At First Presbyterian Church, the Board of Deacons leads our Mission and Service ministry by selecting and supporting mission partners who embody our Matthew 25 vision—working to transform unjust systems, challenge inequalities, and practice Christ’s love of neighbor, especially among those who are poor, hungry, or homeless.
Each year, the Deacons review funding requests from organizations, periodically make site visits to learn more about their work, and discern opportunities where our congregation might engage more deeply through hands-on service. In this way, we don’t just give grants—we build relationships, walk alongside our partners, and join in God’s work of healing and hope in the Quad Cities and beyond.
Our current mission partners include: