
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

Kevin Peyton
Executive Director

Nona Peyton
Site Coordinator

Susan Simendinger
Mason & Kings Program Director

Kelli Peyton
Lebanon Program Director & Director of Volunteer Development

Dena Martinelli
Little Miami Program Director

John Mathias
Deer Park Program Director

Carol Wynn
Director of Adult Development

Teresa Gordon
Director of Communications Strategies

Libby Kowitz
Communications Director


Tele. 513-617-9099
PO Box 270, Kings Mills, OH 45034






