A place to belong
Property and facilities that create a welcoming setting for rest, honest conversation, and Christian mentoring.
PRINCE OF WALES ISLAND, ALASKA
Help one person
find solid
ground.
Imagine who stands stronger beside them.
Join us in creating a lasting home where men and couples can find rest, restoration, and renewal.
No donation is too small. Every gift builds toward this mission.
A REAL PLACE.
A LASTING POSSIBILITY.
PRINCE OF WALES ISLAND, ALASKAA LASTING POSSIBILITY.
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS ON SOLID GROUNDEST. IN SERVICE, 2013
400≈
Men served since 2013
One person.
Families. Friendships. Communities.
CURRENTLY SPONSORED BYCraig Church of God
01 / THE REASON WE BUILD
Strong for everyone.
But who stands
beside them?
Think of the man everyone counts on who quietly carries more than he can manage.
Think of the couple who still love each other but struggle to find their way back. Now imagine a place where they can breathe, speak honestly, and take a faithful next step.
Difference Makers is developing a Christian retreat vision for men and couples. The goal is practical: room to rest, courage to face what matters, and renewed purpose to carry home.
See what we’re building ↗THE IMPACT REACHES BEYOND WHAT WE CAN COUNT.
When one person stands stronger,
they don’t stand alone.
Behind approximately 400 men served since 2013 are families, friendships, and communities. A lasting home creates room for the next chapter.
THE EXPERIENCE
A place to slow down.
Space to move forward.
The heart of the planned retreat is simple: meaningful time with people who will stand beside you. Christian mentoring, shared meals, and room for honest conversation.
THE VISION FOR A FUTURE STAY
Come with what you carry.
Find room to breathe.
01 / ROOM TO BREATHE
Step out of the rush.
The planned one-week stay creates space away from everyday demands. Rest, shared meals, and unhurried conversation give the week a different pace.
- Space to pause and reflect
- A welcoming setting for men and couples
- Time to be present with what matters
02 / PEOPLE BESIDE YOU
You don’t have to carry it alone.
Mentoring is at the center of the vision. Around the table and through honest conversation, the focus is connection, encouragement, and practical support.
- Christian mentoring and meaningful conversation
- Shared meals and time together
- Licensed counseling when needed in the planned program
03 / PURPOSE TO CARRY HOME
Explore future stays →Take a faithful next step.
Morning and evening devotions are planned around shared meals. The goal is renewed purpose and courage to face what matters beyond the retreat.
- Morning and evening devotions
- Room to reflect on faith and relationships
- Encouragement for the road ahead
This describes the planned retreat experience. Opening dates, services, and reservation details will be confirmed before bookings begin.
PAST GROUPS
The people.
The moments. The mission.
Approximately 400 men served since 2013. Photographs from past groups capture the moments that tell the Difference Makers story.
A history worth sharing.
Our past-group photo collection is coming soon.
REAL PEOPLE. SHARED EXPERIENCES. LASTING CONNECTIONS.TESTIMONIALS
In their
own words.
The story of Difference Makers is best told by the people who have been part of it.
Stories from the people
behind the mission.
Personal reflections will be shared here soon.
VOICES FROM OUR COMMUNITY02 / THE VISION
Build the place.
Carry the mission forward.
We are inviting donors to join in laying the physical foundations for lasting work on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska.
Room for restoration
Spaces for shared meals, meaningful connection, morning and evening devotions, and renewed purpose.
Foundations that last
Essential resources to bring the vision to life and establish a home for the work ahead.
THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH A FOUNDATION.Download the donor invitation ↓
THE PLACE BEHIND THE VISION
See the foundation.
Imagine the possibility.
Current photographs of the property on Prince of Wales Island. A waterfront setting, existing buildings, and the opportunity to create a lasting home for this work.
CURRENT PROPERTY PHOTOS · 6 VIEWS
FROM TODAY’S PROPERTY TO TOMORROW’S POSSIBILITY
A vision you
can see.
A welcoming lodge, a broad front porch, and a place to gather. Explore the current property. More of the vision is coming soon.
THE VISION
Coming Soon
01
A gathering place
A large covered front porch overlooking the water.
02
Rooted in the setting
A proposed mix of warm cedar and metal siding.
03
Connected to the property
A concept for access between the lodge and waterfront.
YOUR INVITATION TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
A founding gift.
A lasting foundation.
Your founding contribution will provide the property, facilities, and essential resources needed to bring this vision to life.
Become a founding donor or become a recurring donor. No donation is too small.
Giving opens the Craig Church of God Givelify page linked in our donor invitation. Choose your gift and available giving options there.
Prefer to connect before giving? Talk with our team →03 / LOOKING AHEAD
Rest. Restoration.
Renewal.
IN DEVELOPMENT · BOOKINGS NOT YET OPEN
Our vision for Difference Makers Retreats: planned one-week stays for men and couples, grounded in Christian values and meaningful connection.
Room to breathe.
Time away from the demands of everyday life, shared meals, and space to slow down.
Honest conversation.
Mentoring at the center, with licensed counseling when needed as part of the planned experience.
Purpose to carry home.
Morning and evening devotions and encouragement to take a faithful next step.
Interested in a future stay?
Connect with the team about the vision and future availability. Dates and booking details will be announced when ready.
MORE THAN ONE WAY TO STAND WITH US
Find your part
in the next chapter.
Whether you give, start a conversation, or introduce someone to the mission, you can be part of building a lasting foundation.
Build the foundation.
Become a founding or recurring donor. Every gift builds toward this mission.
Explore giving →Bring the right people together.
Talk with the team about a church, group, or organization that may want to hear the vision.
Start a conversation →Carry the invitation.
Pass the donor invitation to someone who believes in rest, restoration, and renewal.
Download the invitation ↓A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Good questions.
Clear answers.
What will my contribution support?
Founding contributions are intended to provide the property, facilities, and essential resources needed to establish a lasting home for the Difference Makers vision. Contact the team if you would like to discuss a specific contribution.
How do I give?
Select any “Give” button to follow the same giving link used in our donor invitation. You can also scan the giving QR code. The link opens the Craig Church of God Givelify page, our current sponsoring church. Complete your donation there; contact our team if you need assistance designating your gift for Difference Makers.
Can I become a recurring donor?
Yes, we welcome recurring support. Follow the giving link to review available giving options, or contact our team to discuss becoming a recurring donor.
Are retreat stays available to book?
Not yet. The retreat vision is in development. We are planning one-week stays for men and couples; opening dates, rates, availability, and reservation terms have not been announced. You can email the team with your interest now.
What is the Christian focus?
The vision brings together Christian mentoring, shared meals, morning and evening devotions, and licensed counseling when needed. Rest, restoration, and renewal are at the heart of the planned experience.
Who can I talk to before giving?
Call, text, or email Jeremy Crews, Jeremy Greer, or Wyman Smith using the contact links below. The team welcomes conversations about the mission and founding support.
LET’S BUILD SOMETHING THAT LASTS.
Prefer to connect
before giving?
Call or text any contact below. We’d welcome the conversation.
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS ON SOLID GROUND.