Ending generational poverty one family at a time.

We have a saying around here - "We love where we live!" But it's more than just a saying - it's one of our values that we want to live out every day. We actively look for ways to show the love of Jesus to our neighbors.


We celebrate Doing Good Month every November by partnering with a non-profit that's doing good in our community. This year we again have the honor of partnering with ICCF Community Homes.

Who is ICCF Community Homes?

We’re partnering with ICCF Community Homes to break the cycle of poverty in Grand Rapids. Research shows that affordable housing is the linchpin for reducing intergenerational poverty and boosting economic mobility. For example, Childhood homelessness increases the likelihood of adult homelessness by 40%


What’s Our Goal?

We are going to renew two homes, one located at 1347 Butler Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 and the other located at 1133 Thomas St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, to create affordable housing and interrupt the cycle of poverty for a family right here in West Michigan.

Prayer Gathering

On Thursday, November 16th from 6:30-7:00 p.m., we are having a prayer gathering at the house.

What Does Affordable Housing Do For A Person?

  • Breaks the cycle of poverty

    Affordable housing is the linchpin for reducing intergenerational poverty and boosting economic mobility.

  • Reduces childhood poverty

    Research shows that affordable housing is the most cost-effective strategy to reduce childhood poverty in the United States.

  • Increases economic mobility

    Children moving to lower-poverty neighborhoods see a 31% increase in earnings as adults and enjoy better living conditions.

  • Educational benefits

    Stable, affordable housing positively impacts childhood education, leading to improved earning potential.

  • Economic growth

    The shortage of affordable housing costs the U.S. economy about $2 trillion annually in lower wages and productivity.

  • Home ownership

    Stable housing leads to homeownership opportunities, building wealth through equity, and reducing housing costs.

  • Health impacts

    Housing is a key social determinant of health, with housing instability linked to negative health outcomes.

  • Limited aid

    Only 26% of eligible households received federal housing subsidies in 2013 due to limited funds.

  • Well-being

    Housing directly affects well-being, with housing instability linked to limited access to preventive care and infectious diseases.

  • Educational outcomes

    Stable, affordable housing is essential for good educational outcomes, particularly for low-income children.

  • Inter-generational impact

    Childhood homelessness increases the likelihood of adult homelessness by 40%.

Devetta’s Story

See what home ownership can do for generations

How you can make this happen

Financial Donation
  • $2.99

    general hardware, screws, nails, etc.

  • $29.95

    1 smoke detector, 1 furnace filter, 1 closet shelf, 1 window blind , a pack of doorstops, 1 shower curtain rod, 1 towel bar/ring, 1 door knob, 1 wall of drywall, 3 12” pieces of baseboard trim, 1 bucket of drywall mud

  • $299.50

    1 toilet, all window blinds for a house, all the smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors for one house, safety inspection for the water heater and furnace, 1 interior door, new deadbolts and locksets for exterior doors, 1 microwave, kitchen sink (installed), bathroom sink (installed), 30 sheets of drywall (2 rooms worth of drywall) (just material), baseboards for a few rooms (just material), mulch for garden beds, 1 dumpster for demolition, 5-gallon bucket of paint

  • $2,995.00

    Appliance package (Range, microwave, fridge), countertops & backsplash, vinyl plank (material), carpet

  • $29,950.00

    Renovate the entire condo

  • Bucket Passing

    Throughout November, we will be passing buckets during the worship experiences. All the money put in the buckets will go directly to ICCF to renovate the house on Butler Ave. This is a perfect opportunity to teach kids about the importance of giving.