News & Stories

Your Support Makes a Difference (Julia’s Story)

“It makes you feel like the world is going to be okay.” Meet Julia Marti! A valued CrossNet Food Pantry participant! She has experienced the generosity and kindness that our community brings through the CrossNet Food Pantry! She has also experienced the caring spirit of CrossNet’s Food and Nutrition Manager, Amy. Check out this video to see how your support of CrossNet Food Programs helps… Read More

2024 Winter Coat Program: Thank You!

This year’s Annual Winter Coat Program was a huge success! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community and the hard work of volunteers, we were able to provide 385 students in the ELANCO School District with warm coats for the winter ahead. These children and teens were able to pick out their own winter coat from a large selection of generously donated new and gently used coats!… Read More

A Recipe for Success

Sue and Karson have been a Mentor and Mentee pair for over five years through CrossNet’s Mentor Program! Their time together has included shared experiences, growth, and a bond that has only strengthened over the years. Check out their story and the ways they’ve grown their relationship through baking for the New Holland Fair and spending intentional time together! It really is a recipe for… Read More

The CrossNet Ministries Board of Directors is seeking its next Executive Director

Below is the description for the position of Executive Director at CrossNet Ministries. Executive Director Position Description  Position title: Executive Director  Status: Full-Time Salary  Reports to: Board of Directors  CrossNet Ministries Mission:  CrossNet Ministries is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. CrossNet exists to offer help and hope in the name of Jesus Christ by empowering people in the ELANCO Community. CrossNet Ministries offers programs in… Read More

CrossNet Ministries Important Upcoming Transition Announcement: From the Board of Directors & Meredith Dahl

Please read below for an important update from Board Chair, Brian Martin. Dear CrossNet Ministries Supporter,  On behalf of the CrossNet Board of Directors, we wish to share with you an important and heartfelt announcement. After seventeen years of leadership, our Executive Director, Meredith Dahl, has expressed to the CrossNet Board of Directors her decision to transition from her current role. This decision comes after… Read More

CrossNet Ministries’ Warehouse Renovation Update!

Please read below for an important update on the Warehouse Renovation Project from CrossNet Executive Director, Meredith Dahl. Dear Supporters,  I am excited to share an update with you regarding CrossNet Ministries’ (CrossNet’s) expansion and renovation project!  As many of you know, in 2022 CrossNet shared a need regarding the necessity for more space for programs. We have been growing over the past six years… Read More

Summer Nights Dinner & Auction Recap: Thank You To Our Sponsors!

It was a wonderful time at the CrossNet Summer Nights Dinner & Auction! We wanted to give a special thank you to our amazing sponsors and vendors who made this night happen! We are so grateful for your support and generosity. Thank you for offering help and hope in the name of Jesus! Thank you to our Sponsors: Event Sponsor Legacy Sponsor Stage Sponsors Live… Read More

2024 Winter Coat Program

Join us for our Annual Winter Coat Program held on Monday, October 14th between 9 AM and 6 PM. There will be free Coats, Hats, Gloves & Scarves of all sizes!  This event is limited to kids & teens. Click here for a family flyer For more information on details for receiving a coat, please email corrine@elancocross.org. DONATION INFORMATION: Click here for donation details Sizes and… Read More

2024 Backpack Program: Thank You!

The Annual Backpack Program was a huge success! Through the generosity of our amazing community, we were able to hand out over 720 backpacks to students in the ELANCO School District! Students were able to choose a backpack of their choice full of school supplies, a new water bottle, receive a free haircut and a free clothing voucher, and enjoy delicious treats. Thank you to… Read More

Volunteer Appreciation Event

Recently, in honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, CrossNet had the privilege of hosting its first annual Volunteer Appreciation Event! Many CrossNet Volunteers gathered for an evening of fellowship and to enjoy a meal from Shady Maple Smorgasbord.  It was an honor to celebrate these individuals and thank them for the ways they consistently offer help and hope in the name of Jesus to the… Read More