08/31/2026
We’ve been working on something new through Gumptious Works Co.
It’s called Love God, Love Neighbor.
And before we officially get rolling, I want to explain the what, why, and how.
WHAT IS LOVE GOD, LOVE NEIGHBOR?
It’s a simple way for one neighbor to provide a tangible act of hospitality for another.
Through love-neighbor.com, you can fund a Coffee Card or Meal Card.
Those cards are given to trusted churches, ministries, nonprofits, and community organizations that already know and serve people in our community.
They can then put a card directly into someone’s hand and say:
“One of your neighbors wanted to encourage you today. This is for you.”
The recipient can use it for a coffee or meal at a participating local business.
No application.
No proving you qualify.
No strings attached.
Just hospitality.
WHY ARE WE DOING IT?
Because people are more than circumstances, statistics, or categories.
Sometimes loving your neighbor looks like meeting a big need.
Sometimes it looks like buying them lunch.
Sometimes it’s simply reminding somebody:
You are seen. You have value. Somebody cares about you.
Jesus said:
“You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” — Mark 12:31
Love God, Love Neighbor is our attempt to create one practical, local way for people to do exactly that.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
It’s three simple steps:
1. A neighbor funds a card.
2. A trusted local organization receives it.
3. They place it into the hands of someone they encounter who could use some hospitality or encouragement.
Local neighbors provide the generosity.
Local organizations provide the relationship.
Local businesses provide the hospitality.
And another neighbor receives the gift.
AND HERE’S HOW WE’RE STARTING.
On Saturday, September 12, Gumption Chef will be at Stability First’s Names, Not Numbers: Rise & Recover Recovery Night.
The event exists to honor the stories, strength, and resilience of individuals and families impacted by addiction and recovery—to remember those who have been lost, celebrate victories in recovery, and stand in hope with those still finding their way.
Their message is one that fits beautifully with what we’re trying to build:
Behind every number is a name, a story, and a life worth celebrating.
So this is where the first Love God, Love Neighbor Meal Cards are going.
Every Meal Card funded through September 12 will be given to Stability First for their team to distribute to people they serve and walk alongside.
That means the very first people who participate in this outreach will know exactly where their act of hospitality is headed.
Not into a pile somewhere.
Into the hands of a local organization already walking with real people in our community.
If you’d like to help us begin:
love-neighbor.com
Buy a neighbor a coffee.
Buy a neighbor a meal.
Put a little encouragement into someone’s hand.
Love God. Love Neighbor.
