Strong Missions Inc
About Strong Missions Inc
Strong Missions started in Costa Rica and has stayed close to the work that happens there, from construction to food assistance to arts and sports activities. The draw for donors is simple: this is an organization built around practical support for children and families, not just a short visit that ends when the team flies home. Since 2005, it has served or supplied more than 425,000 meals to children and families. For people who want their giving to reach both immediate needs and long-term community support, that is a strong place to look.
What sets Strong Missions apart is the way its mission trips and year-round community programs stay connected to the same places and people in Costa Rica. Local church and community leaders help shape the work, which keeps projects grounded in what communities have actually said they need.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Costa Rica mission trips
Group mission trips to Costa Rica for youth, college, adult groups, churches, and families, with flexible itineraries and bilingual team support.
Construction projects
Projects that include churches, public and special needs schools, homes, children's and older adult homes, shelters, and gardens, agreed upon with local church and community leaders.
Arts and sports programs
Ongoing fine arts, sports, and martial arts activities for children and young people.
Food for Families
Grocery staples and fresh vegetables from community gardens for families in need, with in-home food deliveries mentioned in the organization’s approach.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Develop communities in Latin America through sustainable strategies of local investment that break the cycle of poverty, reduce delinquency, minimize social risk, and change global perspectives.
Who they serve
Youth, college, and adult groups, churches, families, children, and families in local Costa Rica communities.
Their impact
- Over 425,000 meals served or supplied to children and families since 2005.
How your donation helps
- Construction projects
- Food for Families and feeding programs
- Arts and sports programs
- Costa Rica mission trips
Our story
Charlie Strong began the mission in Costa Rica in 2003 after serving United Methodist churches and campus ministries in Central and North Texas. What started as construction team work grew into a broader effort with feeding programs, arts and sports activities, and other community support. He now lives in Costa Rica year round with his wife Angela and their daughters Anna and Maddy.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Strong Missions Inc has shared.
Volunteer opportunities
- Join group mission trips to Costa Rica
- Serve on construction teams
- Support arts and sports programs for children and young people
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Who can join a mission trip?
Trips are open to youth, college, and adult groups, including churches and families.
What kinds of projects do teams work on?
Teams work on projects like churches, public and special needs schools, homes, children’s and older adult homes, shelters, and gardens.
What does the Food for Families program provide?
It provides grocery staples and fresh vegetables from community gardens for families in need.
What activities are included in the arts and sports programs?
Children and young people take part in fine arts, sports, and martial arts activities.
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