Non-Profit Organization near Sweetwater, TN - Fresh Start Outreach Ministry

Who We Are

About Fresh Start Outreach Ministry

Together we can make a difference.

At Fresh Start Outreach Ministry, our mission is rooted in compassion, integrity, and community support. We believe in helping others not through handouts or enabling but by offering genuine assistance that empowers individuals to regain independence and hope.

Since our founding, we have been a beacon of hope for families and individuals facing life's toughest challenges. Whether it's providing food for the hungry, helping with utilities, or supporting those in need of transportation or shelter, our goal is to serve with love and purpose.

Our work is inspired by the stories of those we've helped—families fighting health battles, parents seeking stability, and community members striving for a fresh start. Acts of kindness like paying for medications, assisting with utility bills, and helping to restore dignity through small but meaningful gestures are the foundation of what we do.

We are grateful for the support of our community and partners, and we are committed to making a lasting impact—one life at a time. At Fresh Start, we believe everyone deserves a second chance, and with faith and compassion, we are here to help make that happen.

Join us in making a difference. Together, we can create fresh starts and brighter futures for Monroe and McMinn County.

Meet Our Team

Mandy Butera

President

Mike Dotson

Chairman

Bob Heaton

Vice President

Sarah Heaton

Treasurer

David Leger

Board Member and Free Entertainement 🤣🤣

Mandy Huggins

Secretary

Wayland Davis

Board Member/Chaplain

What People are Saying About Us

“My husband went to rehab which left me, as a mother of 3 in a rough spot. I reached out to Fresh Start about needing lawn care. Michael-without hesitation said “no worries, I got you” Days later, I got a message stating someone donated $100 and I asked for it to be placed on our water bill. I later get a message about $300 being placed on our water bill! A few days later-men are getting my yard cleaned up for my children to have a safe place to play in. I seriously couldnt be more grateful for the help Fresh Start gave us!”

— SG

"Fresh Start — Where Do I Even Begin? 🌟

They have been a Godsend to us in more ways than I can count.

A few years ago, we posted on Facebook asking for help to pay for Carol’s medications. She’s diabetic, in congestive heart failure, and battling stage 4 kidney disease. We didn’t know what else to do.

That’s when Fresh Start reached out — and they didn’t just help…
💊 They paid for all of her meds — no questions, no repayment, just one request:
👉 Pay it forward when you can.

That act of kindness changed everything.

A year later, we did just that. Inspired by their generosity, we got involved in helping our homeless community. We put out a plea to our own community — and it went viral.
Together with Fresh Start, we were able to make a real difference.

Their kindness lit a fire in us. It reminded us what compassion in action truly looks like.
Our lives are forever changed because of them. 💛

I believe God crosses paths for a reason… and I thank Him for placing Fresh Start in ours. 🙏"

— Kristy

"Fresh helped me tremendously when I left my abusive relationship with my new born daughter not know which direction to go to when I didn't have anyone to turn to fresh start was there. Helping with gas for work, a high chair for my daughter, clothes, gifts for Christmas you name it they was there !!! My daughter and I will forever be thankful for that fresh start they gave us!!!"

— Amy