planted for peace: a hopeful future for the far eastside
It all begins with an idea.
The Far Eastside of Indianapolis is a community rich in potential, culture, and resilience. But it’s also a place burdened with complex issues: rising gun violence, fatherlessness, poverty, and a lack of safe spaces for young people to thrive. At Good Ground, we believe we are not called to just point out problems—we are called to plant solutions.
The Challenge
You don’t have to look far to see what our community is facing:
Violent crime rates remain high, especially among youth.
Many boys are growing up without fathers—whether due to incarceration, abandonment, or other struggles.
Single mothers are stretched thin, trying to play every role.
Underfunded schools and few mentorship opportunities leave teens vulnerable to the streets.
These are not just stats—they’re stories. These are our neighbors, our kids, our future.
Our Response: Planted for Peace
Good Ground is committed to breaking the cycle, one young man at a time.
We provide:
One-on-one mentorship rooted in love, structure, and accountability.
Trauma-informed care for boys who have experienced abuse, loss, or neglect.
Youth leadership development that promotes responsibility and confidence.
Juvenile and jail ministry that doesn’t give up on those already caught in the system.
Community mobilization efforts, like our Planted for Peace initiative, designed to reduce gun violence through mentoring, intervention, and collaboration with parents, churches, and schools.
Real Hope. Real Change.
We’re seeing results. Boys once labeled “troubled” are now becoming leaders in their homes and schools. Mothers feel supported. And most importantly, the community is beginning to see that God hasn’t forgotten the Far Eastside.
You Can Help
Whether you’re a parent, pastor, business owner, or neighbor—you have a role to play. Join us in mentoring, sponsoring, or simply spreading the word.
Let’s not just talk about what’s wrong. Let’s plant what’s right.