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2024 Banquet Recap
Our annual banquet on Thursday, September 26, 2024, was a beautiful evening filled with laughter, tears, and moving stories of God's providence throughout our community and beyond.
Cruising for Christ Car Show
Join us at the Glad Tidings Muncie North for the Cruising for Christ Event on Saturday, September 14th, 2024! This family-friendly car show and market fair runs from 10 AM to 4 PM, with the cruise-in starting at 12 PM.
Join First Choice in Shaping Teen Lives: Open Positions Now
Are you passionate about seeing young people make healthy relationship choices? We at First Choice are looking for individuals that love working with teens and are willing to teach difficult topics such as healthy communication skills, the risks of sexual activity, choosing friends wisely, refusal skills, technology safety. and more.
Data Entry Volunteer Needed
First Choice for Women is seeking a dedicated volunteer for a once-a-month data entry position at our Anderson location.
2023 Annual Report Now Available
Exciting news! First Choice for Women has just released our 2023 Annual Report, and it's now available for viewing on our website.
Join Us for Toddler Milestones: Lunch & Learn Sessions!
First Choice for Women is thrilled to announce our upcoming Toddler Milestones: Lunch & Learn sessions at the Family Resource Center in Anderson, IN. (1102 W. 14th St.) Mark your calendars for May 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
D26 Safety Fair
Join us on Saturday, April 20, 2024, as D26 hosts a Safety Day for students and their families. First Choice for Women will be present, extending their support to the community by offering access to pregnancy care options and other essential services.
One Man's Journey to Healing After Abortion: A Testimony from a Care Net Affiliate Leader
One of the biggest blessings that has come out of the growth of Care Net's Abortion Recovery and Care ministry in the last couple years is the stories.
New Weekly Study Group: Chosen
Discover your purpose in life with our brand new weekly study group, Chosen! Join us at our Anderson office every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 2pm for engaging discussions and self-discovery.
Built-4-More Tour: Reclaiming the Mountains
Join us on May 3rd at 7 PM at the Full Gospel Temple Worship Center in Muncie for an unforgettable evening at the Built-4-More Tour. Experience captivating performances by talented artists including Mikenley Brown, Phil Kane, and Brooks Kidd
Child Abuse Prevention Kick-Off
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. Every child deserves a safe and happy childhood. Join us for the Child Abuse Prevention Kick Off event on April 1st from 4-6 pm. Meet us at Anderson First Church of the Nazarene Community Center 2324 Jackson Street for games, crafts, food, and awareness.
You Are… Chosen
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 12:30 pm, We would LOVE to see YOU at our first “Chosen” meeting of the year at First Choice for Women (6 W 8th Street, Anderson, IN).
Closed for the Holidays
We will be closed from December 20th through January 1, 2024 for the Holidays.
#60Clients-in160Days
Three new programs have been established over the past two years, our Fatherhood Initiative, the Mobile Unit, and Toddler Milestones. The Fatherhood Initiative has become an anchor for our male clients. Dads are often relegated to the sidelines of a pregnancy decision, but they can now meet with male volunteers who empower them to have a voice. Confident, involved fathers lead to more stable families and better outcomes for their children.
Closed for the Holidays
We will be closing December 21st and reopening January 4th for the Holidays! If you are in need of practical needs for those two weeks please come see us before Friday December 18th!
First Choice for Women Announces New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of First Choice is excited and honored to announce our new Executive Director. Our Search Committee has reviewed numerous resumes and applications. We conducted interviews with many candidates who had the qualifications, but one candidate has not only a proven track record but also a passion for this ministry.
Edgewood Baptist Church
This quarter, First Choice for Women recognizes another one of our wonderful supporting churches, Edgewood Baptist Church. Pastor Andy Lutz has led the ministry since 2000 alongside his wife of 22 years, Heather Lutz.
Did You Know?
United Way Gives
Did you know that First Choice for Women can receive donations through the United Way? Simply designate the funds to First Choice for Women when pledging through your company’s United Way campaign drive!
All About Abstinence
Unfortunately, many people believe that Comprehensive Sex Education (CSE) is superior to abstinence-only programs. While CSE can include abstinence-only information, it also includes information on “safe sex” practices, which is a form of risk reduction, not the risk prevention found in abstinence-only based curriculum like that of the Creating Positive Relationships (CPR) offered by First Choice for Women.