Annual Report - Good Samaritan Ministries

The Clearinghouse
“On one trip my husband and I drove a woman to Grand Rapids to have surgery . . . we
decided to stay with her because she had no other family,” says Diana Beltman. “She was so
thankful for our kindness she was crying . . . she thanked us with a box of handmade cards
. . . the most rewarding part of volunteering are the big, beautiful smiles and tears.”
Diana volunteers with the Clearinghouse Rides Program. Committed to this ministry, Diana not only
coordinates volunteer drivers at her church - Rose Park Reformed – but also works with individuals to
schedule and arrange rides. She also commits to providing rides herself. The Clearinghouse Rides Program
connects volunteer drivers with individuals who need a ride to a medical appointment, courthouse date,
interview, or other necessary activity.
When Good Samaritan Ministries contacted local churches to recruit volunteer drivers, Diana knew she
wanted to help. “I enjoy working with people for a worthwhile cause . . . since I’m retired
my goal is to give back.”
Diana found she has learned much from working with other volunteers, “My overall perspective on
people who volunteer has become brighter . . . if there weren’t volunteers, I don’t know
what people would do.”
The Clearinghouse connects families and individuals facing emergency needs with resources from
churches, agencies and individuals.
Did you know?
The Clearinghouse provides . . .
Rides Program - free, local rides to
people in need.
Care Closet - families with items that
cannot be purchased with food
stamps.
Employment Support
- one-on-one help with
resume writing, job
searches, and interview
preparation.