Local Missions
On a Mission (From God)
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are the hands and feet of Jesus, reaching out to our brothers and sisters in Christ. Here at Hope, we do that in a number of ways, both locally and globally! Below please find additional information on Hope’s local missions opportunities.
Visit our global missions page for additional opportunities outside of our community, including mission trips!
The Pantry at Hope
The Pantry at Hope is an available resource for anyone in need of food assistance. Guests may shop for food on Fridays from 1:00-4:00 pm. Volunteers are needed to help serve those visiting The Pantry, and financial gifts can also be made to help keep the shelves stocked each week!
Local Mission Partner Opportunities
Hope partners with many nonprofits that focus on helping individuals affected by homelessness, low-income hardships, and food insecurities. There are multiple ways to serve, including in-kind donations, food preparation and service, camp cleanups, and more.
Join the God Squad
The God Squad is a group of missionally minded people who are excited about serving within the walls of Hope, the community and through our current mission partners. Subscribe to the God Squad email list to receive information on current volunteer opportunities!
May 5-7, 2026
Hope for Haiti Meal Packaging
For Hope’s 2025 Advent Project, you generously donated to help feed our hungry brothers and sisters in Haiti—now it is time to package meals! Our goal is to package 1.2 million meals in three days using the funds raised during Advent 2025: Hope for Haiti. Rally your family, friends, neighbors, or small group and sign up for a timeslot! All Hope campuses and Local Sites are invited to join us at Hope West Des Moines to help reach this goal. Thank you to our partners Meals from the Heartland, Convoy of Hope, and Many Hands for Haiti.
Local Donation Opportunities
Hope has several mission partners that accept clothing, furniture and food donations year-round. These partners are also in constant need of help to sort through the daily donations they receive. For more information, please email [email protected]!
Food Donations
- The Pantry at Hope (financial gifts to keep the shelves stocked)
- West Des Moines Human Services
- WayPoint Resources
What’s Happening With Hope Missions Throughout the Year!
Hope works with our local mission partners throughout the year in several ways.
Souper Bowl Food Drive
February
Hope’s annual food drive aligns with the weekend of the Big Game, and all collections are given with the goal to stock the shelves of every food pantry in the community.
Lent Project
February – March
During the season of Lent, Hope partners with different mission partners to raise money for various projects.
Vacation Bible School Mission Project
July
As over 6,000 kids attend Vacation Bible School, Hope collects nonperishable food items for local food pantries.
Back-to-School Drive
August
While kids head back to school, Hope hosts a back-to-school drive to help provide families with necessary items they need.
Thanksgiving Meal Packaging
November
On a day when Americans are focused on eating, we want to be focused on feeding the hungry!
Advent Project
December
During the season of Advent, Hope partners with different mission partners to raise money for various projects.
Upcoming Classes & Events
Get to Know Our Team
Chris Barfels
- Missions Director
- [email protected]
Mike Horstmann
- Local Missions Coordinator
- [email protected]
Missions Board
The Missions Board is a volunteer-led board of Hope members who serve two-year terms, meeting monthly to review financials, evaluate, vote and recommend mission partners, develop relationships with mission partners, and vision cast with the Hope Missions Team and senior leadership. For more information or to learn about how to apply for a board position, please email Chris Barfels, Missions Director.
Our Local Mission Partners
Hope partners with dozens of mission partners to help serve our brothers and sisters in our community and beyond! To learn more about ways to serve with one of our mission partners, click below!
Stay Connected With Missions!
Join Our Newsletter
The Missions e-newsletter includes updates from Missions Board members, a director’s update, and highlights of mission partners and trips.