Church of Champions - Houston

What Church of Champions - Houston does

Church of Champions is a Houston, Texas-based nonprofit religious organization founded on August 28, 1988 by Rev. Dr. Wendell E. Hutchins II, operating as an IRS certified 501(c)(3). It functions as a multi-campus ministry headquartered at 12922 Cutten Rd, Houston, TX 77066, with a congregation representing over 40 nationalities and a service portfolio organized across 18+ affiliated subsidiaries. The organization runs weekly Sunday worship services at 10 AM (in-person and online via YouTube), a children's ministry (ChampKids City), connect groups, women's ministry (Women of Courageous Faith), discipleship classes (Kingdom Forge, Emmaus & Beyond, Growth Track), and pastoral care/counseling services (Champions Care).

Its core products and services span worship, education, healthcare, and media. Key operational subsidiaries include Heritage Preparatory School (K-8 Christian education), Optimal Family Care Clinics (healthcare), Champions Food Truck Park (community venue), and the Courageous Faith Podcast (described as the #1 Christian podcast in Houston). Technology infrastructure is conventional: Church Community Builder (CCB) for member management, Pushpay for digital giving, text-to-give (SMS), YouTube for streaming, WooCommerce/Shopify for merchandise, Substack for newsletters, and Google Analytics for site tracking. No proprietary technology or AI/ML capabilities are present.

The business model is nonprofit and donation-driven. Primary revenue comes from voluntary tithes and offerings collected monthly via Pushpay, text-to-give, and mail. Secondary streams include branded merchandise sales (Courageous Faith Coffee, mugs) and minor event fees (e.g., Fall Festival). The church generates no explicit pricing for participation; services are free to attend. Distribution is primarily through the physical Houston campus, supplemented by a global online streaming presence and an extensive volunteer Dream Team that compensates for a small 7-person paid staff. The organization markets through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Substack, SMS alerts, and seasonal events such as Easter, Christmas, Fall Festival, and 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.

Name

Church of Champions - Houston

Legal name

The Church of Champions

Website

https://champ.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Church of Champions is a Houston, Texas-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) religious organization founded in 1988, serving a multi-nationality congregation through worship services, K-8 education, healthcare clinics, and community outreach programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services (Christian Church and Ministry)

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (81311), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Religious Organizations (813110)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAJAA

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYBPAGAJAD

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

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYBPAGAJAH

Faith-Based Healthcare Ministries (Hospitals, Clinics, Medical Missions)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYBPAGAJAE

Faith-Based Missions & Evangelism Organizations (Domestic & International)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYMPABALAN

Religious Music & Worship Broadcasting

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Broadcasting (TV & Radio)/Religious/Faith-Based Broadcasting

Keywords

• Christian church services
• Religious community ministry
• Worship programs
• Faith-based nonprofit
• Children's ministry

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offerings: Church accepts financial donations through Pushpay mobile giving, text-to-give (text 'Give' to 281-305-0505), and mail-in donations. The church is an IRS certified 501(c)(3) organization.
2. Merchandise Sales: Sells branded merchandise including Courageous Faith Coffee (The Champions Blend) and coffee mugs through their store.
3. Event Revenue: Some festival activities and vendor booths may have small fees. Fall Festival 2024 noted some game stations and food options have small fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Church of Champions is a Christian church that provides Sunday worship services (in-person and online streaming at 10 AM), midweek Bible studies, Connect Groups, and a broad portfolio of ministry programs including children's, youth, men's, women's, and young adult ministries. It supplements its religious offerings with affiliated education (Heritage Preparatory School K-8), healthcare (Optimal Family Care Clinics), and community outreach programs (Operation Turkey, Emmaus retreats, Champions Food Truck Park).

Product overview

Church of Champions is a multi-faceted Texas-based ministry offering a comprehensive portfolio of spiritual, educational, and community services. The core offering is Sunday worship services (in-person and online at 10:00 AM) supplemented by Connect Groups, Growth Track membership classes, and 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting programs. The church operates Heritage Preparatory School (K-8 Christian education) and Optimal Family Care Clinics (healthcare services). Additional programs include the Courageous Faith Podcast (#1 Christian podcast in Houston), ChampKids City children's ministry with Pearl Bible memorization program, Emmaus & Beyond spiritual retreats, Women of Courageous Faith (WOCF) women's ministry, and Kingdom Forge discipleship classes. The church also sells branded merchandise (Courageous Faith Coffee, mugs) through its COC Merch store, hosts FlashPoint LIVE! annual events, and provides Champions Care support services including pastoral care, counseling, crisis care, weddings, and funerals. The congregation represents over 40 nationalities united around the mission of 'helping people follow Jesus in Houston.'

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ChampKids City: Children's ministry providing Bible lessons, worship, and activities for kids from newborn to 12 years old
• Courageous Faith Podcast
• Women of Courageous Faith (WOCF)
• Heritage Preparatory School
• Optimal Family Care
• Champions Care
• Dream Team
• Courageous Faith Coffee
• Emmaus & Beyond

Products and services

• Courageous Faith Podcast Weekly podcast hosted by Pastor Wendell Hutchins II featuring in-depth Bible studies, candid conversations, and interviews with cultural disruptors and faith leaders. Described as the #1 Christian podcast in Houston.
• Courageous Faith Coffee (The Champions Blend) Branded coffee blend ('Fuel for Visionaries') and related merchandise (mugs, apparel) sold through the church's Shopify-powered store and the 1677 Coffee Co. partnership.
• Heritage Preparatory School Affiliated K-8 Christian preparatory school (preschool through 8th grade) led by Chancellor Rev. Dr. Wendell E. Hutchins II, offering an award-winning academic program focused on equipping students for lifetime success.
• Optimal Family Care Clinics Affiliated healthcare clinics providing state-of-the-art facilities and experienced healthcare professionals serving Northwest Houston communities regardless of financial means, open six days a week.
• Emmaus & Beyond Retreat Transformative 3-day weekend spiritual retreat experience designed to deepen participants' relationship with God through intensive prayer, fellowship, and discipleship (Version 3.0 Verse 62 held February 2025).
• One Day Seminary Financial empowerment seminar hosted by Pastor Dr. Wendell Hutchins II alongside Dr. James Payne, teaching 'Secrets, Insights, and Strategies' for wealth principles rooted in Judeo-Christian faith.
• Champions Care Support Ministry Pastoral care, counseling, crisis care, hospital visits, and bereavement support addressing depression, rejection, divorce recovery, addiction, suicidal thoughts, grief, and special needs children; includes wedding and funeral services.
• Sunday Worship Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 40 nationalities represented in congregation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Epic Dreams WorldflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 April 2026Epic Dreams World, a global division of Dreams Design Group based in Manhattan, New York, officially selected Church of Champions as its designated beneficiary organization for 2026. This reflects Epic Dreams World's commitment to align with organizations making measurable difference in lives worldwide. Church of Champions was selected for its long-standing exceptional work in local missions and global impact.
• Heritage Preparatory SchoolcoreOthersAn affiliated K-12 Christian preparatory school founded under the church's leadership. The school has created an award-winning academic program focused on equipping children for lifetime success. Church promotes the school on its website and events.
• Optimal Family CarecoreOthersHealthcare clinic providing state-of-the-art facilities and experienced healthcare professionals. Founded under church leadership to serve Northwest Houston community with accessible healthcare. The church promotes this service to its congregation.
• Champions Food Truck ParkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFood truck park venue partnered with for community events. Featured at Fall Festival 2024 bringing farmer's market, live music, food trucks and fun activities to the community.
• Operation TurkeyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChurch partnered with Operation Turkey to prepare, cook, pack and deliver Thanksgiving meals to the less fortunate. Operation Turkey is a 100% volunteer organization with over 30,000 volunteers working across the US for 23 years.
• Awakening America TourminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosting Awakening America Tour by Pastors Myles and DeLana Rutherford. This event brings radical worship and prayer experiences to the church.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ChurchofChampionsHouston
• Facebookfacebook.com/ChurchofChampions.Houston
• Instagraminstagram.com/championsfoodtruckpark
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/church-of-champions---houston

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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