Gainesville’s Good News at Noon has received the Waypoint Award from national nonprofit True Charity. The award was presented at True Charity’s recent annual Summit conference.
The award honors a member of the True Charity Network that has “demonstrated outstanding commitment to empowering, relational, and results-driven charitable practices.”
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“Founded in 1987 when its founders began serving free lunches from their home kitchen, Good
News at Noon has grown into a vibrant ministry offering shelter, meals, hygiene services,
medical care, and a food pantry—while focusing on long-term transformation through
employment, social capital, and healthy relationships.
A turning point came after Executive Director Ken Gossage attended last year’s True Charity Summit, which he called “pivotal” for the organization’s future. Building on their existing use of True Charity’s program plans and operational toolkits, the team began implementing a new
certificate program using the Developmental Classes Toolkit. This allowed both residents and
community neighbors to engage in structured learning that fosters personal growth.
The ministry also put key True Charity educational tools into action—such as the Road to Justice
video series, the 7 Marks of Effective Charity courses, the Mentorship program plan, and the
Volunteer Engagement Toolkit—to better train staff and volunteers. They are now working
toward a robust outcomes measurement system to ensure lasting impact.
Good News at Noon exemplifies the spirit of effective charity by refusing to settle for quick
fixes. Instead, they pursue dignity and long-term change through personal connection, clear
expectations, and measurable results.
For more information on True Charity, visit truecharity.us. To learn more about Good News at
Noon, visit goodnewsatnoon.org.