Higher Power Garage Celebrates 5 Years

Higher Power Garage Celebrates Five Years with Night of Worship

By Miami News-Digest

JOPLIN, Mo. – Higher Power Garage, a nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable vehicle repairs, will celebrate its fifth anniversary with a “Night of Worship: Hope Has a Name”. This free event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at the Ozark Christian College Chapel, 1111 N Main St Rd, Joplin.

The evening will include:

  • Musical performances by LeAnna Tillman, Lyssa Rarick, Ashlee Henady, Garrett Sargent, and friends
  • A chance to meet Higher Power Garage’s staff and board of directors
  • Refreshments provided at a post-event reception

Established in May 2020, Higher Power Garage helps individuals in need by providing affordable vehicle repairs and additional educational resources. Their services benefit:

  • Seniors on fixed incomes
  • Single-parent households
  • Low-income families
  • Widows, veterans, and disabled individuals
  • Participants in approved long-term recovery programs
“If you can’t afford repairs, your car sits, you lose your job, and you can lose your home. We provide hope to people who feel they don’t have any options left.” – Mike Gideon, Founder of Higher Power Garage

In 2024 alone, the nonprofit completed 332 vehicle repairs and facilitated 22 vehicles through their Low-Cost Vehicle Program. Additionally, the organization offers basic automotive classes, budgeting workshops, and discipleship courses.

For more information about the event or how to support Higher Power Garage, visit their website at higherpowergarage.org.

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