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Faith in Action. Community in Motion.

A Present Help Movement mobilizes volunteers to deliver direct relief, restore dignity through companionship, and empower young people with potential — in the DMV, Charlotte, and internationally. We don't wait for the need to come to us. We move toward it.

What We Do

Three Pillars. One Movement.

PHM operates as a Ministry of Movement, meeting people exactly where they are — locally in the DMV and Charlotte, and internationally. Every program is rooted in dignity, relationship, and action.

Community Engagement & Relief

Every 3rd Saturday, we gather to pack care packages and lunch bags for our unhoused neighbors and families in crisis. This is not just a transaction — it is an interaction of dignity and love.

Presence & Companionship

We visit seniors in nursing homes and children in group homes to combat isolation. Poverty is not just a lack of money — often, it is a lack of relationship. We move into spaces of isolation to bring connection.

Youth Empowerment & Justice

We go behind the walls of juvenile detention centers and court-ordered programs to provide life skills training and mentorship. We don't view these young people as "at-risk" — we view them as at-potential.

Our Impact

Measuring What Matters

From two active regions reached, every number represents a life touched, a moment of dignity restored, and a community strengthened. We believe in radical transparency — we track it, we report it, and we share it.

2

Regions Served

DMV and Charlotte, NC — with Ghana on the horizon

500+

Care Packages

Distributed directly to neighbors in crisis

200+

Volunteers Mobilized

Individuals, families, churches, and corporate teams

About Us

The Ministry of Movement

A Present Help Movement (PHM) is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to the active demonstration of love through service. We are not a static institution — we are a movement.

Inspired by Psalm 46:1, which declares God as a "very present help in trouble," we strive to be His hands, feet, and voice in the earth. We believe that faith requires action, and compassion requires proximity. We do not wait for the need to come to us — we move toward the need.

"Whether we are handing a care package to a neighbor on a street corner, sitting with a grandmother in a nursing home, or mentoring a teen in a detention center, our message is the same: God is present, and so are we."

Our Foundation

We stand on Ephesians 2:10, believing we are God's masterwork, created to perform good works prepared for us long ago. Service is not just what we do — it is who we were designed to be.

Community Spirit

We embrace the African philosophy of "I am because we are." When one part of our community suffers — whether a lonely senior, a hungry family, or a young person in detention — we all suffer. When we lift them up, we all rise.

Where We Serve

Local Roots. Global Reach.

PHM is active in two domestic regions and growing internationally — bringing the same spirit of dignity, love, and presence to every community we enter.

DMV Region

Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia — local volunteer events, senior visits, and youth justice programs serving our nation's capital region.

Charlotte, NC

Monthly Saturday Serve events, corporate partnerships, and deep community engagement in one of America's fastest-growing cities.

Accra, Ghana

Annual international mission trips focused on youth empowerment and community development — extending Ubuntu beyond borders.

Saturday Serve

Serve On a Saturday — Pack It. Share It. Change a Life.

The Saturday Serve is where the Ministry of Movement comes alive through direct community distribution. No experience needed. Just show up with a willing heart.

What to Expect

You will pack resources for neighbors in need through diverse projects like lawn care, home organization, or kit assembly. Your hands make a real difference. Join us for our next monthly event.

DMV Saturday Serve Meet-Up

Current Meet-Up: Harborside Hotel

When: 1st Saturday (Starting May 2nd)

Partner: UCAP

Charlotte, NC Saturday Serve Meet Up

Meet-Up: 7th Street Market

When: 3rd Saturday (Starting April 18th)

Partner: Crisis Assistance Ministry

Bring Your Team

Your Team. Our Mission. Real Impact.

Charlotte is one of America's largest banking centers, and the DMV is home to some of the nation's most impactful organizations. Corporate teams, churches, schools, and faith communities are all welcome at the Saturday Serve. You provide the hands — we provide the mission.

Corporate Teams

Bring a team of 5–50 for a custom Saturday Serve experience. We provide all supplies, structure, and facilitation — your team leaves with meaningful engagement and the knowledge that their work directly fed families.

Faith Communities

PHM was born from faith. We partner with churches, mosques, and faith centers to provide structured service opportunities for congregations and youth groups — safe, structured, and spiritually meaningful.

Youth Groups

Your youth group needs service hours. We have a Saturday Serve program designed for young people — impactful, supervised, and formative. They'll leave knowing the value of showing up for their community.

Fundraising Events

Culture Meets Community

A Present Help Movement is proud to partner with TG Lifestyle Collective (TGLC) to bring you a series of premium cultural experiences where every gathering fuels the mission. When you attend, a portion of net event proceeds directly supports PHM's community programs — including Saturday Serve, senior companionship visits, and youth empowerment.

These are not your typical fundraisers. They are elevated, curated experiences designed for multicultural professionals who believe that community celebration and community service are two sides of the same coin.

Heritage Social Brunch

June 7, 2026 — @ Pine (NoDa) Charlotte, NC
Designed for connection and enjoyment, the experience brings together 250 guests for an afternoon of chef-curated dining, live art, music, and meaningful social engagement in a beautifully curated setting.

Guests will enjoy a chef-curated brunch buffet inspired by the diaspora, featuring bold, flavorful dishes alongside a made-to-order omelet station.

The experience includes:

  • Live art by internationally acclaimed artist Shiri Achu
  • “In Her Key” — a Jill Scott tribute performed by Mone’t Symone
  • A signature “Find Your Tribe” cultural connection experience
  • A Whiskey & Bourbon Lounge designed for conversation and social energy

Roots Rhythm & Arts

4 times per year — DMV + Charlotte
A celebration of live music, visual art, and diaspora culture. Held in both regions, each event brings together creatives, professionals, and community builders for an evening that feeds the soul.

Upcoming fundraising Events

Tables of Intention

2 times per year — DMV + Charlotte

An intimate seated dinner experience where every course is paired with intentional conversation, connection, and community. Designed for professionals ages 30–60 who value depth over distraction — these evenings are where meaningful relationships are built and PHM's mission is shared over a beautifully set table.


Afro-GoGo Festival — DMV

May 2027 — Washington, DC Metro | 5,000–8,000 Expected Attendees

TGLC's flagship large-scale cultural event — a multi-day celebration of the Diaspora and DC's native Go-Go music culture. Features live national artist performances, a Wellness Village, Afro-Taste experiences, meet artists and authors, and other cultural programming. Net proceeds dedicated specifically to PHM's youth empowerment programs.

International Missions

The Movement Has No Borders.

A Present Help Movement extends its mission beyond domestic borders through annual international mission trips. Our volunteers travel to serve communities abroad, bringing resources, life skills training, and the same spirit of dignity and love that drives our local Saturday Serve.

Annual Mission: Accra, Ghana

Next Trip: (TBD)
Duration: 7 -10 days
Focus: Youth development, community resources, and cultural exchange

Ghana holds a special place in PHM's global mission. Our partnership with communities in Accra mirrors our domestic pillars — empowering youth and distributing resources — extended to the African continent.

Why Volunteer Internationally?

Make a global difference — serve underserved communities and leave a lasting legacy beyond your own zip code.

Experience cultural exchange — learn, grow, and connect with people from diverse backgrounds and traditions.

Transform lives, including your own — see firsthand the power of compassion across borders.

Strengthen Ubuntu — "I am because we are" transcends geography and unites us across continents.

Our Impact

By the Numbers — Proof of Work.

We believe in radical transparency. Every care package, every volunteer hour, every life touched — we track it, we report it, and we share it. This page exists as our living proof that PHM is real, active, and making measurable impact in the communities we serve.

Metrics are updated quarterly. Data reflects A Present Help Movement's programs in the DMV and Charlotte, NC, with international programming in Accra, Ghana launching in November 2026. Our impact reporting is designed to meet the standards of institutional grant makers and community funders.

Impact Stories

Grant-Ready. Community-Proven.

Partner Testimonials

"PHM volunteers show up prepared, compassionate, and consistent. They don't just drop off resources — they bring relationship."
— Crisis Assistance Ministry, Charlotte, NC

"The Saturday Serve model is one of the most effective community mobilization programs we've partnered with in the DMV."
— UCAP, United Communities Against Poverty

Additional testimonials will be added from April 2026 Saturday Serve forward as they are collected from volunteers and partner agencies.

Partner With Us

Together We Do More.

Whether you're a nonprofit agency seeking volunteer support, a corporation looking for meaningful CSR engagement, or a faith community ready to put service into action — PHM is ready to build with you. Partnership with PHM is not transactional. It is relational, mission-driven, and built to last.

Nonprofit Agencies

We partner with frontline agencies to deliver trained volunteers and resources. Current partners: UCAP (DMV) and Crisis Assistance Ministry (Charlotte).

What we provide: Volunteers, care packages, lunch bags, companionship visits, youth programming support.

Corporations & Businesses

Your employees want to serve. We make it easy. Day of Service Packages, financial sponsorships, in-kind donations, and matched giving campaigns — all structured for maximum impact and visibility.

Teams of 5–50 welcome for custom Saturday Serve experiences.

Faith Communities

PHM was born from faith. We partner with churches, mosques, and faith centers to provide structured service opportunities — safe, spiritually meaningful, and deeply impactful for congregations of all ages.

For senior and youth pastors seeking structured community engagement.

Our Leadership

Guided by Vision. Grounded in Purpose.

PHM is led by a diverse board and leadership team that brings together expertise in operations, finance, communications, fundraising, and community outreach. Our leaders are not just administrators — they are active participants in the movement they help build.

Marvin T. Glenn

President / Executive Director

Visionary leadership, operations, public spokesperson

Tonya Antonea Glenn

Vice President

Strategic support, special projects, marketing, and committee oversight

Nicole Young Scott

Finance Committee Chair

Banking, budgeting, financial strategy

Dianna Cutts

Treasurer

Compliance, reporting, internal audit

Lisa Washington

Secretary/Governance

Board records, meeting minutes, governance compliance, and organizational policy.

Daniel Miller

Regional Impact Chair Charlotte

Local strategy, event coordination, CLT partnerships

Tawanna Bentley

Regional Impact Chair — DMV

Local strategy, event coordination, DMV partnerships

Lena Flores Ali

Regional Impact Chair — DMV

Local strategy, event coordination, DMV partnerships


Sylveita Jones

Wellness & Wealth Program Chair

Designs Wellness and Wealth Programs for partner organizations

The Present 12

Every Care Package Costs $12.

Your gift doesn't disappear into overhead — it goes directly into the hands of someone who needs to know they are not forgotten.

Join The Present 12: give $12/month and fuel the movement year-round. For the cost of a lunch, you sustain care packages, senior visits, and youth programs — all 12 months of the year.

Get Involved

Your Next Step Starts Here.

Whether you want to volunteer, donate, partner, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you. The movement grows one person at a time, and you're the next one.

Volunteer

Join us for a Saturday Serve in Charlotte or the DMV. Sign up through Eventbrite, show up with a willing heart, and experience the Ministry of Movement firsthand. No experience required — only presence.

Donate

Every dollar goes directly to our programs. Give once or join The Present 12 — our monthly giving program where $12/month fuels the movement year-round and keeps care packages flowing to those who need them most.

Partner

Whether you're a nonprofit, corporation, or faith community, we're ready to build together. Fill out our partnership form and we'll be in touch within 48 hours to design an experience that serves your team and the community.

Contact Information

📧 info@presenthelpmovement.org
📞 301.872.1228
📍 Charlotte, NC | Washington, DC Metro Area

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"God is present, and so are we."
— A Present Help Movement, Inc. | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
presenthelpmovement.org | info@presenthelpmovement.org | 301.872.1228

Partners

Our Valued Partners

Our impact is amplified through strong partnerships. We collaborate with leading non-profits, corporations, and community organizations who share our vision for a more compassionate and engaged community.

Interested in joining our network of impactful partners? Explore our partnership opportunities on the "Together We Do More" section or reach out directly.