOPE. Our initiatives will empower and equip our local ministry partners in the Philippines to enable them to demonstrate Jesus’ compassion. Our local ministry partners have the information, the network, the capacity, and volunteers to help in the distribution and implementation.       

Small Steps. Big Impact. Great Rewards.

1. Give the HOPE of Reading – Read to Grow – Literacy and Reading Advocacy Program. This initiative promotes literacy and reading activities in partnership with local communities by providing access to children’s books. Through this program, books will be made available to young readers—many of whom will be holding and reading a colorful storybook for the very first time, specially written just for them. Imagine the joy and smiles on children’s faces as stories come alive, opening doors to learning, creativity, and hope for the future. The $25 will purchase 25 children’s books (R1642)

 

2. Give the HOPE of Rice. Your gift will help provide rice to under-resourced families in the Philippines, including street vendors, pedicab drivers, and small farmers. A gift of $50 provides one sack of rice, enough to feed a family of five for an entire month, offering hope during times of need. (R1861)

 

3. Give the HOPE of a Meal – Serve a meal. This program provides a simple, nutritious one-dish meal once a week to a designated group of children. While this is not a feeding program, it is a ministry of presence—allowing children to experience the love of Christ through compassion and service. Before each meal is shared, children will participate in Bible storytelling or a literacy activity, nurturing both their spiritual and educational growth. A gift of $25 provides 25 packs of nutritious meals. (R2068)

 

4. Give the HOPE of College Education – To provide scholarships for college student leaders. This initiative offers selected college students the opportunity to refine their gifts through a university education and targeted Christian leadership training and conferences. your gift will help provide school allowance for supplies, uniforms, internet connection, or pay for their board and lodging. Your $50 will help 1 college student per month, (R1823)

 

5. Give the HOPE of Child Education – will provide education assistance to children of single parents who are currently enrolled in school. Programs for children who are victims of child exploitation. The $10 gift per child will help purchase school supplies, school uniform and other school related needs. (R2211)

 

6. Give the HOPE to Prison Inmates- To bring cheers and hope to the inmates we visit. We serve these neglected communities through our carols, Christmas cards, literatures, food packs and flip-flops. $100 will provide goodies for one institution of 100 prison inmates. (R1846)

 

7. Give the hope to Families of inmates – Family Support Ministry Program. This is a new initiative at MEANS Our program provides one sack of rice, essential groceries, and reading materials to a selected deserving family each month. These families have a loved one who is currently incarcerated and are often facing emotional, social, and financial hardship. Each month, we prayerfully select one family in need to receive this support. $50.00 will provide help for one family. (R2310)

8. Give HOPE to Plant Trees. Care of Creation. This project aims to plant fruit trees native to the local school community. Within one to two years, these trees will enhance the beauty of the school grounds and begin to bear fruit. Who will benefit? The harvested fruits will be enjoyed by poor communities, supporting nutrition, sustainability, and environmental awareness. A gift of $10 provides 10 tree seedlings, directly contributing to environmental protection and community resilience. (R1713)

MEANS Development Goal: Why do we do what we do?  “The goal is to see people transformed to be what God created them to be; people who understand that they are created in the image of God with the gifts, abilities, and capacities to make decisions and to effect change in the world around them; people who steward their lives, communities, resources, and relationships in order to bring glory to God.”  

Steve Corbett –When Helping Hurts

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Mailing Address: PO Box 8434, Bartlett, IL 60106

Email: support@meansusa.org

 When the project need is fulfilled, the remaining funds will be re-allocated to where most needed.