Our Mission
To serve the community by providing services that meet the spiritual, physical, and social needs for the refugee families in the Eastridge neighborhood.
OUR HISTORY
Eastridge Mission center was opened on July 2nd, 2013. EMC is a 4000 sq ft building located at 1300 Evergreen in Amarillo, Texas, located next to Eastridge Baptist Church on its own city block.
The facility includes the main structure, a covered picnic pavilion, a large soccer field, play gym with slide, a sand volleyball pit, a large artificial turf play area, a greenhouse, and a community garden complete with a 2000 gallon rainwater collection system.
- A basketball court, air hockey table, table tennis, Foosball and indoor volleyball court.
- A full kitchen and restrooms, equipped with showers.
- Large indoor area capable of holding over 300 individuals to eat.
- In the church wing next to EMC there are sleeping facilities for up to 30 people.
What Happens at Eastridge Mission Center?
The EMC is open Monday – Friday after school from 3-6 pm. Kids can come have a free hot meal provided by the Kids Café/Food Bank. Volunteers lead Bible studies, arts/crafts, basketball, soccer, dodgeball, and outdoor recreation on the playground.
The community garden and greenhouse are ways to grow healthy foods, which can be given away to those in need. Yearly events include an Easter party where we give out free Bibles for adults and children, Spring Break basketball tournament, regular cookouts throughout the summer, August clothing outreach for those who want gently used back-to-school clothes, and Christmas party with gifts for the children.
What Happens During the Summer?
During the summer, EMC opens at 1pm. Meals are served daily.
Church mission groups may come for a week and conduct VBS or Sports Camp. They are allowed to stay without charge at EMC.
Throughout the summer volunteers work in the garden and greenhouse and crops are given to the community.
How is Eastridge Mission Center Funded?
The EMC is funded by individual and corporate contributions. The EMC has also been awarded various grants over the past several years after becoming a 501(c)3 non-profit.
The EMC building was completely paid for and debt free when it opened in 2013.
A tremendous amount of ministry takes place on a limited budget. We covet your prayers and financial support.
The EMC would love to have regular monthly donors. You can set up a one-time or reoccurring monthly donation:
