Outreach Ministry
2026
Serving our community with love, compassion, and the heart of Christ. Join us throughout 2026 as we make a difference — one event at a time.
Next Event
💝 Real Options
March 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM
26
days away
13
Events Planned
Throughout 2026
6
Ministry Areas
Food, Homeless, Prison & More
12
Months of Service
February through December
1
Community
United in Purpose
Help Us Serve — Donate Today
Drop items off behind Connect Central in the collection boxes
Clothes Collection
Gently used clothing for homeless outreach
Hygiene Kits
Grab-and-go hygiene support kits
Stock the Pantry
Food support for Richardson ISD schools
Outreach Events
A year of serving our community with love, compassion, and purpose. Each event is an opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC)
Join us as we pack meals for children around the world through Feed My Starving Children. This is a powerful hands-on experience where we come together to fight hunger globally.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC)
Join us as we pack meals for children around the world through Feed My Starving Children. This is a powerful hands-on experience where we come together to fight hunger globally.
Real Options
Supporting Real Options in their mission to provide compassionate care and resources to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Come serve with a heart of love.
Real Options
Supporting Real Options in their mission to provide compassionate care and resources to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Come serve with a heart of love.
Homeless Ministry
Early morning outreach to serve our homeless neighbors with warm meals, supplies, and the love of Christ. Be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community.
Homeless Ministry
Early morning outreach to serve our homeless neighbors with warm meals, supplies, and the love of Christ. Be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community.
Prison Worship, Baptism & Prophetic Day — Buster Cole
A powerful day of worship, baptism, and prophetic ministry at Buster Cole facility. Bringing hope, transformation, and the presence of God behind the walls.
Prison Worship, Baptism & Prophetic Day — Buster Cole
A powerful day of worship, baptism, and prophetic ministry at Buster Cole facility. Bringing hope, transformation, and the presence of God behind the walls.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC)
Another opportunity to pack life-saving meals for children in need through FMSC. Every meal packed is a tangible expression of God's love to a hungry child.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC)
Another opportunity to pack life-saving meals for children in need through FMSC. Every meal packed is a tangible expression of God's love to a hungry child.
Laundromat Evangelism — Back to School
Meeting families right where they are — at the laundromat! We'll share the love of Jesus, help with laundry costs, and distribute back-to-school supplies to families in need.
Laundromat Evangelism — Back to School
Meeting families right where they are — at the laundromat! We'll share the love of Jesus, help with laundry costs, and distribute back-to-school supplies to families in need.
Back to School Outreach
Equipping students and families for the new school year with backpacks, supplies, and encouragement. Every child deserves to start the school year with confidence.
Back to School Outreach
Equipping students and families for the new school year with backpacks, supplies, and encouragement. Every child deserves to start the school year with confidence.
Amazing Grace Food Pantry — Meal Packing
Partner with Amazing Grace Food Pantry to pack meals and serve our local community. Together we can make sure no family goes hungry.
Amazing Grace Food Pantry — Meal Packing
Partner with Amazing Grace Food Pantry to pack meals and serve our local community. Together we can make sure no family goes hungry.
Homeless Ministry — Coat Drive
Collecting coats throughout October to deliver warmth and care to our homeless neighbors in November. Please drop off new or gently used coats behind Connect Central in the collection boxes. No sign-up needed — just bring your donations anytime during October!
Homeless Ministry — Coat Drive
Collecting coats throughout October to deliver warmth and care to our homeless neighbors in November. Please drop off new or gently used coats behind Connect Central in the collection boxes. No sign-up needed — just bring your donations anytime during October!
Day with Dad — Prison Ministry
A special day connecting incarcerated fathers with their children through activities, fellowship, and love. Restoring family bonds and bringing hope to families.
Day with Dad — Prison Ministry
A special day connecting incarcerated fathers with their children through activities, fellowship, and love. Restoring family bonds and bringing hope to families.
Homeless Ministry
Delivering coats collected during October and serving our homeless neighbors with warm meals, supplies, and the love of Christ as winter approaches.
Homeless Ministry
Delivering coats collected during October and serving our homeless neighbors with warm meals, supplies, and the love of Christ as winter approaches.
Turkey Giveaway
Blessing families in our community with turkeys and Thanksgiving meal supplies. Because every family deserves a seat at the Thanksgiving table.
Turkey Giveaway
Blessing families in our community with turkeys and Thanksgiving meal supplies. Because every family deserves a seat at the Thanksgiving table.
Toys for Christmas — Community Event
Spreading Christmas joy to children and families in our community with toys, games, and the message of God's greatest gift. Every child deserves the magic of Christmas.
Toys for Christmas — Community Event
Spreading Christmas joy to children and families in our community with toys, games, and the message of God's greatest gift. Every child deserves the magic of Christmas.
"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works"
— Ephesians 2:10
"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works"
— Ephesians 2:10
Current Initiatives
Help us serve our community by donating items for these ongoing initiatives. Tap each card to see what's needed and how to contribute.
Drop-Off Location
Behind Connect Central — in the collection boxes
Serving With Purpose
Gateway Church Plano Outreach Ministry exists to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community. Through food drives, homeless outreach, prison ministry, and community events, we share God's love in practical ways.
Food Ministry
Packing meals with FMSC, partnering with Amazing Grace Food Pantry, and providing Thanksgiving turkeys to families in need.
Homeless Ministry
Serving warm meals, distributing coats, and sharing the love of Christ with our homeless neighbors throughout the year.
Prison Ministry
Bringing worship, baptism, and prophetic ministry behind the walls. Connecting fathers with their children through Day with Dad.
Community Outreach
Back to school drives, Christmas toy events, laundromat evangelism, and partnering with Real Options to support women and families in our community.
Visit Real OptionsOur Ministry Partners
We are blessed to partner with organizations that share our heart for serving the community.
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."
Connect With Us
Whether you want to serve, donate, or simply learn more — we're here for you. Reach out to the ministry that fits your heart.
Outreach Ministry
Have questions about upcoming events, want to volunteer, or need more information about our community initiatives? We'd love to hear from you!
How We Can Help
Prison Ministry
Interested in serving through prison ministry, joining worship events, or learning about Day with Dad? Reach out — we'd love to connect you!
How We Can Help
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace."
— 1 Peter 4:10