OUR MISSION
We are an outreach founded on biblical principles. We serve in the spirit of excellence with integrity and compassion for our community, our state, and our nation. We are establishing a reputation of reaching the lost and broken-hearted while treating everyone with dignity and respect as we minister to the total person. Our desire is to help impoverished communities, family and individuals with food, clothing, shelter, literacy, and job placement opportunities. – K.J. Watkins
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Step of Faith After School Program is supported by the Franklin County School System and other community partners. Students are dropped off at the Boyd Outz Learning Center, where after a hot meal and a snack they are helped with their homework before being picked up by their parents.
Senior Food Assistance Program
Through partnership with the Northeast Georgia Food Bank, The Senior Food Assistance Program provides monthly food bags to seniors in the community experiencing food insecurity. Each bag include juice, cereal, canned foods, meat, and refrigerated cheese. Food boxes are available to seniors aged 55+, and are distributed on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Step of Faith Headquarters in Lavonia, Ga at no cost. For more information, please contact Step of Faith Outreach.
Fire Disaster Assistance Program
In effort to assist those who have been impacted by fire, the Fire Disaster Assistance Program provide essential toiletries and food to families in need at no cost. For more information and/or assistance, please contact Step of Faith Outreach.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
The Lavonia Community Garden opened on April 30, 2011 thanks to the hard work and organization of Mike and Susan O’Connell. Beginning in 2026, Ladonna Andrews will be reopening the Lavonia Community Garden.
Thanks to Franklin Springs Scout Troop # 70 – Leader: Gary White & David Moore – Scouts: Keith Findley, Billy Findley, Nick Brawner, Colin Pearson, Robert Rice, Daniel Moore , Aaron Hodges, Peyton Baird, Randall Brown! Your service to our community is appreciated.
Emergency Food Assistance Program
The Emergency Food Assistance Program helps supplement the diets of persons and families in need at no cost. There are no additional qualifying criteria to receive assistance. For more information and/or assistance, please contact Step of Faith Outreach.
Annual Yard Sale & Chicken Q
MAY 23rd 2026
Each year, Step of Faith hosts an annual yard sale to raise money for our many programs. Proceeds from the yard sale directly fund the Boyd Outz Learning Center and Step of Faith for payroll, learning materials, and afterschool supplies. We take donations of items to use in the yard sale. Here is a list of items we generally accept:
- Kitchen appliances (toasters, panini grills, blenders, etc…)
- Kitchenware (plates, cups, & utensils)
- Homeware (TVs, lamps, decor, etc…)
- Gently used bed linens and clothing
Contact us to donate items or find out how you can help out with this event!
HAPPY HELPINGS
June 1st - July 31st
For many kids across Georgia, summer break ushers in more fun and free time, but no school can also mean limited access to affordable, nutritious foods.
The Step of Faith Summer Food Program, has joined with Happy Helpings & Bright From The Start to serve five surrounding counties (Franklin, Hart, Banks, Elberton, and Madison), providing lunches to children 18 and under. Our goal is to make sure that children in our area have access to nutritional lunches during the week.
Call us for details at (706) 356-8486
Supper With Santa
December 12th 2025 (6:00 - 8:00)
Each year, Step of Faith hosts Supper With Santa. This event is always a huge turnout! Bring the family for a free meal and pictures with Santa! Other activities include bingo, art & crafts, and a cake walk. This year, Supper with Santa will be on December 12th from 6:00 – 8:00. Come join us for an evening of fun!
Contact us to find out how you can help out with this event!
