There are so many uplifting, inspirational individuals and groups that are working to build families of faith in central Arkansas through mentoring programs, children’s ministries, community service and so much more.

That’s why Little Rock Family has launched our new Family Faith Builders feature, an annual program to recognize the efforts of local, faith-based programs that are constructing communities of character through unique and innovative youth programs.

In this issue, we highlight four Family Faith Builders, each of which was nominated by Little Rock Family readers and then selected by a judging panel consisting of well-respected community leaders. To be considered, all nominated programs were required to involve youth (preschool to college-age) and have a presence in central Arkansas. All faith-based organizations of any religion or denomination (from churches to temples to nonprofit organizations) were eligible for consideration.

Read on to learn more about each winner’s mission and impactful programs! If you would like to nominate a faith-based organization for next year’s Family Faith Builders feature, visit LittleRockFamily.com/FaithBuilders.