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- EIN 45-2697853
- (408) 648-9097
- 5653 Orchard Park Dr San Jose CA 95123-3430 USA
- www.stirringwaters.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: Vision: to communicate the gospel, demonstrate the love of jesus christ and celebrate the value and worth of all people, particularly those with special needs and at-risk youth, encouraging them, their families and/or caregivers, and ministry team member in the development of their faith and the expression of their god-given talents and gifts. Mission: to provide a welcoming environment where teens and adults with special needs can grow in their understanding of god's word as well as utilize their abilities and god-given gifts and talents, enabling them to experience the love of god as full-fledged members of the body of christ. To provide an opportunity for each person to be discipled and mentored to grow in their faith, learn habits and practical life skills that enhance their well-being and contribute to the well-being of others, their families, caregivers and the community. To provide a setting in which everyone feels valued and appreciated rather than invisible
Programs: Program servicing-club and fun activities weekly club for persons with special needs with games, skits, food, giveaways and life talk lessons at stirring waters offices and local parks/schools. Servicing over 3 high schools, each having 4 special ed classes of a total of over 200 students and high school volunteers. Expenses include but not limited to food, game supplies, activity supplies, costumes and art supplies
special needs outings providing intellectual and developmental disabilities the chance to experience fun and adventure, to develop fulfilling friendships and to challenge their limits while building self-esteem through outings in the community. Most special needs persons are isolated from the community and we go out and do fun things that they have never experienced. Expenses include but not limited to baseball, football, basketball games (both high school and professional) movies, concerts, dances, pizza party outings, bowling, laser tag, amusement parks and disneyland trips servicing over 3 high schools, each having 4 special ed classes of a total of over 200 students and high school volunteers.
organized events: *monthly free dance parties with dj, photo booth, snacks, games and prizes giving families respite and allowing friendships outside of the classroom, socialization and a safe environment for all to enjoy clean music and fun activities *fashion show- a day to encourage our attendees to feel special and wear beautiful gowns and tuxedos. Food, raffle prizes and activities involved * resource fairs- collaboration with other non-profits and businesses to bring awareness of services and programs available to families. Food, activities and music * carnival- safe and fun individual and "buddy" based carnival that all can participate with low tables, accessible games and diet friendly treats. Music, carnival games and food servicing over 3 high schools, each having 4 special ed classes of a total of over 200 students and high school volunteers along with their families
building special needs leadership- training includes volunteerism, tangible bible study and workbook evaluations. Lots of team building, video lessons and role playing. We provide certification upon completion of booklets and have weekly lunches and bi-monthly dinners. We encourage by giving gift cards and tangible gifts for completion and celebration of task completed. 10 jr leaders served