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core valuesJesus ChristTruth

IntegrityCompassionAccountability

the pathways to progress:Spiritual Growth:Developing an intimate relationship with God.

Community:Learning to build relation-ships, seek restoration, and help & serve.

Industry:Fostering a strong work ethic through work assignments, internship, and employment.

Education:Gaining wisdom and understanding through study and experience.

our missionLighthouse Ministries, Inc. is set apart by the Spirit of God to communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ to meet the physical, emotional, and other needs of the poor and at-risk population.

Our vision is for those individuals we serve to achieve an overall outcome of God’s peace, life purpose, and fulfillment of potential.

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ocie ledfordemployee of the year

coleen colemanvolunteer of the year

Ocie joined the Lighthouse staff in the Fall of 2006 to develop and direct our KIDCare program. Ocie also volunteers her time at our Lakeland H.O.P.E. CenterBefore Ocie’s hiring, our residential children did not have a beneficial after-school environment in which to thrive. Now our children have a place to learn and grow. “I tell the kids from day one that I am there for them.”

Coleen began volunteering at the Brandon Family Store before its opening 2010. She comes weekly to work, but her heart is in minis-tering to the residents: “These new friends have re-minded me that God has a plan for each one of us, and that faithful commitment to Him allows Him to work out that plan in our day-to-day activities.”

In May 2010, Lighthouse welcomed six Masters of Counseling Psychology students from Southeastern University and Webster University as a part of our Life Coaching program. In addition to meeting with residents in a one-on-one setting, the life coaches also facilitate classes on topics such as recovery, handling mood disorders, and relationships.

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Lighthouse Ministries first opened as the Lakeland Lighthouse Rescue Mis-

sion on April 1, 1977. The ministry’s mission was to serve the least, the last, and the lost. Founded by Carl Warnock, a businessman, and Jim Welch, a

judge and practicing lawyer here in Lakeland, the two called on God to help with their mission. Realizing that location is every-thing, Warnock, purchased an abandoned liquor store on the

corner of Kentucky Avenue and Bay Street. This lo-cation was ideal because of its close proximity to Lakeland’s transient systems. Blair Fonner served as the first Director of the ministry.

With a little over a decade of service under our belt, Lighthouse Ministries had twice the capacity of any other shelter in Polk County. That same

year, over five thousand days of work were provided for those in transient shelters; including a packed lunch and transportation.

Gary Hull is named the new Director at Lighthouse. He was instrumental in expanding the ministry to reach the

needs of women and children through H.O.P.E. Outreach Centers. Gary and the board led the ministry to build the women’s shelter.

The H.O.P.E (His Outreach for People in Emergency) Outreach buildings were donated, giving Lighthouse an even bigger opportunity to serve

more of the Polk County community.

The Jay & Eloise Troxel Family Life Center for Women and Children opened in December, just in time for the

holiday season. The generosity of Jay Troxel, Publix Super Markets Charities, and community support helped to develop the largest and most comprehesive women’s and children’s transitional pro-gram in the Polk County community.

The George W. Jenkins Center of Learning was opened, which housed both the Adult Learning & Career Center and the Lighthouse Ministries

Community Preschool. In addition, the Plant City Thrift Shoppe, our second location, opened (our first outreach location in Hillsborough County).

Project Green Thumb began with a ceremony led by Congressman Adam Putnam. The hydroponic garden is the first of its kind used in a

homeless ministry and required training from the staff at Epcot. This project not only supplies fresh produce but it also provides job services for our residents.

The Hobbs Foundation Kids Technology Center opened. Lighthouse also opened its first distribution center (located at the east side of the

Troxel building) and received its first box truck to make deliveries and pick-ups.In honor of Lighthouse’s 30th birthday, the United States Postal Service authorized a special Lighthouse stamp cancellation and presented a poster-size stamp to Lighthouse.

Lighthouse expanded its employment services for our residents in 2008. Known as internships, employment opportunities were available in the

thrift shoppes, distribution center, and garden for advanced residents. We also opened our third thrift store, this one in Winter Haven, in November.

The Brandon Family Store opened in Hillsborough County in July, just as the “See the Need, Help Us Feed”

food box distribution ministry reached a record-high 18 Central Flor-ida locations.

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Under the leadership of Director Lee Schmookler, The Lighthouse Rescue

Mission officially changed its name to Lighthouse Ministries, Inc. In November, the first incarnation of our H.O.P.E Center, the Family Crisis Center, began distributing food, clothing, and household items.

In September, the new Men’s Rescue Mission was constructed and com-

pleted. The refurbished facility en-ables dorm capacity to grow from fourteen to thirty-two persons in which Lighthouse can serve. That same month, the Women and Fam-ily Division opened, as well as the Outreach to Polk County families began; expanding care and the ability to serve both women and children of the community.

through the years

founding board membersJames S. WelchpresidentRay S. Snydervice presidentCarl C. WarnocksecretaryA.C. Wright, Jr.treasurer

J.C. RogersBobby GriffinAlbert MarvinA.B. “Sonny” May, Jr.Chuck StraubelDonnie Rucks

10 members serving without remuneration

What you get is what you see?or

Steve TurbevillePresident & CEO

What do you see when you look at Lighthouse Ministries?Some see us as a shelter, while others see as a half-way house, a soup kitchen or maybe even less: an unsafe ministry with no accountability for the residents who live here.Those who have been here know better! This is a thriv-ing life and learning campus! The campus houses the Jay and Eloise Troxel Family Life Center, which gives struggling women and chil-dren a chance to excel, in spite of the setbacks that have come to them.These women typically come from dysfunctional lifestyles of domestic violence, substance abuse, in-carceration, mental health issues and/or emotional breakdowns. They come broken, but they become whole through their relationship with Jesus and the comprehensive help they receive.

Here are a few wins: 1. New residents are able to support unplanned preg- nancies, choosing life for their unborn child.2. Families are restored. Neglected children are able to reunite with their mothers in a safe and nurturing environment.3. Residents pay restitution, taxes, child support, and outstanding debts during their program.4. Residents are learning servant leadership skills through on-the-job training.

These women are now loving God and blessing others through their testimonies of redemption and hope; hope made possible through their confessed faith in

Jesus Christ. Next door to the Family Life Center, you will find the Gospel Rescue Mission & the Emmanuel Program for Men. These programs allow homeless and at-risk men to seek refuge in a safe environment as either full-time residents or overnight guests. Our residents take daily steps to become leaders, prob-lem solvers, and responsible citizens of the community. These men who would once run from their issues and shirk their responsibilities are now helping others. They receive job training and education and become pro-ductive, service-minded members of society.In fact, we now have over 30 formerly homeless men and women employed at Lighthouse, and the future looks bright for these individuals!Sometimes, what we see can be misleading. What looks like failure can really be heartache, but God can plant a seed in a broken heart. From a small seed can come a mighty oak, and from a meal served can come a world of hope. God’s love can change even the most broken or hurting heart into one that beats only for God’s glory.Lighthouse Ministries receives NO government fund-ing. We rely on the giving hearts of our community to meet the needs of our residents, guests, and clients throughout Central Florida.Inside these pages are great stories of God’s faithful-ness. I hope that what you read compels you to sup- port this mission, whether through your time, or money. Your seed of hope can change a life.

What you see is what you get?

Steve has been President & CEO at Lighthouse

Ministries since 2001. Under Steve’s leadership, many

ministries have taken form, including the Community

Preschool, the Adult Learning & Career Center,

the Thrift Shoppes & Family Stores, the “See the Need,

Help Us Feed” Community Outreach program, and the

Internship Program.

2011 board of directorsBrett Vogelerchairman

Blair Clarkvice-chairman

Dianne Bishopsecretary

Dane Parkertreasurer

Carl Warnockfounding director

James Welch1

founding directorEd Pickett

honorary directorE. Harold Wilson2

legacy director

Lynette AbbottStephanie Madden

Gina SaundersChuck Straubel

Joe TedderDave Wickenkamp immediate past chairman

Bob Zolkosky

advisory council:Aaron Bates

Kevin ConradBrent GeohaganScott Langston

Katrina LunsfordNis Nissen

Glenn Shelby

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the

Lord forgave you..”

Colossians 3: 12, 131Jim passed away in October 2005 2 Harold passed away in 2008

gospe l rescue miss ionThe Lighthouse Ministries Men’s Rescue Mission is open 365 days a years to serve the homeless and at-risk in Lakeland. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. daily to serve those who need a meal, a hot shower, and a warm bed. During their stay, there is an afternoon chapel service where local pastors share the gospel message. All are served a hearty snack, a hot dinner and breakfast, and a new change of clothes during their stay.

For Gary, an overnight guest, Lighthouse is the only place where he receives any kind of spiritual guidance. The fellowship shared amongst the staff, residents and guests creates an environment in which Gary feels a sense of comfort and direction. “We’re like a family here,” he says.

Families are welcome to attend our daily chapel service and dinner. Counseling and discipleship are available.

Photo identification is required to check in. There is no drinking, drug use, or cursing allowed on campus for the safety and comfort of all of our guests. Each guest is allowed to store two bags in the baggage room for the evening, but they must be taken with them upon leaving.

darrellDarrell’s drug and alcohol use started as a weekend activity but quickly became a habit, addiction, and finally, his stronghold. He describes himself during this time as a seasonal Christian, praising God when things were good, but not when things didn’t go his way.

Ready to make a change, but unsure where to go, Darrell spent the night in our Gospel Rescue Mission. Awakening the next morning with an enormous sense of peace, Darrell knew that God had him right where He wanted him.

Here at Lighthouse, Darrell is learning to trust God completely. “I am developing a walk with God and trusting God like I never have before in my life.” Photo Credit: Hannah Glogower

“And he will answer, ‘I tell you the truth, when you refused to help the least of these my brothers

and sisters, you were refusing to help me.”

Matthew 25:45

Photo Credit: Erin Geiger, Lighthouse Ministries

Photo Credit: Erin Geiger, Lighthouse Ministries

In 2010, Lighthouse served more than 82,000 meals through the

Men’s Center to overnight guests, community members, and residents.

The Jay & Eloise Troxel Family Life Center for Women & Children operates as a transitional facility which assists victims of domestic violence, homelessness, and destructive lifestyles. The Emmanuel Program is a discipleship program designed to assist men in overcoming addictions and bringing every area of their lives under the leadership of Jesus Christ. These programs provide direction, encouragement, accountability, and discipline to help bring about positive changes within the residents’ lives.

Residents move through the different stages in our program. They will attend classes in our NOVA program, receive case management assistance and mentoring, and work either at our stores or on our campus. After six to eight months, they are interviewed for paid internship, and they are required to save 80% of their spendable income.

Because most of their needs are met while they live on-campus, residents are better able to save money quickly. Clothing, food, furniture, and transportation are included in their residency, so they can focus on moving forward without debt. They are required to pay past bills, including probation fees, child support, and outstanding taxes, but with the supervision and assistance of our case management team, they learn how to manage all of this in a timely manner.

Our children find success through our KidCare and preschool programs, as well as additional family time, set up by their parents to facilitate better relationships and healing from past hurts. Counseling and mentorship is encouraged. When the time comes for a resident to step out on their own, our team will help them find housing, outside employment, and a church home that suits them.

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Life Skills & BudgetingCelebrate RecoveryParenting & BoundariesIn-Depth Bible StudyAnger ManagementFinancial PeacePurpose-Driven LifeServant Leadership Internship Class

residential class studies

cynthiaCynthia was living the life of a drug dealer. On three occasions she found herself serving time in prison. When she called home, it was disheartening to hear the vibrancy in the lives of people living out-side of the walls that were trapping her, both the physical walls of the prison and the intangible walls of a life in the world of drugs.

The last time she was released from prison, Cynthia promised her-self that she would never return. She stopped selling drugs but was unable to stop using them. After leaving Orlando, Cynthia moved to Lakeland to stay with family. She was tired of traumatiz-ing her kids with the abuse that came from her drug addiction and an abusive relationship. However, she could no longer move her-self and children from house to house of different family members. When she asked her brother about any possible organizations that would help her change her life and provide a place for her kids as well, he recommended Lighthouse Ministries.Since her arrival at the organization, Cynthia has maintained a life free of drugs and full of hope. Her two youngest children live with her in residency and are benefiting greatly from the attention and care of the Preschool and tutoring programs. Cynthia is also fin-ishing her education and credits her family’s success to the love, compassion and caring that are poured out upon the residents and their families by the staff at Lighthouse. With their continued sup-port, Cynthia hopes to achieve her dream of enrolling in culinary school.

“Lighthouse gives you the opportunity to achieve goals in life that you thought you would never complete. Never give up because there are still programs around to give you the hope to keep on going on.” Cynthia recently spoke with her eldest daughter who is very glad that Cynthia has found a community where she can im-prove. “She loves the new mom!”, Cynthia says. Everyone at Light-house agrees, too.

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“I know what you’re thinking, and you have to get up and go walk.” These were the words spoken to Frankie by a stranger as he sat near Lake Mirror, quietly contemplating suicide. The clean lifestyle and peace he once had was gone, leaving Frankie in a volatile state. How-ever, after following the persistent command given by this appar-ently knowledgeable stranger, Frankie began to walk. He ended up at the doors of the Gospel Rescue Mission.

Realizing that he could no longer survive on his own will power, Frankie became one of our residents. Though he encountered much success within the program, Frankie still struggled to remain posi-tive. “A dozen times I wanted to leave,” he says, “but a dozen times something told me to stay.” Seeing God work so faithfully and abun-dantly in Lighthouse Ministries helped show Frankie the power of Christ, encouraging him to fully commit his life to the Lord. “With what [God] can do in a large organization like this,” Frankie won-dered, “what can He can do in my life if I gave Him the opportunity?” Trusting in God, Frankie completed our program and is now working full-time as a sales manager at a local roofing company.

Frankie still returns to the Lighthouse campus as often as he can to encourage our current residents. Frankie leads a Bible study with the residents once a week, ministering to them as he was ministered to. “I know that if I don’t seek Him everyday, I’ll go back to the way I was. He is my life. God has done so many great things in my life, and I know that He has something great for me further down the road. I’m following him day-by-day.”

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Rescuing Children:As of March 2011, 470 children have been rescued from homelessness through the

care of Lighthouse Ministries.

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savannahPhoto Credit: Help-PortraitSavannah, a 2011 graduate of our resi-

dential program., has found blessings through education. After finding suc-cess in our NOVA program, Savannah earned a scholarship to Traviss Technical Center to earn her culinary degree. The scholarship has also allowed her and her boys to move into their own home; it has allowed Savannah to work full-time at Lighthouse until school starts; and it’s helped provide a vehicle for the family.As a member of the community, Savan-nah has chosen to keep her children enrolled in our community preschool on our campus. Simply put, “It rocks,” says Savannah. “I’ve never seen a preschool like this one.”

community preschoolSince opening on September 22, 2003 Lighthouse Community Preschool has been successful in enriching the lives of families in our community. The preschool is open for the residents of Lighthouse Ministries, as well as the general community. Serving infants to five-year-olds, the preschool strives to reach children across Central Florida with the love of Jesus.Lighthouse Community Preschool continues to be a loving, positive, and consistent influence in their lives. By sharing God’s word and exemplifying His love, the staff are able to minister to families and meet the cognitive, social, and physical needs of our preschool children. We are experiencing exceptional results with the “Wee Learn” faith-based curriculum.

kidcareOur KidCare program provides for the care of our residential children though a comprehensive care system. Staff and volunteers lead our children in various after-school activities like tutoring, group play, outdoor sports, and computer training while their parents continue working. Through support from the Hobbs Foundation, the children are able to learn and grow in a stimulating environment.

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by the numbers “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

Matthew 7: 12

Photo Credits: Lighthouse Ministries staff

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Having never completed high school, Lloyd beams when he talks about graduating from the NOVA program. Even though he’d been out of the education system for 30 years, Lloyd earned his GED with much guidance and inspiration from our Adult Learning Cen-ter. This is an achievement which he says has helped change his life for the better.

With a new sense of confidence and purpose, Lloyd is excited about his future as he makes plans to go back to school to become an air conditioning technician.

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Our Adult Learning Center emphasizes the impor-tance of education - one of Lighthouse’ s pathways to success. We utilize the NOVA Program (Innova-tive Learning Systems) as our primary training and educational tool. The computer-based curriculum, used in over 200 missions in 40 states throughout the United States and Canada, focuses on reading, writing, and additional memorization and skills training.

Classes are held several times a week, and must be completed before a resident can move on to the internship phase of the program. During this time, residents work daily toward their goal of achieving their high school diploma or General Equivalency Degree. In fact, six students earned their GED in the last half of 2010 - a Lighthouse record.

After their time with Lighthouse, many former resi-dents continue furthering their education by pur-suing additional career training and higher edu-cation. In 2010, Lighthouse recorded six previous residents seeking continued education at local col-leges. Their education goals are varied, but they’re all moving forward together with accountability and support from the Lighthouse staff.

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Much thanks to our commencement speakers

CommissionerSam Johnson(January 2010)

Judge Judy Flanders (June 2010)

Photo Credits: Erin Geiger, Lighthouse Ministries

The Project GreenThumb Hydroponic Garden has provided a wonderful resource for work therapy with our

residents. It’s also yielded a bulk of the produce this ministry needs to survive and flourish.

In 2010, nearly 3,000 pounds of produce were harvested in the garden. Our most successful crops: strawberries,

cucumbers, mustard greens, tomatoes, and cabbage!

Photo Credit: Erin Geiger, Lighthouse Ministries

winter haven family store840 6th Street NW; Winter Haven, FL 33881(863)687-4076 x234

havendale family store3094 Havendale Boulevard, Winter Haven, FL 33881(863)687-4076 x247

brandon family store535 E. Brandon Boulevard, Brandon, FL 33511 (813)377-3977 x249

plant city thrift shoppe2410 W. Baker Street, Plant City, FL 33563(813)377-3977 x248

lakeland thrift shoppe114 E. Parker Street, Lakeland, FL 33801 (863)687-4076 x246

lakeland family store711 N. Florida Ave., Lakeland, FL 33801 (863)687-4076

This place is awesome - when I found out I would be working here (through the AARP Senior work program) I was very happy that I was going to work at a thrift store (my favorite place to shop). I had never been in this store, and did not really know about the program. I came in for my interview and I was so impressed with the love I felt when I walked in. Working here has made me realize how blessed I am to have not had to go through the things that these young ladies and young men have gone through. It has helped me to understand how important it is to follow the Lord’s teachings. Working in this place where I see men and women praying for each other and saying a good word to their fellow workers makes me want to shout (sometimes I do). I have never worked at a place that I enjoy going to work.

It is our pleasure to serve the community by providing need-ed products and clothing at reasonable prices. In 2010, we expanded our selection and variety of items in many of our locations to create a more successful and positive experience for our customers. Stores provide more than clothes, shoes, furniture and books; more than kitchen supplies, holiday decorations, television sets and antiques. It is no exaggera-tion to say that each person who walks through the doors of a Lighthouse Thrift Shoppe will be met by a servant of Christ.

Our family stores play a vital role in one of our pathways to success - Industry. Working in the stores as an intern pro-vides opportunities for each resident to save money and learn new skills. Additionally, each employee, whether cur-rent intern or graduate, approaches their work as ministry. Every time a customer comes in to shop, it is an opportu-nity to serve. Customers notice the kind of intentional actions of those employed at each store. Customers leave with a smile, taking with them the joy imparted on them by those who work there with understanding that God loves them.

Each store has its own personality, but the intention of each is the same: to offer low-cost, high quality items to the com-munity. As we provide good value to the customer, we cre-ate jobs for our residents and additional support funding for Lighthouse’s ministries, like the Community Preschool, KIDcare, Adult Learning & Career Center, and Community Outreach.

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chris & maryMary knows her journey to Lighthouse was God-ordained. As a retiree, Mary just wanted a productive way to serve God. What she found was a ministry that saved her family.Mary’s grandson, Chris, had been struggling for years with addictions to drugs and women. After Mary began work-ing at our Plant City Thrift Shoppe, she realized that Light-house was the refuge Chris needed to restart his life and connect with God.Chris entered the Lighthouse Ministries One-Stop Resi-dential Program in March 2010, and he accepted Christ his first month in the program. That decision prompted a life change that has left him with more peace and joy than he’s ever known.Chris became an intern in February 2011, and he works full-time at the Brandon Family Store. His bond with Mary and her husband, Wayne, has only been strengthened through his time at Lighthouse. He calls them his best friends and confidantes, and the love that flows between the three of them is evident to anyone who encounters them.“It’s good to feel God’s love - that’s what I was missing. I was trying to fill it with the drugs and girlfriends, and it just didn’t work,” says Chris. Photo Credit: Help-Portrait

Photo Credit: Erin Geiger, Lighthouse Ministries

how you can donateOur thrift stores welcome donations of furniture, clothing, access-rories, and other household items.

There Are Three Easy Ways To Donate To Our Thrift Stores: 1. Drop off your donations at any of our thrift store locations from 10 am until 5 pm every day.2. Visit our main Distribution Center near Downtown Lakeland (519 N. Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801) and drop off your donations. 3. Call (863) 687-4076 x252 to have your donations picked up free of charge.

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on-campus events:Winter Wonderland: Our annual Christmas event helps to bring a sense of joy and fellowship to community members as they have the opportunity to see a live nativity, hear the story of Jesus’ birth, get creative with crafts and visit with Mr. and Mrs Clause. Each child in attendance also receives a wrapped toy, donated to Lighthouse by our faithful volunteers.

Food Box & Toy Distribution: Each year, Lighthouse distributes food and toys to local community members who cannot afford to supply these things on their own. In 2010, Lighthouse distributed 1,400 food boxes to local community members during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.

Holiday Meals: Meals are served free every day on our campus for any who want or need to attend. Additionally, we serve special holiday meals on Easter, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. On Thanksgiving Day, 530 meals with all the traditional fixin’s were served at our Men’s Shelter.

Chapel Services: We offer three different chapel services on our campus that community members are invited to attend. At our Gospel Rescue Mission, chapel services are held daily at 6 pm and on Sundays at 11 am, with a meal following each service. Chapel is also held at 8 am on Thursday mornings in our Luther Dyer Chapel (in the Jay & Eloise Troxel Family Life Center) for staff, interns, volunteers, and guests.

off-campus events:“See the Need, Help Us Feed” Food Box Distribution: Throughout the year, Lighthouse is able to distribute food to the community through our local church partners. In 2010, more than 3,500 food boxes were distributed through the “See the Need, Help Us Feed” program.

H.O.P.E. Outreach: H.O.P.E. Outreach operates within the Lighthouse Thrift Shoppe locations in Polk and Hillsborough Counties. Through the outreach program, Lighthouse is able to provide free case management, food, clothing, household items, furniture, toys for children, and referral services to those in need.

A quick glance at our Men’s Center during this year’s Thanksgiving Food Box Distribution displayed the hustle and bustle of volunteer activity, along with a line of food box recipients snaking around the building. But a closer look revealed these recipients to be individuals, families, and friends, each with their own unique situations facing them this holiday season. Carolyn spends most of her time in line running after the youngest of her grandchildren, Kamiah, who is eager to learn all about the outside world around her. When asked about her thoughts on the event, Carolyn responds, “It lets me know that there are still people who care out here.” Joe, faced with the burden of unemployment, has turned to Lighthouse’s support for the first time. Despite his present financial situation, Joe’s attitude is marvelous. “Ask for a little help and the Lord will look after you. Right now, He is the only thing I can depend on,” says Joe as he waits outside the Men’s Center. Cheryl will be preparing this holiday meal for herself and her seven children. “It’s a blessing that we get to eat on Thanksgiving Day,” she says, because if they had not been able to receive a food box, they would go without. “We can be thankful.”

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Lighthouse’s goal is to serve the community through outreach. Our multi-fold system seeks to aid individuals and families in need of

food, clothing, or other forms of assistance.

community-sponsored events:In addition to Lighthouse-sponsored events, we are also blessed to work with other local organizations to serve the homeless, poor, and at-risk. We’ve listed just a few of the events that happen either on our campus or locally that we are fortunate enough to work with.

n Feed the Bay: Feed the Bay is an annual event in Hillsborough

County that supplies food to local ministries in need through the support of local churches.Lighthouse is extremely grateful to all those who participated, including our wonderful volunteers, many of whom were from The Homeschool Adventurers 4-H Club of Brandon. Everyone was eager to serve as we collected and organized over 10,000 pounds of food to support our “See The Need, Help Us Feed” initiative and our Brandon HOPE Center!

n Week of Impact: Florida Southern Col-lege's Student Gov-

ernment Association hosted a week-long community service competition, which brought about 40 students to our cam-pus to sort donations, wash vehicles, and serve meals. The students also donated over 7,900 bottles of water to the ministry.

n Lakeland Montes-sori Middle: This ser-vice-learning school is housed in the Polk

Museum of Art. Students come weekly to serve on-campus and learn about the min-istry through service projects.

n The JoyFM’s T-shirts for Turkeys: Each November, The JOY FM community provides thousands of turkeys for area food banks and homeless shelters during their annual T-Shirts for Turkeys. These turkeys are graciously donated by listeners in exchange for a custom-designed JOY FM t-shirt, which help fulfill the demand for holiday meals for needy families, the homeless and working poor.

During the 2010 season, Lighthouse received 1,500 turkeys

through our partnership with the JoyFM and their amazing listeners. We then distributed these turkeys from our campus.

Polk Museum of Art“In the fall of 2010 the Polk Museum of Art decided to change its Start with the Arts Preschool program from serving members of the museum and general community to serving the residents at Lighthouse Ministries and other homeless ministries. I am so glad that we did!

“Every other week a representative from the museum makes an art project with two of the preschool classes. We have painted, drawn, made sculptures, and had special guests come in to work with the children. The teachers and preschool staff have been so helpful and are always willing to get involved in any way they can. I love working with Lighthouse!

“From the museum’s perspective, working with Lighthouse is an ideal opportunity. It gives us a stable population of people to work with and has helped triple our preschool numbers over the last year. I am excited to continue working with Lighthouse Ministries and potentially increasing the amount of the museum’s involvement.”

-Written by Tara Campbell, Assistant Curator of Education for Outreach Programs, PMoA

Up With PeopleIn March 2011, Lighthouse hosted 80 students from around the world for an on-campus workday. Up with People brings together college-aged participants from more than 20 countries for a multi-continent tour, immersing them in the local customs and culture of each community. Cast members participate in various community service projects, perform a dynamic musical show and experience a global education curriculum.

Our time with the students was wonderful, and we look forward to working with them again!

During the 2010 Christmas season, approximately 1,500 toys were distributed to 495 children throughout Polk County through “See the Need, Help Us Feed.”.

In addition, more than 1,400 food boxes were distributed in Hillsborough & Polk Counties during

the Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays.

Photo Credit: Hannah Glogower

2010 f inanc ia lsexpenses

Program: 83.18%Administration: 9.90%Development: 6.92%

income

Individuals: 33%Thrift Stores: 43%Foundations: 13%Businesses: 2%

Churches: 3%Preschool: 3%Rent Income: 2%Other: 1%

Information from 2010 Internal (unaudited) Financial Statements. Audited Financial Statements available upon request after estimated completion date of 5/31/11.

statement of activities

future needs 1. Pray for the completion of the Men’s Campus remodel.2. Pray for new flooring for the Jay & Eloise Troxel Family Life Center.3. Pray for the fulfillment of new transportation needs.4. Pray for debt reduction.5. Pray for the availability of off-campus housing and apartments for our transitional residents.6. Pray for additional outreach sites and church partner- ships throughout Polk & Hillsborough counties.7. Pray as we open more thrift & family stores that God will provide affordable buildings, a surplus of in-kind donations, and the creation of jobs for those we serve.

legacy donorsJAY TROXEL

GEORGE W. JENKINS FUND(within the community

foundation of greater lakeland)

Lighthouse Ministries’ Legacy Donors have contributed more than $1 million each to the ministry. They have given to the needs of the ministry because of the size of their hearts. Their vision to provide over a million dollars to the continuation of our service to the community is no doubt a gift for eternity.The Community Foundation

was established to help serve donors, nonprofit organizations and their communities. They routinely work with families, individuals, and professional advisors to design gift plans that fit every economic situation, ensuring that donors receive the most benefit from their charitable contributions and that their philanthropic dollars are used to the maximum degree.

2010-2011 church sponsorsWe offer our sincerest thanks to the churches who continue to bless us through their involvement with Lighthouse Ministries. Their commitment to giving to our community through their giving keep

this ministry moving forward.

All Saints’ Episcopal ChurchAlturas United Methodist Church

American Baptist Church of LakelandArdella Baptist Church

Auburndale Life ChurchBelievers’ Fellowship

Bethel Baptist ChurchBible Presbyterian Church

Calvary Baptist ChurchCarter’s Baptist Church

CCM Missions, Inc.Central Park Church

Christ Community Presbyterian ChurchChristina Park Baptist Church

Church of the ResurrectionChurch World Service, Inc.

Community Christian Church at High VistaCookson Hills Family Ministries

Cornerstone Baptist ChurchCovenant Presbyterian Church

Crestview Baptist ChurchCypress Lakes Fellowship

Edgewood Baptist ChurchEvangelical Presbyterian

Faith Life FellowshipFaith Wesleyan ChurchFamily Worship CenterFellowship Baptist ChurchFirst Baptist Church of Imperial LakesFirst Baptist Church of Eaton ParkFirst Church of Christ, ScientistFirst Freewill Baptist ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchFirst United Methodist ChurchFirst United Methodist Church Women’s MinistryFishhawk Fellowship ChurchFishHawk Fellowship Church Men’s GroupGapway Baptist Church Gibsonia Baptist ChurchGolf View Park Revival TabernacleGoodhope Missionary Baptist ChurchGood Shepherd United MethodistGreen Pond Baptist ChurchGriffin Baptist Church Heritage Baptist ChurchHighland Park Church of the NazareneHope Presbyterian ChurchIgnited Church, Inc.

IPC Florida, Inc.Island Chapel of Tierra Verde

Kathleen Baptist ChurchLake Gibson Nazarene ChurchLake Gibson United Methodist

Lakeland Foursquare ChurchLake Morton Community Church

Lakeside Baptist ChurchLandmark Baptist Church

Medulla Baptist ChurchMt. Olive Baptist Church

Mt. Sinai African Methodist Episcopal ChurchMt. Zion Church

Mulberry Church of GodNew Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church

New Life Assembly of GodNorth Lakeland Presbyterian Church, Inc.

Northside Assembly of GodNorthside Baptist Church

Oak Park Baptist ChurchOutreach Baptist ChurchParkview Baptist Church

Pastor Peoples Baptist MissionPlant City Church of God

Presbyterian Church in the HighlandsQuest at Kingsway ChurchRocco Morelli Ministries International, Inc.Scott Lake Baptist ChurchShepherd Road Baptist ChurchShoresh David Messianic SynagogueSouth Lakeland Church of GodSt. Luke Evangelist Episcopal ChurchSt. Mark United Methodist ChurchSt. Paul Lutheran Church & SchoolSt. Paul African Methodist Episcopal ChurchTBA ChurchTenth Street Church of GodTrinity Christian CenterTrinity Presbyterian Church of LakelandTrinity United Methodist ChurchTurning Point Baptist Church Victory Baptist ChurchVictory ChurchWebster Memorial Baptist ChurchWillow Oak Baptist ChurchWinter Haven Baptist Church Woodall’s ChurchZeeland Classis Christian Reformed Church