Our mission is to empower underserved populations across Northwest Indiana — youth, adults, and seniors alike — by providing impactful programs that build social, academic, and life skills. We believe in nurturing minds and feeding souls to help individuals become confident, capable, and successful members of their communities.
Feed My Sheep Resource Center Inc. is a nonprofit rooted in faith and community service. We equip children, teens, adults, and seniors with the skills, tools, and confidence they need to grow and lead more independent, resilient lives.
From practical life workshops to mentoring and wellness initiatives, we create inclusive spaces where everyone has a chance to flourish—regardless of background or circumstance.
Empowering girls to reach their full potential by building self-esteem, confidence, and character.
Conference and awards celebration that honors and recognizes girls who have excelled or shown outstanding achievements in academics and the arts
A collaborative support system advocating for families and connecting them with vital local resources.
Founded by Cheryl Smith, CLS empowers mothers and daughters through faith-based coaching, confidence-building, and community-centered programs. Their offerings include:
Personalized Coaching: Tailored strategies to strengthen mother-daughter relationships.
Faith-Driven Tools: Resources for growth and healing grounded in spiritual principles.
Signature Events: I Am My Mother’s Daughter—a celebration of the mother-daughter bond through shared stories and affirmations.
Youth Empowerment: Mentorship and life skills programs for young girls to build confidence and leadership.
Discover how CLS complements the mission of FMS by fostering strong familial connections and personal growth.
Mission Statement: To empower people by offering diverse programs and initiatives including youth development, senior enrichment, creative arts, and cultural events that build confidence, essential life skills, and community engagement
Vision Statement:
P.E.A.R.L.S. has had a remarkable impact on my daughter, Aryca. When she first joined, she was shy and hesitant, but within a year she became more confident and engaged. The program nurtured her independence and built skills that will serve her for life. Thanks to P.E.A.R.L.S. and Cheryl’s guidance, Aryca earned scholarships and completed her first year at IUN, pursuing a career as an ultrasound technician. I’m truly grateful for the positive influence this program has had on her life.
P.E.A.R.L.S. has been one of the greatest blessings in my daughter’s journey to womanhood. Rooted in Baptist Christian tradition, it nurtured her faith while teaching etiquette, poise, and grace. She learned to walk confidently, speak kindly, and ground her actions in prayer and scripture. Most importantly, she discovered that her worth is rooted in God’s love, not the world’s opinions. P.E.A.R.L.S. has helped shape her into the compassionate, faith-filled, and purpose-driven young woman she is today, and for that I am forever grateful.
As a dad, I enrolled my two daughters, Nilda and Alexis in the P.E.A.R.L.S. program. I’m very happy with the outcome of my girls. Before P.E.A.R.L.S., their actions were negative now, they are positive. I love what P.E.A.R.L.S. is teaching my children. I will notify more parents to have their girls get involved in the program. Our children are our future and today, we need to expose them to as much positivity as possible so they can have a better and great life. I appreciate what Cheryl is doing with our kids.
Brenda L Richmond