(Love INC sign - KIWA Staff Stock Photo)Sheldon, Iowa — Love INC of Greater O’Brien County has received national recognition for its community outreach and organizational strength, earning the Pursuit of Excellence certification from Love INC National. Love INC stands for Love In the Name of Christ.
The Sheldon-based organization tells us theirs is one of only seven affiliates out of nearly 115 nationwide to earn the distinction, which honors local chapters that demonstrate both missional faithfulness and strong operational health.
According to Love INC National, the certification recognizes affiliates that show consistency and strength across several key areas, including:
- Operational health and financial stability
- Missional integrity and effective leadership
- Healthy board governance
- Strong local church partnerships
- Diverse, solution-based ministry offerings
Kristi Robinson, the Executive Director of Love INC of Greater O’Brien County, tells us how they feel about the honor.
In addition to receiving the Pursuit of Excellence certification, Love INC of Greater O’Brien County serves as a Certified Visit Site for the national network. In that role, the Sheldon affiliate provides developing Love INC chapters from around the country with a real-life look at healthy ministry operations while offering visiting leaders practical insight and encouragement.
