Arise Ministries

What Arise Ministries does

Arise Ministries, operating under the doing-business-as name Arise Single Moms, is a faith-based religious nonprofit founded in 2002 by Pam Kanaly in Oklahoma. The organization is purpose-built around the single-mother demographic and operates a multi-format content and community platform: 19+ online Bible study series with downloadable PDF guides and Typeform-based interactive sessions, The Single Momcast podcast distributed via Podbean, a YouTube video library, a blog, downloadable free resource guides, crisis support resource pages, and recurring community events anchored by the annual Thrive Gathering conference in Oklahoma City. Secondary audiences include the children of single mothers (served by The Table for Kids family curriculum) and volunteer leaders (served by the Arise Leader Network, which equips outside individuals to start local single-mom ministries).

The underlying technology stack is intentionally lightweight: a Squarespace-hosted website, Podbean for podcast distribution, YouTube for video hosting, Google Calendar (ICS) integration for event reminders, and Typeform for interactive study guides. There is no proprietary platform, mobile app, API, or AI/ML component; the product surface is content-driven rather than software-driven. The organization carries ECFA accreditation, the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency 2026, and a Four-Star Charity Rating Badge 2026.

The business model is a nonprofit donations-plus-events structure. Core content (Bible studies, blog, podcast episodes, downloadable freebies, crisis support pages) is provided free of charge, with revenue generated from individual and organizational charitable donations and from event registration fees for the Thrive Gathering conference, golf scrambles, socials, runs, and seasonal events. The go-to-market motion is community-led: reach is built through podcast, blog, social, email, and free downloadable resources, while deeper engagement and conversion to donors or event attendees happens through online studies, support groups, and in-person community events in the Oklahoma City metro. Leadership is co-founder Pam Kanaly (President) and Shelley Pulliam (Executive Director), with the organization operationally based in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Name

Arise Ministries

Legal name

Arise Single Moms

Website

https://ariseministries.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arise Ministries is a faith-based nonprofit founded in 2002 that provides free online Bible studies, a podcast, community events, and crisis resources to single mothers and their children in and beyond the Oklahoma City metro, funded by donations and event registration fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-based family and community services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Faith-based ministry
• Single mom support
• Bible study curriculum
• Christian nonprofit
• Community events

Headquarters

HQ city

Edmond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: The organization relies on charitable donations from individuals and supporters to fund its programs and operations.
2. Event Registration Fees: Various events including Thrive Gathering, golf scrambles, socials, and fundraisers charge registration fees. The 2026 Thrive Gathering is held at Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Arise Ministries delivers a faith-based support ecosystem for single mothers consisting of 19+ online Bible study series with video and downloadable PDF guides, a podcast (The Single Momcast), crisis support resources, downloadable free guides, and community events. The Arise Leader Network further equips volunteers to start single mom ministries in their own communities.

Product overview

Arise Ministries operates a multi-platform ministry ecosystem centered on supporting single mothers. The core offering consists of 19+ Online Bible Studies featuring video content, downloadable PDF study guides, and Typeform-based interactive sessions covering topics from emotional wellness to spiritual growth. The ecosystem includes The Single Momcast podcast, the annual Thrive Gathering conference, the Arise Leader Network for leadership development, downloadable Essential Support Freebies, Crisis Support Resources, community events (socials, runs, golf tournaments, retreats), and The Arise Blog. All offerings are designed to help single moms navigate life and strengthen children's emotional wellness, with a focus on faith-based resources and community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Bible Studies A library of 19+ online Bible study series designed for single mothers, featuring video content, downloadable PDF study guides, and interactive online study forms covering topics such as faith, emotional wellness, parenting, and spiritual growth.
• The Single Momcast Podcast Podcast offering encouragement, practical tips, and real stories from former single moms to support and inspire listeners navigating single-mother life.
• Thrive Gathering Annual in-person weekend conference for single mothers and their children held in Oklahoma City, featuring teaching and community connection.
• Arise Leader Network Leadership development program supporting individuals who lead groups, host events, or create ministries for single moms, providing resources, community connection, and step-by-step guidance.
• Crisis Support Resources Curated collection of crisis resources for single mothers, including pathways for new single moms, emotional support, and child welfare concerns, with team support available via email.
• Community Events Recurring community gatherings for single mothers and their children, including Summer Send-Off, Red Day Run, Golf Scramble, Jingle Jangle, Single Mom Socials, Leader Retreat, Women's Luncheon, Clays for a Cause, and Roots and Boots.
• Essential Support Freebies Free downloadable PDF resource library for single mothers containing devotionals, guides, and practical tools such as Handbook for Adventurers, Bible Verse Feelings Wheel, and Dear Single Mom affirmations.
• The Table for Kids Bible Study Family-oriented Bible study designed for parents and children to experience together during dinner time, featuring video content, discussion questions, and family recipes.
• The Table Bible Study Family-oriented Bible study experience where parents and children interact through Bible stories, questions, and dinner recipes.
• This is My Story Bible Study Two-part Bible study series featuring honest stories from single moms and individuals raised by single parents, exploring where Jesus' story intersects with personal stories.
• Thoughtful Bible Study Bible study by Ashley Engle focused on gaining control of thought life and developing the 'mind of Christ'.
• Waiting Bible Study Bible study exploring seasons of waiting, understanding God's purpose, and learning to wait well while trusting in His plan.
• Full Court Press Bible Study Four-part series by Deyonka Geeter teaching how to let God be the coach and guide families to work together as a team.
• Reframed Bible Study Bible study by Lina AbuJamra through Genesis 32 on changing perspective to reframe struggles and live victoriously through God's viewpoint.
• Adored Bible Study Four-week series discovering God's love as a daughter of the King, a beautiful masterpiece, and adored by God.
• Anchored Bible Study Study on dropping four anchors from God's Word to steady life's journey, clear away excess baggage, and navigate storms with renewed purpose.
• Fight Like A Mom Bible Study Four-week series on equipping children to build an intimate relationship with God and stand strong in life's battles.
• Unshackled Bible Study Series examining how to overcome insecurity by embracing truth, identity, and purpose to live unshackled.
• I Can't Fix It Bible Study Series on letting go of what can't be controlled, distinguishing between concern and worry, and finding peace by trusting God.
• Breathe Bible Study Series by Lina AbuJamra exploring an Old Testament woman with a timeless message on God's provision, peace, and care.
• Unshaken Bible Study Series on four steps to stand unshaken through prayer, focusing on God's greatness and inviting His peace and power into life.
• Frazzled Bible Study Series for moms feeling stressed and overwhelmed on how leaning on God's character can bring peace and refreshment.
• Mirror Bible Study Bible study by Shelley Pulliam on discovering how to see yourself as you truly are beyond messages from three mirrors through which you view yourself.
• Lighten Up Bible Study Seven-week journey by co-founder Pam Kanaly to lighten emotional load and clear out clutter.
• Leaving A Legacy Bible Study Study on life choices through sessions on choosing well, leading well, loving well, speaking well, and enduring well.
• The Arise Blog Blog featuring stories, tips, guidance, and inspiration for single moms across categories such as Building Character, Emotional Wellness, Life Lessons, Living Single, Motherhood, Parenting, Personal Time, and Spiritual Growth.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• MOPS International (MomCo): National faith-rooted motherhood organization with local groups, curriculum, events, and online community. Broader audience than single moms but highly comparable in faith-based curriculum, local-group model, and event/conference business.
• Focus on the Family: Large, established faith-based family ministry producing parenting resources, podcasts, and single-parent content. Comparable in faith-based family content distribution and donor-funded nonprofit model, though it serves a far broader audience than single mothers.

Direct peers

• Embrace Grace: Faith-based nonprofit supporting single and pregnant women through church-based support groups and leadership curriculum. Closely mirrors Arise's combination of spiritual content, small-group curriculum, and a distributed volunteer-leader model.
• Set Free Alliance: Faith-based ministry equipping churches and volunteers to reach, restore, and support women in vulnerable situations including single mothers. Comparable as a faith-based organization deploying a distributed leader-leader model.
• Mercy Multiplied: Faith-based nonprofit providing residential recovery programs and outreach for young women, including single mothers. Comparable in faith-based mission, women's-services focus, and donor-supported program model.
• The Life of a Single Mom: Faith-based nonprofit serving single mothers through community groups, online courses, conferences, and a podcast. Directly comparable in audience, faith-based curriculum approach, and multi-channel content distribution.
• Single Moms Society: Faith-rooted online community and resource hub for single mothers with courses, mentorship, and events. Closely comparable in online content, mentorship/community model, and single-mom-only target audience.

Emerging players

• Heart of a Military Star: Faith-based nonprofit supporting single military spouses and mothers through resources, community, and grants. Directly comparable in faith-based single-mother mission and donor-supported model, with narrower (military) sub-segment focus.
• Empowering Single Moms (ESM): Faith-based single-mom support nonprofit providing scholarships, mentoring, and community resources. Comparable in donor-funded model and explicit single-mom-only audience; smaller scale and narrower programming scope.
• Restoring The Foundations International: Faith-based ministry delivering curriculum-based support, small-group tools, and crisis/emotional wellness resources through local volunteers. Comparable in faith-rooted curriculum, small-group distribution, and emotional wellness focus for vulnerable women.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AriseMinistries
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arise-ministries

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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