ABOUT
Valley Local Outreach offers opportunities for attendees to serve our community and share the grace and mercy of God alongside the organizations we support. Valley's partners support vulnerable people groups, assist with crisis and recovery, and offer education and empowerment to those in need. How is God calling you to serve your neighbors in the Hartford and Litchfield counties?
Second Saturday
Saturday, June 13
Valley is dedicating the second Saturday of each month to serving our community! Join as a group, with your family, or on your own. Opportunities include partnering with local outreach ministries, community projects, or serving right here on campus.
Sign Up for a Volunteer OpportunityGarden Clean Up at Sub Edge Farm
Ages: Older Kids and Up
Help with Claude's Garden, an inclusive garden for people of all abilities.
Location:
Sub Edge Farm
199 Town Farm Road, Farmington
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Deep Clean Harbor House
Ages: Teens & Adults
Deep clean kitchens, bathrooms, and gathering areas.
Location:
Harbor House
21 Prospect Street, Torrington, CT
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Meal Prep for Agape House
Ages: Teens & Adults
Prepare a hot meal for Agape House.
Location:
Valley Kitchen
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Meal Delivery to Agape House
Ages: Adults
Pick up meals from Valley and deliver them to Agape House.
Location:
Agape House
43 School Street, Bristol, CT
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Clothing Drop Off
Ages: All Ages
Drop off gently used clothing, shoes, tents, or sleeping bags.
Location:
Room 337
Across from Connect Point
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Re-Stock Worship Supplies
Ages: Older Kids and Up
Refill pew racks with cards and pens.
Location:
Sanctuary
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Sanitize Toys in Classrooms
Ages: Older Kids and Up
Sanitize toys in Valley Kids classrooms.
Location:
Rooms 304, 107, 108, and 109
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Faithful Hands
Ages: Men and Older/Teenage Boys
Learn about Faithful Hands and how you can participate in this service ministry.
Location:
Fellowship Hall
Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Fish Tank Cleaner
Ages: Adults
Experienced person needed. Supplies provided.
Location:
Valley Kids
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Visit a Shut-In
Ages: All Ages
Contact a nursing home in your area and visit someone who has no family nearby. Great opportunity for families, pairs, and small groups.
Location:
Local Nursing Home
Time: Flexible
Bake & Deliver Cookies
Ages: All Ages
Bake cookies and deliver them to first responders, teachers, library staff, or other community workers along with a thank-you card.
Location:
Your Kitchen
Time: Flexible
Local Initiatives
Valley is actively equipping leaders, developing communities, and enacting change within our church and communities to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for...
People Living with Disabilities
Our Disability Initiative Includes:
- Friendship Community
- Friendship on Sundays
- Friendship Buddies and Mentors
- Monthly worship service and weekly Bible studies at New Horizons Village
People Touched by the Foster Care System
Our Foster Care Initiative includes:
- Foster Parents
- Wraparound Communities
- Foster Care Team
- Partnership with the Department of Children and Families
People Learning to Speak English
Our English as a Second Language Initiative includes:
- Conversational English Group
- ESL Bible Study
Local Outreach Partners
Valley has invested in the following partners by providing both financial and practical assistance. During the 2024-25 ministry year, thanks to your giving to the Outreach Fund, Valley donated $91,000 to local Christian non-profit organizations.
People Living with Disabilities
- Joni and Friends New England
People in Foster Care
- Fostering Hope New England
People Living in Poverty
- Agape House
- Harbor House
- Urban Alliance
People Being Exploited and Trafficked
- The Underground New England
People Struggling with Addiction
- The Life Center CT
- Legacy for Women (NEW Partner)
People Needing Pregnancy Support and Coaching
- ABC Women's Center
- Hope Pregnancy Center
Local Collaborations
Valley collaborates with the following non-profit organizations in their mission by providing them with practical support. Valley shares the love of Christ with...
People of the Next Generation
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- The Master's School
People in Need of Food, Clothing, and Other Necessities
- Gifts of Love
RESOURCES
BLESS
BLESS is a set of five simple practices that are designed to help you impact your neighbors for Christ. Click the link below to learn more about how you can BLESS others.
PRAY
Please consider adding one or all of these prayer requests to your weekly devotions: Please pray that more volunteers are led to serve through our Valley Outreach Partners. Pray for the growing Valley FosterCare Ministry. Lastly, pray for two church plants in the greater New England area, including The Manchester Project and a growing church in Great Barrington.
GIVE
Giving to Valley Outreach helps fund our partners such as Urban Alliance, The Underground, Hope Pregnancy Center and many others. Along with your volunteer efforts, we can impact many neighbors for Christ! Tap the button below and select "Outreach Fund" from the drop-down menu.
