Every April the local high schools take a week off for spring break. And, while many students spend that time relaxing at home or traveling on vacations, the RPMs High School Youth Group travels to help those in need.  

The teens work hard and help change lives but more often than not, the eye-opening experience change the lives of the young volunteers as well.  This year, from April 13th-18th, a group of 35 teens and adult chaperones, will work with an organization called Youth Opportunity Service Project (YSOP) in Washington D.C.  During the week, students will volunteer at different sites around the city serving meals at soup kitchens; providing recreational activities and companionship to young, formerly homeless children; distribute food and supplies at food pantries; socialize and bring snacks to people in drop-in centers. 

To make the Spring Mission Trip a reality, we hold one major fund-raiser, the “Grounds for Giving” Coffeehouse and Silent Auction. This year it is to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 14th at the Delmar Reformed Church, at the Four Corners in Delmar. This fun evening, will feature delicious hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffees along with lively music by Brian Axford!