Community. Hope. Renewal.
History
In 1999 Cherish Center was established as a faith-based, non-profit corporation known as Shepherd’s Fold Ministries. In 2001 Jan Turner, a member of the founding team that launched Shepherd’s Fold, was appointed as Executive Director and under her leadership, Cherish Center started incorporating more programs to educate women and help foster those skills. Not long after, Cherished Again, our thrift store (originally called Thee Garage Sale), was also established both as a means to raise funds and as a way to serve the needy.
In 2004 over $450,000 was raised to build a maternity home – what is now Cherish House. Businesses, individuals, and churches in the Northwest Iowa area were all a part of making Cherish House become a reality. In the spring of 2006, Cherish House opened its doors to its first resident, a pregnant young woman choosing life for her unborn child. Cherish Center has grown rapidly since its beginning, and we look forward to continued growth and seeing where God leads us.
Cherish Center Mission Statement
Cherish Center is a sustainable organization offering faith-based, life-changing services for families to be strengthened and renewed through care and compassionate support.
Cherish Center Core Values
L = Life-Affirming (Genesis 1:26-27)
Every life is cherished. We value life by conveying a sense of security, hope, and dignity for each person, serving others with compassion and respect.
I = Integrity (2 Corinthians 5:18-20)
We practice uncompromising moral and ethical conduct. We do what we say we will do by being accountable to God and one another at all times. We are honest and transparent.
G = Growth (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
We meet the changing needs of our community. We support families, promote healthy children, and a strong community; making a positive impact in the lives of the people we serve.
H = Heart (John 13:14-15)
We are servant leaders. We put the needs of others first, allowing their light to shine bright.
T = Team (Ephesians 4:1-6)
We achieve success together. We are strengthened by our diversity and empower each other to achieve, grow and celebrate successes together.
