BIG CREEK MISSIONS
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Serve with us
At Big Creek Missions, we offer mission trips designed to be as flexible and engaging as possible.
Our local mission centers are ready to welcome groups of all sizes and ages. We take care of the essentials—accommodations, meals, pre-trip planning, service opportunities, and on-site logistics—so you can focus on making a difference.
Flexible
In the Spring and Fall, share your preferred trip options with us, and we'll work together to schedule your visit!
Affordable
We suggest a donation to help cover trip costs. Details can be found below.
Personal
At Big Creek, we prioritize people. We invest in our community and our teams, ensuring that every experience is meaningful and impactful, not just a “project” to keep busy.
Available Dates
Here’s how it works: Check the dates below ... once you submit your registration form in the Group Organizer Portal, you’re all set! If there’s any conflict with your dates, we’ll contact you—but otherwise, you’re officially on our calendar. Below are the dates for our spring/fall missions.
Spring: generally any time between February 27 - May 4
... Closed on Easter Weekend
Fall: generally September 3 - November 16
... Closed Labor Day Weekend
Summer Dates - May 26-August 8 - are different -- don't register on this page.
...Check out this page for summer information: Summer Group Organizer Information
What is the cost?
We suggest a $40 per person, per day donation. Your support helps cover meals, lodging, materials, and all the behind-the-scenes work that makes your trip meaningful and worry-free. Give through your group leader portal (ACH) or bring a check with you.
What types of groups can serve?
A team is as any group of one or more! That includes Individuals. Families. Schools. Churches. College groups. Youth groups. Friends. Business Groups...and the list doesn't end there! For logistical reasons, families and individuals register as a group!
What mission projects would our team help with?
Your team will serve our community in three key ways. Each member chooses where they serve best:
1) Construction – We serve families with homes in need of all kinds of repair—roofing, flooring, ramps, and more. Please recruit skilled tradespeople who can help lead your team and complete these projects. Those guys who know a "little about a lot" are super helpful.... as every willing hand makes a difference.
2) Community – We partner with local agencies to provide food, home goods, well-care visits, and practical help to families in need.
3) Children – Lead creative activities in schools or with local kids—STEM, arts, games, or anything that sparks learning and joy.
When will we know specifically what our projects are?
Great question — and honestly, it’s one of the hardest ones to answer early!
We can’t assign specific projects until we know who is coming on your team. Once we receive your group’s registrations, we look at your team’s skills, age range, experience, and size to match you with the best possible project. This helps us make sure every group is set up for success and every homeowner or ministry partner gets the help they truly need.
Even with that, projects can still shift at the last minute due to weather, emergencies, supply delays, or progress made by teams before you. Flexibility is a huge part of serving here!
The BEST way to help us prepare your assignments early is to make sure your team registers as soon as possible at www.bigcreekmissions.com/serve. The sooner we know who’s coming, the sooner we can plan well.
Why Serve With Big Creek?
Life in Appalachia can be tough. The terrain is rugged, jobs are scarce, and technology often lags behind. The coal mines are nearly gone, and many families struggle to get by. Everyone here knows someone fighting cancer—and someone battling addiction.
Our people are strong and resilient, but many are hurting—without hope and without help. That’s why we’re here. Though churches fill our hills and hollers, many lack the resources to meet the growing needs within their congregations and beyond.
Big Creek Missions serves in one of the poorest, most challenging areas in the United States.* Our mission is simple: to share the love of Jesus by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
To do that, we partner with volunteer teams who serve families, bring hope to neighbors, and show love to everyone they meet. Your team will make a real difference here—and this place will leave a lasting impact on your team.
Mission trips at Big Creek are eye-opening yet easy to plan. You’ll see both the beauty and the hardship of Appalachian life—without the stereotypes. Trips are affordable, safe, and customizable to your group’s skills and experience—perfect for first-time volunteers or seasoned ministry teams.
For over 22 years, Big Creek Missions has served this community alongside groups of all ages and backgrounds. We’d be honored to serve alongside you, too.
Three simple steps to plan your trip:
1
Choose your dates and fill out the form below
On that form, you'll tell us your desired travel dates and a little about your team's skills. Teams can include families, churches, schools, businesses, friends, colleges and more!
We'll verify those dates with you and reserve your spots!
We will start planning and preparing for your arrival.
2
Read & Recruit
your team
Read our group planning guide! (see link below!)
After reading, recruit your team! We welcome ALL ages and types of groups! You'll need adult leaders to guide in construction and other skilled areas.
Please put together a team that will work hard and serve in the community. Once your team is put together, they'll complete permission forms - HERE
3
Show up and serve!
We will take care of your food, lodging, project planning, and almost everything else (except your transportation). We will connect with you about specific projects during your time of service with us
We don't have a set fee... we just ask for a donation. Our suggested donation is $40 per person per 24 hours.
Ready To Serve?
Check out the planning guide for your campus below.
It’s very thorough—don’t let it overwhelm you!
When you’re ready, click the blue button to sign up your team. No pre-payment needed. You can also manage all team member registrations from that page
