Community Outreach Center
On a mission since 1888
On a mission since 1888
Pathways to Self-Sufficiency
No one should have to work multiple jobs just to make ends meet. At the Community Outreach Center, we guide individuals step by step from poverty to financial stability through our Economic Mobility Pathways—a practical, personalized approach to lasting change.
These pathways include hands-on training through our L.A.U.N.C.H. program, offering certifications in high-demand fields like culinary arts, facility maintenance, and warehouse logistics. But it’s more than just job skills—each step is designed to build confidence, purpose, and the tools needed for a stable, independent life.
Every individual is unique, but the goal is the same: steady employment, long-term housing, and renewed hope for the future.
Career Certification Program
Culinary Pathway
- American Culinary Federation Certification @ Taste
- Food Handlers Certification
- Food Truck Apprenticeship
- ServSafe Manager Certification
Warehouse & Logistics Pathway
- Forklift & OSHA Certification
- Certified Production Technician
- Certified Logistics Technician
- Certified Logistics Associate
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Facilities Maintenance:
- EPA 608 certification
- OSHA 10 certification
- CoreTech Basics
Education & Professional Development
- Digital Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Job Readiness Training
- Principles of Professionalism
- TCC Visions Program
- TX Workforce Vocational Rehabilitation
Mobility Mentorship & Life Learning Skills
We also offer Life Learning Skills
- Digital Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Emotional Resilience: Building mental strength
- Job Readiness: Preparing for success
- Therapeutic Coping: Managing life’s challenges
- Principles of Professionalism
Collaborative Care Networks
We can do more when we partner together. That’s why we collaborate with local nonprofits, training agencies, educational programs, and businesses to build a comprehensive care network. From housing and healthcare to educational training and employment – we ensure every need is met so no one falls through the cracks.
Donation Center
The COC’s Donation Center does more than distribute household essentials. It also provides job training and employment in warehousing, logistics, and inventory management. It’s a place where people not only receive what they need but also gain skills to step into stable, better-paying jobs.
When we give generously, others can grow abundantly. Here’s how you can help through in-kind donations.
Education & Employment
Education Programs
Job Training & Career Coaching
Through hands-on job training, resume building, interview preparation, and personalized career coaching, we help residents turn their God-given talents into real opportunities. Each journey is different, so we create individualized plans that align with both personal goals and spiritual growth.
Many of these opportunities are hosted at our Community Outreach Center, where residents receive workforce training and practical experience—all within a nurturing environment rooted in faith.
Employment Partnerships
We partner with local employers who believe in second chances and new beginnings. Through job fairs, direct referrals, and workforce training, these partnerships open real pathways to meaningful work—where stability replaces uncertainty and people rediscover the dignity of contributing to their community.
We don’t just help people find jobs. We help them step into who God created them to be.
Financial Literacy
Financial literacy can transform families for generations. Our programs teach budgeting, saving, debt management, and stewardship—equipping residents with the tools to manage their resources wisely and make decisions that honor their future.
When people see their money through God’s eyes, everything begins to change.
Hope That Leads to Independence
When someone is equipped with the right tools—and rooted in Christ—they don’t just survive; they grow, thrive, and transform.
Because this is more than career prep. We help rebuild lives.
It’s purpose in motion. It’s restoration through Christ. It’s being on a mission.
The Carl R. Brumley Community Room
This flexible space serves as a classroom for job training students and a venue for community events, including workshops and corporate gatherings. It’s a place of learning, connection, and restoration for our residents and neighbors alike.
Interested in renting the Carl R. Brumley Community Room for your next event?
