SERVE

Volunteers are the heart of The Columbus Dream Center.

SERVING STUDENTS

In neighborhoods across Columbus we get to serve students and families through after school programs and small groups. Through consistent programming, kids and their families are empowered to pursue their God-given dreams.

After School Program

Our after school programs provide educational, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual support for students. Homework help, tutoring, meals, Bible lessons and engaging activities are a part of this program for elementary students in multiple locations.

Super Saturday

This program is designed for kids in grades Kindergarten-5th grade. It includes fun activities, meals, and lessons about Jesus through Bible study and small groups - the highlight of the weekend!

Youth Small Groups

Through small groups, we love to help students encounter Jesus and pursue their God-given dreams.

Holiday Events

Thanksgiving Baskets, Christmas Hope, Easter Baskets, Mother’s Day Luncheon and more are special annual events that serve Dream Center families by providing holiday help and a space for celebration together.

SERVING COMMUNITIES

In over a dozen Central Ohio neighborhoods, we have the opportunity to build relationships with families in neighborhoods and also individuals experiencing homelessness through community Adopt-A-Block and Block Parties.

Adopt-A-Block

Through this consistent outreach, we have the opportunity to visit 15+ underserved neighborhoods. Adopt-A-Block often includes distributing food and hygiene items, meeting other basic needs, playing with kids, picking up trash, and visiting families and individuals door-to-door.

Block Parties

During the summer, we celebrate by throwing Block Parties for communities. Meals, resources and fun activities are provided in community spaces where we serve year-round.

SERVING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS

Teams are mobilized to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of individuals on the streets of Columbus and at the Columbus Dream Center location. Free meals, showers, laundry and other resources are offered and serve to connect individuals with their next steps.

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner are served at the Columbus Dream Center throughout the week. Guests receive a meal while experiencing life-changing community and the opportunity to learn about and take their  next step (housing, jobs, relationship with Jesus, etc.).

Laundry and Showers

Our facility is equipped with laundry machines and showers for our guests to utilize. This is a program designed for us to connect one-on-one with guests, encouraging them towards their next step (housing, jobs, relationship with Jesus, etc.).