CASE students led this year’s Lights On Afterschool event with creativity and leadership, welcoming Senator Heidi Campbell and highlighting the impact of afterschool programs in Tennessee. Through student-led presentations, club showcases, and family engagement activities, the evening celebrated literacy, community connection, and the power of education to transform lives.

At 50 Forward Madison, Institute for GOD volunteers helped older adults build confidence and independence through technology training. What began as simple device support became a meaningful opportunity for connection, empowerment, and dignity.

CASE Clubs empower middle school students to explore their passions—like Art, Sports, ASL, and Spanish—through student-led, project-based learning. This innovative 2025–2026 CASE initiative fosters curiosity, skill-building, and a love of learning across GOD International’s educational sites.

Global Outreach Developments Int’l has been awarded $15,000 from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to expand youth, family, and adult literacy programs in Nashville. The grant will strengthen after-school learning, immigrant and refugee education, and family engagement—helping students gain confidence, advance reading levels, and equipping adults with essential English and job readiness skills.

The RIDE program at GOD International is empowering immigrants and refugees from nations like Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Jamaica with essential driver’s education skills. By equipping participants with knowledge, confidence, and community support, RIDE helps open doors to employment, independence, and long-term stability in the U.S.

This summer at our Southeast Asia campus, GOD International staff and volunteers hosted three weeks of Camp Skillz—serving 45 children with daily hands-on experiences in science, art, athletics, and more. In a year marked by school closures and rising screen time, Camp Skillz gave youth a safe place to learn, grow, and belong—because every child deserves to be seen, valued, and loved in Jesus’ name.

Now in its 12th year, CASE Afterschool expands to new sites across Nashville and introduces student-led clubs that nurture creativity, learning, and community. Discover how CASE is creating spaces where students thrive.

Serving refugees through English language learning at Buffalo Trails Apartments, a volunteer with GOD Intl's Language in Action (LIA) program shares powerful stories of healing, and growth. From Congolese to Venezuelan and Afghani students, this refugee ESL ministry is a testament to God’s compassion and care.

After a long pause due to renovations, WECare has resumed social activities at Chippington Towers alongside continued weekly cleaning support from Institute for G.O.D. students. From bingo to music to quiet conversations, these simple moments are a meaningful part of building trust and care with residents....

At our recent IRC seminar, Championing Neurodiverse Kids: Tips & Support, parents and caregivers gathered for an empowering conversation...