Annual Banquet: Celebration of Making All Things New

Join us for an uplifting evening celebrating the growth and impact of Downtown Ministries. Hear inspiring stories from both recent and past graduates, along with a special message from our Executive Director, Jim Dreier. We’ll share exciting updates on how our programs and services continue to grow in love and reach in our community. A $15 ticket covers both admission and a delicious dinner. We can’t wait to see you there!

- Jim Dreier

Elkhart 4-H Fair Restroom Cleaning & Ticket Scanning - July 2025

Pancake and Sausage Breakfast - April 12, 2025

A Celebration of Making All Things New: 2024 Banquet - October 17, 2024

Elkhart 4-H Fair Restroom Cleaning & Ticket Scanning - July 2024

Faith and Finance & Teen Jobs for Life Graduation - May 27th-29th, 2024

Pancake and Sausage Breakfast - April 13th, 2024

DTM Banquet - November 16, 2023

Heidi’s House Dedication - May 13, 2023

Heidi’s House Repairs - 2022 & 2023

Restroom Cleaning During the Elkhart County 4H Fair - 2022

Serve Day - May 2022

Downtown Ministries and Harvest Community Church worked together to serve at Ben’s House, the Salvation Army, the Post, Harvest Community Church, and The Window.

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11/16/20

Loving our Neighbor, and Serving our City.

Recently, Jobs for Life awarded our Director Jim Dreier, & Downtown Ministries, with the Rookie of the Year Award!

The award is given to honor exemplary leadership, and selfless desire to see others flourish. We are continuing in JFL’s mission of creating pathways to meaningful work and entrepreneurial opportunities through community engagement.