“To increase the ability of children, youth, adults and families to succeed in a diverse community.“
Core Values
Faith: We are a faith based institution, and through our faith, we demonstrate behavior that significantly builds our community.
Love: Through love, we will foster an environment that is fun, educational, safe and supportive.
Integrity: We behave ethically in all aspects of our work. We make commitments with care, and then live up to them.
Teamwork: We work in teams encouraging collaborative networks within organizations and communities which includes partnerships across the lines of race, ethnicity, class, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, etc.
Excellence: We believe that doing your very best is not just a professional obligation—it’s a moral one as well.
Our Vision
We will become a recognized leader in the pursuit of developing human potential. We envision strong, vibrant people who lead whole and healthy lives. From the spritual core of our heritage and tradition we will:
Emphasize that the focus of change is in every person, every family, every home and every workplace, civic space and place of worship.
Celebrate the giftedness of every individual, especially those who find themselves marginalized because they have been labeled too young, too poor, or too old
Unleash the potential in every participant by helping to equip him and her with strength and knowledge to thrive in a multicultural, multi racial global village.
Leverage stakeholder and corporate investements to deliver excellent quality programs responsive to the needs and wants of children and youth, ages 0-17, adults and families.
Unite with others to strengthen our ministries through growth and partnerships.
Advocate through ideas, influence and actions for a society that respects the dignity of each person and strengthens the fabric of community.
Appreciate each person through a culture that reflects our values, respects diversity, promotes learning and embraces innovation.
Cheif Executive Officer (CEO) : Richard Clanton | Email
Associate Director: Dr. Nkechy Ezeh | Email
Director of Community Relations: Anita Christopher | Email
Director of Development: Bev Crandall-Rice | Email
Director of Programs: Rose Simmons | Email
Director of Finance: Ron Eberhardt | Email
Board Members
Sandra Sefton: President
Bridget Mitchell: Vice-President
Shanda Vaughn: Secretary
Bill Bennett: Interim Treasurer
Corey Baker
Julio Cano
Ginny Gearhart
Ruth Jones
Karen Morris
Barabra Moser
Bill Muir
Bob Richards
Jeff Sluggett
Lea Tobar
Meshia Williams
Ex-Officio Members
Beverly Gassdorf
Ruth Whaley
Susan Hansen
Nichea Guy
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Our Supporters
United Methodist Community House would like to thank the many donors and volunteers who have been critical to our growth and progress. These committed supporters are essential partners in our mission to increase the ability of children, youth, adults and families to succeed in a diverse community.