Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles
Vision Statement
Upward desires to change generations globally and recognize that Every Child Is A Winner.
Mission Statement
Upward is committed to equipping churches and other organizations to model their faith with unlimited children through sports.
Guiding Principles
To achieve our mission with a Christlike attitude, Upward is committed to:
- Using ever-changing ways to share a never-changing message
- Promoting and protecting the mission of Upward Unlimited through sound stewardship of all resources
- Working together as a unified team to be a first-class, organized, and detailed support ministry
- Always viewing conflicts as ministry opportunity
- Reaching beyond denominational and cultural boundaries to encourage Kingdom Growth
- Developing participants to share the love of Christ in and beyond Upward
Purpose Statements
The purpose of Upward Sports Ministries is to fulfill God’s vision that He planned long ago by promoting:
Faith
To share the love of Jesus Christ with everyone involved in an Upward ministry.
Character
To help every child grow as Jesus did – spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially.
Self-Esteem
To help every child grow in their understanding and enjoyment of sports.