SERVE Kids

angel tree

CUMC partners with Cumberland County Children and Youth Services (CYS) and Salvation Army by being "Angels" at Christmas. If you would like to donate to the Angel Tree, watch the bulletin for when we are collecting items. If you would like to donate beyond November/December, or are interested in helping decorate and/or deliver gifts, contact Kathy Charette,

carlisle 4 kids

Organized by the United Way and Project SHARE, Carlisle 4 Kids brings together religious and business communities with our school districts to provide school supplies to 1500 area students in need every August. CUMC collects school items in July and coordinates registration for the event. To volunteer for this one day event, contact Kathy Charette, . 

letort elementary school

CUMC partners with LeTort Elementary to provide classroom volunteers during the school day in Kindergarten through 5th grade, and even with some specials teachers. Volunteers tutor in reading and math, play educational games, read with small groups, and much more. Child clearances required. 
CUMC also provides funding for Book Swap, requests from teachers, and teacher appreciation events.
To volunteer or give, contact Jane Boley,

shining lights

A group of volunteers that support the teachers and children at Little Lights Learning Center (CUMC's onsite daycare/preschool). In addition to reading to the children when they are able, the Shining Lights also have been involved in other activities at the center like the Trike-a-Thon, Christmas and Graduation programs, Muffins in the Morning, Donuts with Grownups, Teacher Appreciation Week, driving campers to Mt. Asbury and conducting chapel as needed. All volunteers must have Safe Sanctuaries clearances. Jesus loved all the little children of the world, and you can share Jesus' love with our Little Lights children and teacher by contacting Kerm Leitner,  

supportive partnerships for youth (spy)

The goal of SPY - Supportive Partnerships for Youth - is to help ensure all children, regardless of household income, have an opportunity to grow and thrive, both academically and personally, and find success in the classroom and beyond. We are passionate about helping children in our community reach their full potential. Whether through academic enrichment, caring relationships, or exciting and unique experiences. SPY is dedicated to advancing the dreams, and future outcomes of children in our community. To get involved with SPY, contact Art Kunst,