Outreach at Legacy Church

There's a place for you to serve.

From feeding kids to fixing a widow's roof, our outreach teams show the love of Jesus across New Mexico every week. Find where you fit, then take your first step.

Jump In This Month

Ways to Get Involved

Four ongoing ways anyone can serve right now, no experience needed.

Woman donating blood at a Legacy Church blood drive

Blood Drive

We host regular blood drives at our campuses. The need in New Mexico hospitals never stops, and one donation can save up to three lives.

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Feed New Mexico Kids volunteer packing food boxes for students

Feed New Mexico Kids

Hunger is real in our state. Volunteer or donate to help make sure kids across New Mexico get meals, especially when school is out.

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Young student practicing handwriting at a desk

Learning Center

Volunteer as a tutor helping K through 5th graders with reading and math, or adults working toward their GED. Enroll a learner for free tutoring too.

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How to Start

Every team starts with Next Step.

Next Step is a four part class, offered weekly or all in one day at every campus. It is the easiest way to find the place that fits you.

  1. 1

    Get to know Legacy

    Learn who we are, what we believe, and how our church family serves together.

  2. 2

    Discover how God made you

    Walk through spiritual gifts and personality assessments to see where you will thrive.

  3. 3

    Meet your team leader

    Once you find a place that fits, we connect you directly with a team leader to get started.

Your Generosity at Work · 2025

Here is what serving together made possible.

In 2025 we gave over

$3.8million

to missions & outreach

Thank you for living generously.

Legacy by the Numbers

Lives Changed in 2025

1,969

Baptisms in 2025

5,014

Active volunteers

3,536

Commitments to Jesus through connect cards

47,636,512

People have viewed our content across the world

255,897

Feed New Mexico Kids snack packs since 2018

291

Make-A-Wish wishes granted since 2003

956

Next Step graduates

137

Thermal imaging cameras donated to New Mexico fire departments

750+

Night to Shine guests honored

311

Moving Forward graduates

734,000+

Followers across all platforms

8.5M

Legacy Worship streams

A Letter from Pastor Steve

Legacy Church Family,

I want to personally thank you for your faithfulness and generosity to God and to Legacy Church. What you give truly matters. Your tithes and offerings are not just dollars; they are acts of worship that advance the kingdom of God and change lives.

Because of your obedience and partnership, 2025 was a year of incredible impact.

Together, we granted 16 wishes through Make-A-Wish, bringing our total to 291 wishes and over $2.2 million given to children and families here in New Mexico. Through our partnership with Feed New Mexico, we served 19 schools, distributing 38,450 food packs and more than 77,000 pounds of food to children in need. We also hosted Night to Shine, honoring over 750 individuals with special needs with a prom experience designed just for them.

Your generosity also reached far beyond our borders. Through Kids Around the World, we packed over 70,000 meals for children in the Dominican Republic. Through Global Messenger Service, we sponsored 2 wells and 2 churches in India, helping provide clean water and spreading the gospel to thousands. We continued supporting Mikel French Ministries, part of a powerful move of God, helping reach millions in Russia through evangelism, church planting, and training leaders for the next generation.

This year we also launched the Just One More Campaign, reminding ourselves that this is all about reaching people, one life at a time. Every meal packed, every wish granted, every church built, and every soul reached represents just one more person loved by God.

Legacy Church, none of this happens without your faithfulness. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your pastor. I truly believe I serve with the greatest people.

Jesus said in Matthew 6:21, “Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.” Thank you for placing your heart in the work of the Lord through Legacy Church.

With gratitude, Pastor Steve Smothermon, Sr.

Senior Pastor, Legacy Church

The 2025 Impact Index

Everything you made possible.

Every ministry, outreach, and gathering from the year in one place. Filter by area and open any line for the full story.

01 Feed New Mexico KidsIn the Community · Since 2018 255,897Snack packs606,937Pounds of food
Feed New Mexico Kids volunteer with snack pack boxes

In 2025, Feed New Mexico Kids supported over 19 schools, delivering to students facing food insecurity. Together we are making sure children across New Mexico are fed, cared for, and reminded that God sees them.

02 Make-A-Wish New MexicoIn the Community · Partners since 2003 16Wishes in 2025$2.2MGiven since 2003
Family celebrating a Make-A-Wish trip with Legacy Church

This church wide effort funds dreams like a trip to Disney World for critically ill children, bringing hope and joy to families facing serious health challenges. We gave $134,000 in 2025 and have now helped grant 291 wishes.

03 Night to ShineIn the Community · Since 2015 750+Guests honored$40,000+Invested in 2025
Guests walking the red carpet at Night to Shine

A heartwarming prom night experience centered on God's love and created for individuals 14 and older with special needs. It celebrates the worth and significance of every person it serves.

04 Back to School OutreachIn the Community · Clovis, Portales, Tucumcari, Grants, Carlsbad 1,297Backpacks1,310Salvations in four years
Mother and son arriving at the Back to School welcome sign

Our campuses gave 1,297 backpacks, 572 pairs of shoes, and 377 coats to students in 2025. Over four years this outreach has reached more than 6,362 people.

05 S.O.S. Homeless MinistryIn the Community · Albuquerque 3,978Meals served300Volunteers
Volunteer packing donations for neighbors in need

Volunteers gave clothing, hygiene packs, food, and Bibles to neighbors in need, and the team also ministers to residents of Genesis Nursing Home.

06 Gifting ChristmasIn the Community · LKIDS Giving Tree 982Christmas gifts
Tables of donated Christmas gifts for kids

Each year, our LKIDS volunteers choose gifts for children in need so every child feels loved, valued, and celebrated. Over the past six years we have also brightened the holidays for hospitalized children and their siblings in metro area hospitals, urgent care centers, and emergency rooms.

07 Operation Empty SeatIn the Community · Personal invitations 202Received Jesus460Came to church

Through social media we reach people who have never been to church or have not been in years. When they respond, our team calls, prays, and meets them right where they are, and our liaison and concierge teams make sure every person feels seen, supported, and truly welcomed.

08 Fire Camera DonationIn the Community · Since 2005 8New in 2025137Cameras total
Legacy Church praying over first responders

Thermal imaging cameras help firefighters find victims and move through dangerous environments. Our donations now equip departments across New Mexico.

09 Veteran and Military SupportIn the Community · Since 2014 $546,000+Given
Soldier holding a Legacy Church care package

Support for ministries serving veterans, including Veterans Integration Center, The Roever Foundation, and Warriors Serving Warriors. Several times a year we also send care packages to active duty service members.

10 Rescue HerIn the Community · Fighting human trafficking 10Women sponsored monthly
Two women embracing

Thanks to your generosity, we sponsor ten women each month as they begin their journey of recovery, healing, and freedom.

11 RefugeIn the Community · Special needs ministry
Men praying together at Legacy Church

Refuge makes sure every part of the Body of Christ is included, teaching the Gospel at each person's level and creating belonging, purpose, and joy for individuals with disabilities and their families.

12 Faithful Every MonthIn the Community · Monthly partners
Child choosing a donated winter coat

Teen Challenge of New Mexico and Conviction for Christ Ministries since 2014, The Lighthouse Mission in Clovis, and Expect a Miracle Ministries all receive our steady monthly support.

13 India Well MissionAround the World · With Global Messenger Service 2Water wells2Churches
Future site of a water well and church in India

Legacy fully funded two water wells and two church buildings in remote Indian villages. The wells will bring clean water to thousands, ease the daily burden on women, and help keep young girls in school, while each church becomes a place for worship, education, and care.

14 Convoy of HopeAround the World · Since 2021 $280,000+Given
Convoy of Hope volunteer hugging a woman

Providing food, disaster relief, and hope to people around the globe.

15 Kids Around the WorldAround the World · Dominican Republic 70,000+Meals packed
Legacy Academy students packing meals

Legacy Academy students packed over 70,000 meals for children in the Dominican Republic.

16 Casa Hogar Bethel OrphanageAround the World · Over 20 years, Legacy Clovis
Children gathered at Casa Hogar Bethel Orphanage

Food, clothing, education, and healing for abused and abandoned children in Mexico, so they can serve God, care for their families, and love others well.

17 Operation SmileAround the World · Monthly support
Smiling child surrounded by bubbles

Surgeries for children born with cleft lip or cleft palate, restoring their ability to speak and eat along with their confidence and joy.

18 Bold HopeAround the World · Five years of senior trips

An international ministry serving impoverished communities through education, medical care, and church partnerships. Legacy Academy seniors join Bold Hope on weeklong mission trips.

19 Fischer Family and Mikel French MinistriesAround the World · China and Russia

Fischer Family Ministries has shared Jesus in China for over 20 years. Mikel French Ministries is reaching millions in Russia through evangelism, church planting, and training leaders.

20 Support for IsraelAround the World · Since 2014

Monthly support through Bridges for Peace and American Friends of Leket Israel, building bridges between Christians and Jews and providing food, care, and encouragement.

21 Easter at LegacyGatherings · Spring 32,000In person and online732Baptisms
Easter service at Legacy Church

688 Bibles were given away across our Easter services.

22 Christmas at LegacyGatherings · December 2,234Connection cards1,480Bibles given
Christmas at Legacy production on stage

Over 500 pastoral care follow up calls walked with people through grief and loss, celebrated restored marriages, supported healing after divorce, and welcomed home those who had stepped away from church.

23 FORGED Men's ConferenceGatherings · Summer 2,327Attendance80Baptisms
Men worshiping at the FORGED Men's Conference

Men from across New Mexico gathered for worship, brotherhood, and challenging messages from men who have lived it.

24 Aspire Women's ConferenceGatherings · Fall 2,069Attendance66Baptisms
Women worshiping at Aspire

Women gathered to worship, grow, and be encouraged in their walk with God.

25 LKIDS Summer CampGatherings · Summer 583Attendance372Salvations
Kids worshiping at LKIDS Summer Camp

207 volunteers served, 512 Bibles were given, and 65 kids were baptized.

26 The SearchGatherings · Legacy Student Conference 556Attendance182Salvations

512 Bibles were given and 61 students were baptized.

27 Legacy AcademyNext Generation · 21 years serving parents 421Students39Teachers

At Legacy Academy, leadership begins with serving others. Students learn responsibility, empathy, and the power of showing Christ's love in tangible ways. The Academy also brought home 2 state championships.

28 Senior Mission TripNext Generation · Dominican Republic 77Students sent since 2021
Student smiling with kids on the Dominican Republic mission trip

Every year Legacy Academy seniors serve on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic.

29 Students Who ServeNext Generation · Local partners

Seniors serve weekly at Expect a Miracle Ministries, and middle school students partner with Roadrunner Food Bank to serve the local community.

30 The Legacy CenterWhat's Next · Now open 197,000Square feet
Four court gymnasium at the Legacy Center

Designed for both Legacy Academy and Legacy Church, with modern classrooms, a premier athletic complex with four basketball and volleyball courts, world class training spaces, and the Legacy Community Learning Center with free reading and math tutoring and a GED program. Regional tournaments and events will bring thousands of people onto our campus.

31 Rio Rancho ExpansionWhat's Next · Underway 700+Seat auditorium
Rendering of the expanded Rio Rancho entrance

A redesigned foyer for connection and community, the former theater becoming new spaces for youth and kids, and a brand new entrance for first time guests.

Mario Risso

One Story

Mario Risso

At 44, I am a husband, a father of 3 boys, and a career firefighter and paramedic.

My life was once consumed by anger, spiritual absence, resentment, and distance from God.

This led me down a path of severe alcoholism, a decades long journey into a dark, dangerous, and demonic place.

In July 2024, I reached a turning point. I fell to my knees and asked God for help.

Three days later, I stepped into Legacy Church Rio Rancho for the first time in my adult life. Six months later, my entire family, a crucial part of my journey, was baptized together in the name of Christ Jesus.

The thoughts, feelings, and signs I experienced after that pivotal moment were unmistakably the work of the Holy Spirit. I have been given an amazing gift, and my life is now unrecognizably different.

Mario R. · Legacy Church Rio Rancho

Just One More

Thank you for believing in this vision, building alongside us, and choosing to reach Just One More.

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Ministries & Organizations

We Support 100+

    A Note from Our Auditors

    It was a pleasure working with Legacy Church in 2025. Our firm issued an unmodified “clean” audit opinion and we found that our testing of various controls reflected a strong control environment and solid financial practices. This is a credit to the team's careful stewardship of the resources entrusted to them.

    Donna Peace, CPA · MP Group, Inc., Certified Public Accountants

    Questions

    Serving at Legacy

    How can I start serving at Legacy Church?

    Start with Next Step. It is the first step to getting connected at Legacy Church, and from there our team helps you find the place to serve where you fit. Sign up at legacychurch.com/nextstep.

    Do I need experience to volunteer?

    No. Every way to serve on this page is open to people with no experience. Teams train you, and you serve alongside people who have done it before.

    What outreach does Legacy Church do in New Mexico?

    Legacy Church hosts blood drives, packs and delivers meals through Feed New Mexico Kids, sends care packages to deployed military, runs the Legacy Community Learning Center for adult and elementary learners, and supports more than 100 ministries and organizations across the state and around the world.

    How much did Legacy Church give to missions and outreach in 2025?

    In 2025 Legacy Church gave over $3.8 million to missions and outreach, celebrated 1,969 baptisms, and mobilized 5,014 volunteers.

    Is Legacy Church financially accountable?

    Yes. An independent CPA firm, MP Group, Inc., audited Legacy Church for 2025 and issued an unmodified, clean audit opinion.

    Your Next Step

    Be the one who helps Just One More.

    Every number on this page started with someone saying yes. Take Next Step and we will help you find the team where you fit.

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