Christian Outreach Center of Baton Rouge

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

Congratulations to this incredible group of graduates from our Job Readiness & Financial Education program at East Baton Rouge Parish Prison!

These men and women have taken important steps toward a brighter future through hard work, perseverance, and a willingness to grow. We are grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside them as they prepare for new opportunities and restored lives.

Thank you to everyone who supports this mission through The Purple Cow. Your donations and support help make programs like this possible.

The Christian Outreach Center
Christ-Centered Help. Lasting Change.

05/07/2026

This week, we celebrated another Job Readiness/Financial Education class graduation in Scotlandville in partnership with the East Baton Rouge Parish Housing Authority. We are proud of each graduate for their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to building a brighter future for themselves and their families.

Your support makes programs like this possible and helps create real opportunities for transformation throughout our community.

04/23/2026

We were honored to be part of the Volunteers of America “Service, Strength, and Wellbeing” event, sharing about the life-changing work happening through The Christian Outreach Center.

Our team had the opportunity to connect with the community and spread the word about our Job Readiness and Grocery Assistance Programs—offering both practical support and long-term pathways toward stability and hope.

Our Executive Director, Brian Sleeth, also spoke about the impact of our Job Readiness and Financial Education classes—equipping individuals not just to find jobs, but to build sustainable, transformed lives.

We’re grateful for opportunities like this to serve, connect, and point people toward hope. Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible.

04/21/2026

Got furniture or large items you’d like to donate? We’ve got you covered.

The Purple Cow offers FREE pickup for furniture and large donations—making it easy to give back without the hassle.

Just schedule your pickup online at:
https://thepurplecow.net/donations/

Your donations help support life-changing programs in our community. Let us do the heavy lifting!

04/12/2026

What a blessing to spend time this Sunday with one of our incredible ministry partners, Community Bible Church!

We’re so thankful for their heart for the gospel and their commitment to serving our community alongside The Christian Outreach Center. It was especially meaningful to share this visit with two of our board members, Chris Lowery and Christi Wharton, who are faithfully plugged in and serving as members of this church family.

We were also honored that our Executive Director, Dr. Brian Sleeth, had the opportunity to speak in both services—sharing about the work God is doing through our ministry and the lives being transformed.

Partnerships like this remind us that we are stronger together—united in Christ, committed to loving our neighbors, and working to bring hope to those who need it most.

Thank you, Community Bible Church, for standing with us in this mission!

03/04/2026

Every week, our Grocery Assistance Program delivers hope right to the doorsteps of 135 food-insecure households, primarily in downtown and North Baton Rouge. 🛒❤️

This ministry is more than groceries — it’s dignity, encouragement, and a reminder that no one walks alone.

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from Grace Life Fellowship for serving so faithfully this week. Your hands and hearts make a real difference in our community!

02/27/2026

🍀💚 Weekend Finds at The Purple Cow! 💚🍀

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and we’ve got you covered in GREEN! 🌈✨

From festive tees and cozy sweaters to dresses, accessories, and fun little surprises—you’ll find plenty of green clothing items to help you celebrate in style (and avoid those pinches 😉).

Stop by this weekend, hunt for your lucky find, and see what treasures are waiting for you on the racks! Every purchase helps support the life-changing work of the Christian Outreach Center in our community. 💜

Come shop. Save big. Do good. 🍀💚

02/25/2026

🎓 HandUp Graduation at East Baton Rouge Parish Prison 🎓

This week we celebrated something powerful inside the walls of East Baton Rouge Parish Prison — HandUp Graduation.

Men completed our Job Readiness Training and Financial Education courses, taking real, practical steps toward a different future. They learned how to prepare for interviews, build resumes, understand budgeting, manage debt, and develop the workplace character that leads to long-term success.

But this is about more than classes.
It’s about dignity.
It’s about opportunity.
It’s about hope.

The HandUp program is a vital part of the mission of The Christian Outreach Center — walking with individuals as they prepare to re-enter society equipped, encouraged, and ready to work.

12/16/2025

This week, we were honored to provide 60 Christmas meals to graduates of our Job Readiness program 🎄🍽️

Through a wonderful partnership with River Community Church and Community Bible Church, we were able to bless our clients and celebrate the powerful stories of growth and success they’ve experienced along their journey.

We are deeply thankful for everyone who supports The Purple Cow and the Christian Outreach Center—your generosity and faithfulness make moments like this possible.