RHM Banquet 2024
Annual Fundraising Banquet
Registration for our 2024 Annual Fundraising Banquet is closed.
TUESDAY, November 12th 6:30PM-8:30PM Airport Holiday Inn and Conference Center
The theme of this year's Fundraising Banquet is "O But God!" and is rooted in the work we have witnessed over and over again not only in Ruth Harbor's almost 25-year history but also in the lives of the women we are privileged to serve. This is the night you will hear these stories.
There are often a few seats still available due to cancellations, so if you haven't yet RSVP'd and would like to join us next Thursday evening please email Aimee!
Join us for this inspiring evening!
Pastor Mark Vance, Lead Pastor, Cornerstone Church of Ames will provide a unique perspective on the generational issues confronting young people and the need for ministries like Ruth Harbor to engage our community to be a gospel influence in Iowa and beyond.
Nick & Sharlee will provide an alumnae update and will share what has happened in their lives since last year's banquet. While the challenges are real, so is the faith journey, and Nick & Sharlee's story underscores the need for Ruth Harbor 2.0
The Ruth Harbor Pathway will reveal a five-phase program to help women go from barely surviving to thriving.
Doors open at 6:00pm, dinner & program from 6:30 - 8:30pm.
Ruth Harbor Sponsor Commitment Levels:
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RHM Banquet 2024
2024 Ruth Harbor Fundraising Banquet Report
More than 550 members of the Ruth Harbor Family gathered in Des Moines on November 12th for the Ruth Harbor Fundraising banquet!
The theme of this year's Fundraising Banquet theme "O But God!" is rooted in the work we have witnessed repeatedly, not only in Ruth Harbor's almost 25-year history but also in the lives of the women we are privileged to serve.
Pastor Mark Vance from Cornerstone Church in Ames shared a powerful message on the needs of the younger generation. His unmatched passion for empowering youth is making a significant impact across America.
Ruth Harbor Executive Director, Chris Eller, shared a ministry update, highlighting the changing world and how the organization is adapting a five-phase program to meet the unique requirements for our moms.
We received an alumni update from Nick and Sharlee, who completed the program last year. Since then, they've faced both challenges and blessings. We're grateful to continue supporting them as they move forward beyond the home.
Thank You!
The Annual Banquet provides a significant portion of the funding needed to serve and care for the mothers and children God sends to us each year. To date, the Ruth Harbor Family has given more than $280,000 to further the mission God has given us to bless mothers who choose life for their child, but have little family or community support.
If you were not able to attend the banquet and would still like to have your contribution included in our banquet total, you may give online today.
Our housing directors, Mathew and Casey, share an update on our housing program and introduce transitional care housing!
Our Alumni director, Sara, shares an update on the ways that we serve our moms after they leave our program.
Our banquet highlight video showcases all the special people and details that made the night special!
Suffering & the Heart of God
Attendees will come away with a better understanding of trauma, childhood wounds, how God created the brain, working within ministry related burnout, and how to effectively restore survivors.
Open House
You’re Invited!
We are hosting an Open House at our Carlisle Home (130 Pennsylvania Street, Carlisle) on Saturday, June 8 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and you’re invited!
Our first open house in Carlisle since the home was opened in late 2018.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to:
tour the home,
meet Ruth Harbor staff, board members, residents and alumnae,
learn the home’s history, and
hear how God is providing for RHM to expand services in order to serve more moms and babies.
Please join us on Saturday, June 8 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at our Carlisle home (130 Pennsylvania Street, Carlisle, IA).
Note the following:
Street parking available
Handicap or elderly reserved parking in the front of home
Cookies compliments of Iowa Cookie Co.
Cloudy, but no rain in the forecast
If you want to catch-up on where the McCaughey Septuplets are as of late 2022, here’s an article in the Des Moines Register.
Virtual Walk For Life 2024
Our Virtual Walk for Life is coming up on Saturday, May 11th! This year our goal is $25,000! These funds will cover client counseling services for a full year & provide a new deck at our Carlisle home. Donations of $100 or more will receive our exclusive “I AM PRO-MOM” t-shirt following the event.
We will have several fun factors to our virtual walk including prize drawings and a pet contest! Make sure to visit our website and check social media for more details on how to enter and win!
RHM Banquet 2023
2023 Ruth Harbor Banquet Report
More than 500 members of the Ruth Harbor Family gathered in Des Moines on November 2 for the annual Ruth Harbor Fundraising Banquet.
The highlight of the evening was hearing the stories of life transformation and God’s work in the lives of young moms who have been a part of Ruth Harbor this past year.
We were blessed to have Gov. Kim Reynolds with us for the evening and share from her heart her desire to help young families, especially mothers who choose life for their child, but need help.
Ruth Harbor executive director, Chris Eller, provided a ministry update on the work of Ruth Harbor and the progress made over the past year in developing and strengthening partner relationships to better serve moms while they are in our homes and after they graduate from Ruth Harbor.
Thank You!
The Annual Banquet provides a significant portion of the funding needed to serve and care for the mothers and children God sends to us each year. To date, the Ruth Harbor Family has given more than $206,000 to further the mission God has given us to bless mothers who choose life for their child, but have little family or community support.
If you were not able to attend the banquet and would still like to have your contribution included in our banquet total, you may give online today.
Gov. Kim Reynolds with two of Ruth Harbor’s founders, Jessica Dunker and Becky Zemlicka.
Video Highlights
To listen to the key highlights from the 2023 Banquet, we have the videos posted to Ruth Harbor’s YouTube channel.
Client Story: Nick & Sharlee White
Recent Ruth Harbor Graduate Sharlee shares her story of transformation from prison to praise through the ministry of Ruth Harbor and the support and encouragement of a multitude of people who came along side her in her journey.
Greg Baker
Greg Baker from the Church Ambassador’s Network describes how God designed the family, church, and government to work together to serve our community. Each of us plays a part.
Gov. Kim Reynolds
Gov. Kim Reynolds shares her passion to help Iowa families and the importance of partnership between state government and ministries like Ruth Harbor.
Dr. Mike Augsburger
Pastor Mike Augsburger of Soteria Church describes the spiritual and theological foundation provided by the church to reach and serve the brokenhearted in cooperation with ministries like Ruth Harbor.
Thank you for making this year’s banquet a wonderful event and a blessing to those we are called to walk along side in their journey towards hope and healing.
Your partnership makes a difference!