The philly project

partnering with the local church, serving the most vulnerable neighbors, and providing transformative service opportunities.

July 26 - August 2

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summer of service

This summer our students will be heading to The Philadelphia Project Summer of Service, a week-long opportunity to serve communities in the Philadelphia area through practical projects such as home repairs, neighborhood outreach, and ministry to local residents.

The week also includes worship, teaching, and time together as a youth group as students grow in their faith while serving others. While we are there, students will be staying together in housing on an old college campus, which is part of the Philadelphia Project experience.

JULY 26 - AUGUST 2

Before the service portion of the trip begins, we will spend Sunday and Monday enjoying some group time at the water park at Great Wolf Lodge. On Monday afternoon, we will head into Philadelphia to begin our Summer of Service week.

Throughout the week, students will serve in a variety of ways in the city. At the end of the week on Saturday, we will participate in a community outreach event hosted on The Philadelphia Project’s campus, serving local families and neighbors. We will then head home on Sunday.

ministry opportunities

During the week, students will be placed in different ministry areas where they will have the opportunity to serve in meaningful and hands-on ways.

Church Ministry: Students will partner with local churches to serve their communities. This may include evangelism, helping with projects for church members, or connecting with people in the neighborhood for upcoming events.

Construction Ministry: Students will work on projects in homes and churches. This could include painting, hanging drywall, building walls, or helping clean up and prepare spaces.

Kids Ministry: Students will serve at local kids camps, working with a specific age group throughout the week and building relationships through games, activities, and teaching.

Mercy Ministry: Students will serve alongside local organizations that care for the city. This may include helping at food banks, serving meals, or assisting at homeless shelters.

Stenton Family Manor: Students will spend the week serving families at a local shelter, building relationships with children through activities like games, reading, crafts, and more. This is a very relational ministry where students will form meaningful connections.

Trip Cost

The total cost of the trip is $850 per student.

because of our youth group fundraising efforts, the church will cover $400 per student - therefore each student is responsible for $450.

Students who sign up for the trip will be expected to participate in the fundraisers that make this possible. Students can cover their $450 in several ways:

  • Asking friends and family for donations or support

  • Writing and sending support letters to friends and family

  • Setting up a personal fundraising page and sharing it with supporters

  • Doing small jobs (yard work, babysitting, etc.)

  • Paying the remaining amount out of pocket

Students should also plan to bring money for three meals while we travel, as well as additional spending money for the trip.

important dates

  • Parent Meetings

    April 14 and 15, 6:30 - 7:00pm

    A brief, informational meeting for anyone with questions.

  • Application Deadline

    April 20

  • $50 deposit due

    May 1

    Required to confirm your student’s spot.

  • Second Payment Due

    June 26

  • Final Payment Due

    July 24

Upcoming Fundraisers

  • Shred Event & car wash

    Saturday May 9
    8:30am - 2:30pm

    Shred Event: 9:00am - 12:00pm
    Car Wash: 10:00am - 2:00pm

    Students will help with a combined community document shredding event and car wash fundraiser.

  • Krispy Kreme Donut event

    Sunday May 17
    8:30am - 1:00pm

    Students will help sell Krispy Kreme donuts between both church services.

  • Car Wash

    Saturday June 13 (Tentative)
    9:30am - 1:30pm

    Depending on how much we raise during the first fundraisers, we may hold a second car wash fundraiser to help cover the remaining trip costs.

join us for this
incredible service opportunity

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If you have any questions about the trip or fundraising opportunities, please feel free to reach out. We’re excited for this opportunity for students to serve together and grow in their faith.