A slingshot uses tension and velocity to propel things forward. Not that we would ever wish challenging times on people, we all know from personal experience, that these times transform us under the weight and humbles and prepares us to move forward – often at great speed. What better way to do that than in community of others who will walk with us during these times.
SlingShot is for men in recovery in partnership with various organizations, churches, and other men in the greater community.
We are grateful for our recent hosts…
- Second Baptist Church – River Road
- Gayton Baptist Church
- Journey Christian Church
- Shockoe Bottom Performance – CrossFit
- Heights Church
Want to Host a SlingShot?
SlingShot is a monthly initiative from Into The Neighborhood, offering a time of fun, fellowship, and connection with men in recovery. Through games, activities, and a shared meal, we create a welcoming space for encouragement and support. While we open with prayer, a short devotion, and grace, the heart of SlingShot is simply showing up with love and support.
Currently, we invite residents from True Recovery RVA, McShin Foundation, The WAR Foundation, Next Frontier Recovery, Starfish and other Recovery Community Organizations and are open to other groups if you have a connection. Each event typically welcomes 50 men in recovery and 10-15 volunteers to keep it personal.
We’ve hosted SlingShot at churches, gyms, parks, and sporting events, and we’d love for your group to join us as a host!
Hosting Involves:
We are scheduling our 2027 monthly gatherings!!! If your church, club, or business is interested in hosting or supporting this initiative, please reach out to us! We would be happy to talk with you about how you can be a part of hosting!
Hosting involves partnering with our team to create an inviting and hospitable space for 50ish men in recovery, scheduled on a Saturday from 10:30a-1:30p. Together we will need…
- Physical Space – inside or outside, in appropriate weather
- Warm and Genuine Volunteers
- Activities like basketball, pickleball, kickball, corn hole and other games, plus arts, music, and anything else fun or creative!
- A meal with fellowship
Into The Neighborhood will handle inviting recovery houses, creating an agenda, and assisting with logistics as needed. The format is flexible, and we’ll support you every step of the way.
Typical Event Schedule:
Saturdays | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
(Volunteers arrive at 10:00 AM for setup; cleanup follows the event.)
If you’re interested in hosting, let’s connect!
Enjoy this video of our 2nd monthly gathering held on 12/16/2023
