Communities First

I work for Good Samaritan Ministries (GSM), a Holland/Zeeland, Michigan faith based non-profit that works collaboratively with local churches, organizations, and businesses to strengthen our community. Our vision is to help the poor, build relationships, and strengthen our community. Our Beyond the Walls initiative seeks to equip and mobilize community coalitions for the purpose of building healthy neighborhoods. As the Congregational Resource and Training Manager, I convene and coach local churches and faith based organizations in Asset Based Community Development, to identify and utilize the resources already in the neighborhood and promote community transformation.