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Hope is why we exist.

Joshua's Place started in the basement of a small house in South Lebanon in 2008. Originally a Free Store Food Pantry with a relational approach, 10 volunteers, and serving just 15 families, we've since grown to 500 volunteers serving in five school districts with several programs dedicated to being in relation with the families we serve. 

Mission

Why We Exist

Joshua's Place exists to help individuals and families overcome barriers to thriving by fostering stability, opportunity, belonging, and hope.

Vision

Our Preferred Future

We envision thriving communities where local churches help people find hope, overcome challenges, and build stronger lives, families, and neighborhoods.

Vision

Our Preferred Future

We envision thriving communities where local churches help people find hope, overcome challenges, and build stronger lives, families, and neighborhoods.

Values

Our Guiding Principles

Gospel-Centered 

We believe real life change begins with Jesus. That's why we care about the whole person; physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual needs. We believe people thrive when they experience God's love and are restored in their relationships with Him, themselves, and others.

Dignity & Agency 

Every person is created in God's image and has value, purpose, and potential. We want to help in ways that honor people's dignity, encourage responsibility, and empower them to move forward rather than become dependent on others.

Development Over Dependency 

We believe helping people means more than meeting immediate needs. We work to create lasting change by addressing both the symptoms and root causes of poverty through effective charity, development, and the principles of When Helping Hurts.

Relationships Matter 

We believe transformation happens through relationships. We do small things, in real relationships, over time, because trust, belonging, discipleship, and community matter.

Local Solutions 

We believe the best solutions are often found closest to the problem. We empower local churches, schools, volunteers, and communities to serve their neighbors in ways that are personal, responsive, and sustainable. 

Equipping the Church 

We believe the Church is God’s primary way of bringing hope and restoration in the world. We exist not only to serve families but also to equip believers, strengthen local churches, and demonstrate the love of Christ as a witness to our communities.

Meet Our Team

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Kevin Peyton

Executive Director

kpeyton@joshuasplace.cc

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Nona Peyton

Site Coordinator

nona@joshuasplace.cc

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Susan Simendinger

Mason & Kings Program Director

ssimendinger@joshuasplace.cc

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Kelli Peyton

Lebanon Program Director & Director of Volunteer Development

kelli@joshuasplace.cc

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Dena Martinelli

Little Miami Program Director

dena@joshuasplace.cc

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John Mathias

Deer Park Program Director

john@joshuasplace.cc

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Carol Wynn

Director of Adult Development

carol@thevillagechurch.cc

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Teresa Gordon

Director of Communications Strategies

teresa@joshuasplace.cc

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Libby Kowitz

Communications Director

libby@joshuasplace.cc

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Interested in volunteering?

We're always looking for new volunteers. Whether you want to join us for Serve Saturday, donate to our CareClosets, volunteer with Whiz Kids, or work in our Food Co-Op programs, we're grateful you're willing to give your time with us.

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Tele. 513-617-9099

PO Box 270, Kings Mills, OH 45034

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