Empowering Lives. Transforming Hope.

In 2015, Pastor David Chadwick joined the Opportunity Task Force, a group of dedicated community members with a singular focus: to confront the deeply rooted issue of intergenerational poverty in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. Over the course of 18 months, they investigated the grim reality facing far too many of the region's children and youth. The task force's findings painted a sobering picture of economic immobility. A 2013 Harvard University/UC Berkeley study had revealed that Charlotte ranked 50th out of 50 major U.S. cities for economic mobility—the ability of children born in the bottom income quintile to rise to the top as adults. This alarming statistic sparked a resolve in Pastor Chadwick to make a tangible difference. From this report, Pastor Chadwick's vision was born: a united effort that would join service providers in addressing the most pressing needs of individuals living in poverty. His vision culminated in the creation of a coalition focused on Feeding, Reading, Healing, and Discipleship. This coalition would become a powerful force for change, embodying the belief that by working together, the community could transform lives. In 2019, this vision took root with the launch of "Seeding Hope," a movement aimed at bringing together service providers and uplifting struggling communities. As the world faced the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the coalition pivoted to fight hunger, providing essential support to the most vulnerable populations in Charlotte. By 2021, the "City of Hope" campaign officially launched, embodying a commitment to wholeness and the betterment of lives through collaboration. In 2022, Pastor Chadwick continued to foster synergy among community groups, encouraging greater cooperation between service providers and solidifying the foundation for sustainable impact. By 2023, the movement solidified its foundations, developing core pillars and appointing full-time leadership to ensure the continuation and growth of its mission. From intergenerational poverty to economic mobility, Pastor Chadwick’s vision—rooted in faith and community—is creating a legacy of hope, healing, and opportunity.