How do you think these Opportunities and Threats relate to the VMO and organization strategy?

Threats:

1. Increased competition from secular and independent charitable organizations.

2. Reduced financial support from congregations and other allied organizations.

3. Continuing economic uncertainty and challenging financial markets.

4. Changing social attitudes and values among potential donors.

Opportunities:

1. Increased demand for services to underserved communities in the United States.

2. Availability of new and creative funding solutions.

3. Growing public recognition of the need for Christian charitable work.

4. Potential for increased support from young adults and digital donors.

Mission

American Baptist Home Mission Societies partners with American Baptists to promote Christian faith, cultivate Christ-centered leaders and disciples, and bring healing and transformation to communities across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Vision

American Baptists Empowered to cultivate passionate leaders and disciples who impact the society with the Gospel that heals and transforms (Luke 4:16-19)

American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has been around for more than 150 years, helping churches and Christian leaders throughout the United States and Puerto Rico with resources and support. The goal is to "promote Christian faith, grow Christ-centered leaders and disciples, and bring healing and change to communities across the United States and Puerto Rico." ABHMS wants to "empower passionate leaders and disciples who change society with the Gospel that heals and transforms" through the vision.