Since the 1980s, we have been reaching out to those in need in our community.
Humble Beginnings
River City Ministry (RCM) is a faith-based human service and community organization solely dedicated to the impoverished, the marginalized, and the disenfranchised of our society. RCM began in 1989 at Silver City Courts (HUD housing community) as an outreach ministry of the Levy Church of Christ. Over the next four years several locations in North Little Rock housed this expanding service organization. In 1993, a house was donated to RCM, followed by the incorporation of RCM as a non-profit organization. Two years later a property on Cypress was traded for four lots at 1021 East Washington Avenue, and a 4000 square foot building was erected to house RCM’s growing needs.
Medical Services
Since 1994, a Sunday afternoon Medical Clinic, with an accompanying pharmacy, has served the homeless and uninsured to meet their medical needs. The volunteer staffs of doctors, nurses, laboratory technicians, pharmacists, and registrars volunteer their time to meet the medical needs of this community. The patient is examined by a physician who then prescribes appropriate medication. If the pharmacy has the drug in stock, the patient will get a 30-day supply. Volunteers then file with the various patients assistance programs for additional medication.
Dental Services
In 2001, RCM’s medical clinic added a two-chair dental clinic with two volunteer dentists. In 2007, this was expanded to three chairs with over 300 patients a year served through the dental clinics. Since that time, the number of dental patients served doubled to over 600 per year. In 2011, over 1,600 appointments were filled through the dental clinic.
Social Services
By the time Little Rock and North Little Rock leaders gathered in 2006 to form a ten-year plan to address homelessness, River City Ministry was ready for the challenge. River City Ministry served as the Homeless Day Resource center from 2006-2013 as Little Rock completed its new center.
Beginning in 2013, River City Ministry’s social services department began managing HUD housing programs for homelessness prevention and intervention. Our social services team is able to offer case management to guide program participants through the housing process to greater stability.
Spiritual Services
Though it has grown and evolved through the years, RCM holds firm to its mission of meeting basic human needs and connecting people to God through Christ-centered relationships. We offer devotionals, pastoral care, and discipleship opportunities to all who are seeking a relationship with their creator.
Services
Dental, medical, social, and spiritual. These are just a few of the services we provide. Click below to learn more and find out how you can utilize our services.
Mission
River City Ministry is a faith-based, nonprofit dedicated to providing for basic needs and connecting people to God through Christ-Centered relationship.
Staff
At River City Ministry, we are a family. Learn about the members of our team and how the Lord has led us to serve Him here in North Little Rock.