Ozark Mission Project

What Ozark Mission Project does

Ozark Mission Project (OMP) is a Little Rock, Arkansas-based nonprofit founded in 1986 that operates two intertwined programs: a Christ-centered youth mission experience for students and free home repair services for low-income Arkansas homeowners. The youth programming spans three age tiers — summer missions for 7th–12th graders, OMP 101 for 5th–6th graders, and a Leadership Academy for college-age participants — and is delivered through church partner networks that act as both host sites and recruitment channels. The home repair program provides wheelchair ramps, deck repairs, painting, and yardwork, with OMP citing ramp build costs of approximately $1,200 versus an estimated $3,000–$5,000 market rate, enabled by volunteer labor.

OMP's revenue model mixes three streams: program registration fees of $325–$375 per youth participant, individual donations via the recurring Golden Hammer Club and one-time gifts, and institutional support through corporate partnerships (Kroger, Staley Electric), agency partnerships (Area Agency on Aging), and foundation grants (most recently the Methodist Foundation for Arkansas). Beneficiary homeowners receive services at no cost. The organization reports no major recurring gifts or multi-year commitments, leaving revenue structurally dependent on a long tail of small donors and episodic grants.

In 2025–2026, OMP is executing a visible expansion phase coinciding with its 40th anniversary: a new Executive Director (Jules Anderson, elected February 2026), the organization's first full-time Program Manager hire, new host locations across Arkansas, an OMP Alumni Association for past participants, and membership in the national Coalition for Home Repair. The strategic posture is one of organizational professionalization and modest geographic broadening rather than a fundamental mission or business model change.

Name

Ozark Mission Project

Legal name

Ozark Mission Project

Website

https://ozarkmissionproject.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ozark Mission Project is a Little Rock, Arkansas nonprofit founded in 1986 that runs Christ-centered youth mission programs and provides free home repair services — including wheelchair ramps and yardwork — to low-income Arkansas homeowners, funded by participant fees, donations, and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-Based Community Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Educational Adventure Programs (Outdoor Education, Skill Development) (THAAAAAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Adventure Camps & Summer Programs (THAAAOAB), School, University & NGO Outdoor Programs (Curriculum/Program Delivery) (THAAAOAD), Adult Skill-Building Expeditions & Courses (Leadership, Survival, Navigation) (THAAAOAC)

Keywords

• Youth mission programs
• Home repair services
• Faith-based volunteering
• Accessibility modifications
• Community service ministry

Headquarters

HQ city

Little Rock

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Ozark Mission Project operates solely on generosity of individuals and organizations through one-time donations, monthly recurring donations (Golden Hammer Club), and estate planning gifts. No major recurring gifts or multi-year commitments.
2. Youth Program Registration Fees: Summer mission weeks for 7th-12th graders charge registration fees at three tiers: Early Bird $325, Regular $350, Late $375. OMP 101 for rising 5th-6th graders operates at reduced rates with scholarship support available.
3. Corporate Partnerships: Partnerships with Kroger Community Rewards and Staley Electric SOAR program generate donations through community spending programs.
4. Grants: Annual grant applications support ongoing project costs. Methodist Foundation for Arkansas provides scholarship funding for youth participation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ozark Mission Project is a nonprofit ministry that delivers free minor home repairs and accessibility modifications (wheelchair ramps, handrails, deck repairs, exterior painting, yardwork) to Arkansas homeowners while running Christ-centered youth mission programs that combine hands-on construction work with worship, fellowship, and discipleship for participants ranging from rising 5th graders through college-aged staff. Revenue is generated through donations, grants, corporate giving programs, and tiered participant registration fees.

Product overview

Ozark Mission Project is a Christ-centered nonprofit ministry that operates as a unified program portfolio of youth and community service initiatives rather than a technology product. The core offering combines Youth Summer Missions (7th-12th grade), Leadership Academy internships, and OMP 101 (rising 5th-6th graders) with year-round volunteer programs—all centered on hands-on home repair work including wheelchair ramps, porch repairs, painting, and yardwork. These programs are supported by scholarship and award opportunities, a monthly donor program (Golden Hammer Club), an alumni association, and neighbor application services for homeowners needing assistance. All programs integrate worship, fellowship, and service with the goal of transforming lives through Christian discipleship and community building across Arkansas since 1986.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OMP 101: A 3-day mission experience for rising 5th and 6th graders focused on fun, faith, and hands-on mission.
• Leadership Academy

Products and services

• Youth Summer Missions Week-long overnight mission experiences for 7th-12th grade youth combining hands-on home repair work (wheelchair ramps, porch repairs, painting, yardwork) with worship, fellowship, and Christian discipleship across multiple Arkansas host sites.
• Leadership Academy Summer internship program for adults 18+ providing Christian leadership development through biblical discipleship, workload management, group facilitation, and communication training. College staff assist in mission operations, oversee youth groups, and coordinate evening programming and worship activities.
• OMP 101 Three-day half-day mission experience for rising 5th and 6th graders teaching tool safety, construction skills, and community service through hands-on mission paired with faith focus.
• Year-Round Volunteer Programs Ongoing volunteer opportunities for teams of youth or adults with tiered project difficulty (basic maintenance through porch/ramp construction) and flexible 1-4 day scheduling organized through email-based coordination.
• Neighbor Application Services Free minor home repair and accessibility services for Arkansas homeowners including wheelchair ramps, deck/porch repairs, handrail installation, exterior stair repair, house painting, and yardwork.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average wheelchair ramp cost of $1,200 compared to $3,000-$5,000 professional installation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and moderate.

• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKroger Community Rewards program allows shoppers to enroll and designate Ozark Mission Project as their charity of choice. Kroger donates a percentage of qualified purchases to OMP based on community engagement levels. This is a passive income stream that requires no additional action from donors beyond enrollment.
• Staley ElectricminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStaley Electric's SOAR program supports organizations helping children and families. When customers book residential electrical services and mention Ozark Mission Project, Staley Electric donates 5% of the total bill to OMP. This partnership generates donations based on customer service usage.
• Area Agency on Aging of Northwest ArkansascoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAgency partner that identifies elderly and disabled community members needing home repairs and accessibility modifications. Refers neighbors to OMP for assessment and project completion. Critical partnership for reaching isolated homeowners who may not otherwise hear about OMP services.
• Coalition for Home RepairmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerOMP is a member of the Coalition for Home Repair, the premier nonprofit organization promoting and supporting the work of home repair and rehabilitation partners nationwide. Membership provides networking, resources, and best practices sharing across home repair organizations.
• Pulaski Heights United Methodist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost site for OMP 101 programs and Leadership Academy training sessions. Provides facilities for youth programming including meeting rooms, kitchen, and grounds for hands-on learning activities. Essential venue partner for central Arkansas programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Habitat for Humanity: Habitat for Humanity is the dominant nonprofit in home construction and repair for low-income households, with a national footprint and volunteer-driven model. Comparable in the home repair service line and volunteer mobilization, but operates at vastly larger scale and focuses on new home builds and critical repairs rather than youth mission-driven minor repairs.
• The Salvation Army: The Salvation Army is a large, established faith-based social services organization providing disaster relief, social assistance, and community programs nationally. Overlaps with OMP in faith-based social service delivery and volunteer mobilization, but at much greater scale and scope.
• Catholic Charities USA: Catholic Charities is a national faith-based social services network offering housing support, emergency assistance, and community programs. Comparable as a faith-motivated social service organization, though it operates at vastly larger scale, serves broader needs, and does not specialize in the youth mission + home repair niche OMP occupies.

Direct peers

• Group Mission Trips: Group Mission Trips organizes short-term faith-based service experiences for youth and adult groups, including home repair and accessibility projects. Directly comparable to OMP in recruiting through church networks and bundling construction work with discipleship programming.
• Rebuilding Together: Rebuilding Together is a national nonprofit that provides free home repairs and accessibility modifications for low-income homeowners, primarily using volunteer labor. It is directly comparable to OMP's neighbor-facing service delivery (wheelchair ramps, handrails, safety repairs) and is a fellow member of the Coalition for Home Repair.
• YouthWorks: YouthWorks runs week-long Christian mission trips for youth groups that combine service projects (home repair, community improvement) with worship and discipleship. It is the closest direct comparison to OMP's summer mission model, with a similar age range, faith-based framing, and home repair/service project emphasis.
• CityTeam: CityTeam is a faith-based nonprofit providing home repair, disaster recovery, and community services using volunteer groups, including youth. Directly comparable to OMP in its Christian identity, volunteer-driven home repair model, and integration of discipleship with tangible service outcomes.
• Youth Encounter: Youth Encounter is a faith-based nonprofit that organizes short-term mission trips for youth and adults, including construction and home repair projects. Directly comparable to OMP in its youth-focused, church-network-driven, week-long mission trip model with a construction/service component.
• Center for Student Missions (CSM): CSM provides short-term urban and service mission trips for student and youth groups with a faith-based component. It overlaps with OMP in combining youth service, light construction/repair work, and Christian discipleship, though CSM focuses on urban settings versus OMP's Arkansas homeowner base.

Regional players

• Christian Appalachian Project: Christian Appalachian Project delivers home repair, construction, and human services in Appalachian Kentucky using volunteer labor and faith-based programs. Same operating model as OMP (volunteer-driven home repair in underserved rural areas) but focused on a different region, making it a regional rather than direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/OMPArkansas
• Facebookfacebook.com/OzarkMissionProject
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ozark-mission-project

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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