On August 10, members from the Red Truck Men, an organization dedicated to fostering camaraderie, personal growth, and community service among men, hosted a Red Truck Day at Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries (CMCM).
The group generously provided a family picnic and presented CMCM children across all campuses and from all four areas of care—residential care, foster care, family care, and crisis care—with new bicycles.
Founded in 2002 by Stephen Thomas in Charlotte, North Carolina, the ministry of Red Truck Men began with informal Saturday morning gatherings.
Today, the group organizes monthly breakfasts, weekly words of encouragement, quarterly service opportunities, semi-annual retreats, and an annual men’s conference.
Red Truck Men aims to create a culture of honor and support among men, emphasizing authentic friendships and consistent fellowship.
The group’s name comes from the idea of a firetruck and the respect and honor of the heroes inside. Much like the first responders who meet the needs of a crisis and promote hope, Red Truck Men unites Christian men, building friendships as they serve God, their families, and their communities with humility and honor.
Founder Stephen Thomas reflected on his first bicycle. “I got my first bike when I was 16, and we were poor. It was a huge blessing to me, and the next day I was given the payment book with the bike. It wasn’t a gift. It was not free, and it taught me a lot. God blessed me despite all that, but I remember when I got that bike, it came with a cost. What we want to do here is give these kids bikes at no cost, no strings attached. This is the Lord blessing these kids, and we want to show them the love of Christ through these bikes.”
On Red Truck Day, these men provided not only bicycles to CMCM children but also fostered a sense of hope and community.
On Red Truck Day, Danny Nicholson, president of Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries, reflected on the time together at Maxwell Farms. “A.T. Jamison, one of our presidents for 46 years, said in his book of history, ‘Lord, don’t allow me riches or fame or power. Allow me the privilege of walking hand-in-hand with a child through your gates.’ That’s what we’re doing today — carrying children to God, loving them, and healing their hearts. We’re excited and thankful for this opportunity.”
