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Who We Are
Organization overview
Organization overview
Heart 4 The Community Initiative (H4TCI) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community outreach organization launched in 2017 by Apostle Larry G. Brown, Sr. and local partners. The organization grew out of his long-standing ministry and leadership work serving families, veterans, and underserved communities in Virginia and the wider region.
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Heart 4 The Community Initiative (H4TCI) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community outreach organization launched in 2017 by Apostle Larry G. Brown, Sr. and local partners. The organization grew out of his long-standing ministry and leadership work serving families, veterans, and underserved communities in Virginia and the wider region.
H4TCI operates as a collaborative hub that brings churches, grassroots groups, and civic partners together to address pressing neighborhood needs. Its work regularly connects with initiatives and events in the Fredericksburg–Stafford area, including justice, reentry, and youth-focused efforts.
Founder: Apostle Larry G. Brown, Sr.
Apostle Larry G. Brown, Sr. is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, pastor, and community leader whose call to ministry began during the Persian Gulf War. After retirement from the military, he co-founded Spirit of Truth Deliverance Church and later established several ministries and networks focused on deliverance, leadership development, and community service.In 2017, Apostle Brown launched Heart 4 The Community Initiative with local leaders as an outreach arm to meet community needs and uplift spirits. He also leads Apostolic Fire Fellowship International and Larry Brown Ministries, extending his teaching and mentoring impact across churches and community organizations nationally and internationally.
Mission and Vision
Organization overview
The mission of Heart 4 The Community Initiative is to demonstrate the love of God in practical ways by addressing food insecurity, emotional and spiritual support needs, and other social challenges facing individuals and families. H4TCI seeks to be a bridge between community members and the resources, relationships, and hope they need to
The mission of Heart 4 The Community Initiative is to demonstrate the love of God in practical ways by addressing food insecurity, emotional and spiritual support needs, and other social challenges facing individuals and families. H4TCI seeks to be a bridge between community members and the resources, relationships, and hope they need to thrive.
The vision is a community where every person is seen, valued, and supported—spiritually, emotionally, and materially—through sustained collaboration among nonprofits, faith communities, and civic leaders. H4TCI works toward a more just, healthy, and connected region by organizing consistent outreach, education, and advocacy activities.
Ways to Connect and Support
Community members, churches, and organizations can engage with Heart 4 The Community Initiative in several ways:
- Partnering on events and campaigns focused on justice, reentry, mentoring, and community celebration in the Fredericksburg–Stafford area.
- Volunteering time or expertise to support outreach events, logistics, and follow-up support for individuals and families.
- Giving financially through designated channels such as electronic giving (e.g., CashApp and PayPal details that are shared on event and social media promotions) to sustain ongoing programs and emergency support.
Key Programs & Activities
Key Programs & Activities
H4TCI’s work centers on practical outreach, community events, and partnerships that respond to local needs. Representative activities include:
- Community outreach events such as Juneteenth observances and local festivals, often hosted with churches and neighborhood partners in the Fredericksburg–Stafford region.
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H4TCI’s work centers on practical outreach, community events, and partnerships that respond to local needs. Representative activities include:
- Community outreach events such as Juneteenth observances and local festivals, often hosted with churches and neighborhood partners in the Fredericksburg–Stafford region.
- Collaborative initiatives addressing issues like human trafficking awareness and support for vulnerable populations, organized with partners such as the Central Virginia Justice Initiative.
- Support for local drives, vendor events, and fundraising efforts where community members, small businesses, and organizations contribute to neighborhood strengthening.
These efforts frequently feature teaching, resource sharing, and space for community voices, aligning with H4TCI’s holistic approach to meeting both practical and spiritual needs.
