What Is Needed: 
Many in this area experience the stresses that result from living in an economic climate where food and housing may feel like a privilege rather than a right. Poverty can cripple the spirit of a family, thus our local partners are committed to doing what they can to provide a way out for those they serve. What the Rio Grande Valley needs is what you can offer, the hands and feet of Jesus as your team focuses their attention on others with great physical and spiritual needs. Through partnering with what the local ministries are already doing, you will be able to bring light into dark situations and offer hope that only the gospel of Jesus Christ can bring.
What You Will Do:
As our partner is a long-standing member of the Rio Grande Valley community, your ministry will naturally be directed by what they have found to be the most effective in advancing the Kingdom, as well as what will best utilize the gifts of your team. We will tailor a ministry schedule for your team specifically, thus many of the ministry details will be finalized within six-eight weeks of the mission.
There are many needs in this area that your team will likely be equipped to help meet. Some of the potential ministry opportunities include: minor construction, Vacation Bible School, sports ministry, orphanage visit, retirement home visit, feeding the poor, random acts of kindness, street cleanup and more.
About This Location: 
Located on the northern bank of the Rio Grande, the Rio Grande Valley (also called The Valley) serves as a border between Mexico and the United States. The Rio Grande Valley (RGV) is made of up four counties, including Willacy County, the third poorest county in the United States. Of the over 1 million residents of the Rio Grande Valley, over 80% are Chicano, Spanish, Tejano or Latino. The largest city is Brownsville (Cameron County), followed by McAllen (Hidalgo County).
