Our Story
Over a Century of Serving Augusta
Founded in 1912, New Bethlehem Community Center is the oldest and first Bethlehem Center in the United States — and we have never stopped serving.
Our Mission
To be an extension of God's ministry by providing free, holistic services to families, children, senior adults, and at-risk individuals in and around the Bethlehem Community of Augusta, Georgia — improving the quality of life and offering Enrichment. Growth. Life. to all who walk through our doors.
Our Vision
A thriving, resilient Bethlehem Community where every person — regardless of age, background, or circumstance — has access to the education, health resources, and social support they need to live abundantly. We envision a community transformed by compassion, sustained by faith, and strengthened by one another.
"I have come that all may have life and have it abundantly."John 10:10 — The scripture that grounds us
113+ Years
Our History & Legacy
Founded in Augusta, GA as the first Bethlehem Center in the United States.
Expanded programs to serve returning veterans and growing families in the Bethlehem community.
Deepened commitment to civil rights-era community support and education initiatives.
Grew health and social services programs in response to changing community needs.
Launched the TRUTH Project and expanded youth development programming for at-risk youth.
Expanded mental health awareness (MAPS), senior adult activities, and substance abuse prevention programming.
Serving Augusta, Richmond County, Burke County, and the CSRA with 6+ active free programs.
What Guides Us
Our Core Values
Faith-Rooted
Guided by scripture and the call to love our neighbors, every program reflects our commitment to God's ministry.
Compassion
We meet every person with dignity — no judgment, no barriers, no charge. Everyone is welcome here.
Enrichment
We equip individuals with the tools, skills, and support they need to grow and thrive.
Community
Rooted in Augusta's Bethlehem neighborhood, we build lasting relationships that strengthen the whole community.
Our Leadership
Meet Our Director
Sheridan Glaze
Under Sheridan's leadership, New Bethlehem Community Center continues to grow its reach and deepen its impact across Augusta and the CSRA. Her dedication to the organization's faith-rooted mission drives every program, partnership, and community initiative NBCC undertakes.
From managing federally-funded grant programs to building relationships with the families and youth NBCC serves, Sheridan embodies the heart of our mission — compassion in action, every single day.
The People Behind the Mission
Our Team
Senior Adult Activities
Celebrating Our Seniors
Our Senior Adult Activities program brings joy, connection, and nourishment to older adults in the Augusta community — every Tuesday and Thursday, free of charge.
Our Affiliation
A National Missions Institution
New Bethlehem Community Center is proud to be a National Missions Institution of the United Women in Faith, a global movement of Christian women committed to social action and community transformation.
This long-standing partnership has sustained our ability to provide uninterrupted, free services to Augusta's most vulnerable residents for over a century.
We warmly welcome alumni, former clients, volunteers, and friends of NBCC. If you have been part of our story, we'd love to reconnect — reach out to us today.
"Serving Augusta, Richmond County, Burke County & the CSRA since 1912."
Be Part of Our Story
Whether you need our services, want to volunteer, or would like to support our mission — NBCC is here for you.