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Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. His love endures forever. – Psalm 136
A Word from PSM’s 2026-27 Board Chair
God introduced my wife and I to Parker Street Ministries nearly 20 years ago. During this time, it has been an amazing privilege to watch God faithfully show up in the lives of those in the neighborhood, the staff, the volunteers, the faithful supporters of PSM, and...
Meet New Board Member, Jessica Hernandez
Welcome, Jessica Hernandez, PSM’s newest Board of Trustees member! Jessica works in the Real Estate Strategy Department for Publix and has lived in Polk County for the past 15 years after moving from northern Virginia. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in...
Pancake Festival 2026
It’s all about the flip! Do good while enjoying pancakes, sausage, and the unique atmosphere of Flipping for Charities, the Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival—a Lakeland community tradition. Citrus Center Kiwanis organizes the effort that now benefits many local...
A Christmas Store Recap!
The Annual Neighborhood Christmas Store is such an exciting time on the Parker Street Ministries campus! Thanks to the generosity of this amazing community, families from two low-income neighborhoods were blessed! In case you didn’t know, Parker Street Ministries’...
Reflecting on Today, Preparing for 2026
Take a moment to watch this video featuring Executive Director Tim Mitchell and incoming Board Chair Robbie Pearce, sharing highlights from 2025 and a glimpse of what’s ahead in 2026. To support PSM, make a gift at https://psmlakeland.org/donate/ To learn about...
Staff Spotlight – William Wainwright
William Wainwright’s connection to Parker Street Ministries goes back to 2008 when he first began volunteering in the after-school program. “I would show up Tuesdays and Thursdays to read and hang out with students every week,” he shared. “Tuesdays and Thursday...
Support the 2025 Christmas Store
It’s Neighborhood Christmas Store season! In December, Parker Street Ministries (PSM) hosts a fully functioning store for several days. The organization receives brand new toys and funds to purchase gifts from many individuals and groups. Toys are discounted 75% and...
Staff Spotlight – Hannah Hardin
This June marked 16 years for Hannah Hardin at Parker Street Ministries. Over that time, she has faithfully served in roles ranging from Tim’s assistant to front desk, volunteer and neighborhood events, HR, and finance. Today, she serves as Operations Director,...
2024 Best Places to Work Recipient
Parker Street Ministries (PSM) has been recognized by CareerSource Polk as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in the Small Business Category (1-50 employees). This recognition honors “employers who exemplify best practices in their workplace and who are committed to...
New Staff Spotlight – Meet Jaycee Harris
Meet Jaycee Harris—Parker Street Ministries’ Property Manager! Originally from Hampton, Virginia, Jaycee has called Lakeland home since 2017. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and comes to PSM with a background in church music ministry. “I’m...