One Christ Won City’s Mission
A Welcome from OCWC President Jim Foubister
18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20
About One Christ Won City
Founded in 2008 by a dedicated group of believers, One Christ Won City (OCWC) aims to unite the city of Venice and the west coast of Florida under the banner of God. Our mission transcends titles and denominations; we are all servants of God, devoted to serving our community. Since our inception, OCWC has touched the lives of over 70,000 individuals through baptisms, service days, school support, and addressing various other community needs. Guided by our faith and a calling from God, we have embarked on numerous missions over the years. As we look to the future, our commitment remains steadfast: to serve and uplift our community in the name of Christ.
2024 A Blessed Year to Glorify Jesus
Unity is answered prayers for Jesus. In John 17, Jesus shares how dear unity is for him and his FATHER. Jesus commands unity for Christians, so the world will recognize us, as HIS followers. We have embraced this unity and applied it to everyday life here in Venice. One Christ Won City has joined with Her Hands His Heart and Together We Can. Thus forging a prolific Christ centered compassion filled culture in our area. Over 100 men and women serve needy families, the lost, the lonely, the forgotten. Providing a hand up for children, working - class families, seniors, and veterans. Providing material and emotional support with dignity.
Thank You for joining with us to serve our community
2024 Volunteer Hours and Impact
Total Volunteer hours for 2024
19,000 hours at $30 = $570,000
Materials given = $110,000
Impact for 2024 = $680,00
ORGANIZATIONS WE SERVED IN 2024
Prayer
Several Organized Prayer gatherings. Weekly Prayer Tuesdays at noon at Centennial Park
FCA
Supplied or cooked 2,000+ hot dogs for field of Faith North Port High, Port Charlotte High, Riverview High and Venice High
The Front
Prayer and share at Toledo Blade quarterly luncheon Port Charlotte
Living Hope Back to School Event
Supplied food and supplies
Easter Fest
Gathered and cooked hot dogs for 500 in Bradenton
Rise As One
Evangelical Out reach at Venice Fair Grounds. A two day event embracing unity, repentance, prayer and worship
Schools
Several Teacher appreciation events, service projects for High School Bright Future scholarships. Met with Sarasota County School leaders discussing how faith based non profits would serve the schools.
10th annual Make A Difference Day
400+ people of all ages from Churches, service clubs, schools, clubs, teams, & Venice Young Marines assist Venice Parks department refresh 27 parks and beaches.
Our Teachers
353 Teachers from 9 area schools were provided 1,404 items for their classroom for the last semester of 23-24 school year.
Baptism
Baptism in the Gulf was held for the second year. 3 beaches saw 45 pastors baptize 525 people with 1,500 witnesses in the crowd. People from Tampa to Port Charlotte joined together.
Food Collection and Distribution
The South County Food Pantry Coalition second year served 9 food pantries in Venice, North Port, Englewood and Port Charlotte received weekly or monthly support of food and volunteers.
Diapers
$1,000 worth of diapers were given to Pregnancy Cares
Azinger Center
Provided many items for our area. We were able to bless them with donations for emergencies.
Service Projects
Volunteers joined with these fine non profit partners Loveland Center, Huddle, EPIC, Englewood Bible, Twig, CAM, Center Of Hope, Church of Nazarene, First Baptist, Helping Hands, Awaken, Jesus Loves You
Keep our People Warm
2,000+ cold weather items were collected and distributed to the needy within 20 miles of Venice.
Hurricane Help
Amazing number of volunteer hours provided for restoration, clean up and rebuilding
Just Jesus
777 people were at Venice Performing Art Center for worship by Voices for Jesus (representing 6 churches) with special guest Nik and Erendira Wallenda. All proceeds ($8,500) were given to Agape Flights
Atlanta Braves
We assisted in the parking car ministry benefiting Awaken Food Pantry
Christmas Parade
Thru the South County Food Pantry Coalition gathered food for Christmas needs
Honoring Jesus with unity, word and deed in 2024
One Christ Won City Expenses
At One Christ Won City (OCWC), every dollar is dedicated to advancing God's kingdom and supporting our community. No one in our organization takes a salary; our work is driven solely by a passion for serving others. Our expenses focus entirely on fulfilling our mission—whether it's through community service projects, providing for school needs, organizing baptisms, or meeting various other local needs. Every contribution is a step towards helping those in our city and beyond, ensuring that all resources are used to further God's work and uplift those in need.
May 5, 2009- May 5, 2024
Expenses
Salary $0
Office $0
Transportation $0
Promotion $15,500
Total dollars from donors used for OCWC Organization $15,500.
Donations since 2009
Food donations, packing, sorting delivery 200,000 pounds @ $3 = $600,000
Gospel Grillers Meals 24,000 @$2 = $48,000
Clothing 25,000 Garments @ $5 = $125,000
Baby Supplies 500 @ $30 = $15,000
Camper Supplies, tents, tarps etc = $7,500
Renovations,Furniture and Repairs = $99,500
Disaster Relief Irma and Ian = $88,400
School Supplies Classroom and Appreciation = $44,400
Camper Supplies (Tents, tarps, etc.) = $7,500
Caring Christian Total Impact = $1,052,880