Our Mission
Redeemed Creative Arts (RCA) was created to strengthen the faith-based creative economy by connecting churches, artists, and patrons through a shared digital platform. The organization brings together those who serve in ministry and the arts—communities that often work in isolation—enabling them to share resources, creative talents, and opportunities for collaboration. Founded by faith-driven entrepreneurs with experience in ministry, technology, and creative development, RCA is currently laying the groundwork for pilot partnerships with congregations and artists while testing the first version of its platform.
What we do for all people
Artists
Create, sell artwork, build courses, and earn through our comprehensive platform.
Patrons
Support artists, participate in challenges, and become a paid or unpaid Helper to serve your community
Churches
○ Connect with artists and helpers, create challenges, and build your community trust.
Programs and Activities
RCA’s five core programs turn its mission into action. Each component bolsters the faith-based creative economy while reinforcing the others through shared participation, funding, and community engagement. Together, they form RCA’s community flywheel, a self-sustaining system where generosity drives opportunity and collaboration.
People We Helped Since 2022
Dollars We Collected
Resource Share Marketplace
Connect churches, artists, and patrons to donate or exchange creative resources. From musical instruments to AV equipment, we're building a circular economy that reduces waste by up to 40% annually.
Creative Arts Gallery
Discover and support faith-driven artists through our mission-aligned marketplace. With lower fees than secular platforms, artists keep more of their earnings while connecting with ministry opportunities.
Helper & Gig Network
Help solve the 60% volunteer shortage facing churches. Connect with vetted musicians, designers, and ministry professionals for paid or community contributor opportunities that strengthen community ministry.
Educational Learning Hub
Access faith-based training for creatives and ministry teams. Join the 72% of churches already offering online discipleship with courses on worship leadership, media skills, and creative entrepreneurship.
Canvassing & Campaign Support
Amplify your outreach with organized community-wide campaigns. Increase community participation by 25-30% through coordinated events, fundraising, and neighborhood engagement initiatives.
Opportunities
Connect individuals to gigs, courses, and collaborations.
Employment & Gig Board
○ Find paid creative projects and service opportunities
○ Connect with churches and organizations needing talent
○ Build your portfolio with faith-aligned work
Support & Service Programs
○ Serve as a Helper in creative ministry projects
○ Mentor emerging artists and leaders
○ Join community outreach initiatives
Leadership & Internship Opportunities
○ Develop skills through mentorship programs
○ Gain hands-on ministry experience
○ Open to all emerging leaders
In-House & Contractor Network
RCA operates through a small core team supported by a network of specialized contractors and mission-aligned partners — keeping overhead low while ensuring professional excellence across every program.
Extended Contractor Network
○ Design & UX specialists –
user experience and brand consistency
○ Developers & QA testers –
platform build, updates, and maintenance
○ Content creators & educators –
course development for the Learning Hub
○ Marketing & media partners –
campaigns, storytelling, and social engagement
○ Legal & accounting advisors –
hybrid-structure compliance and policy review
Our Core Team
○ Executive Director & Founder:
strategy, partnerships, and mission alignment
○ Technical Lead:
platform architecture, integrations, and data security
○ Finance & Compliance Administrator:
audits, reporting, and governance
○ Community & Partnerships Coordinator:
outreach, onboarding, and pilot support
Road map
RCA’s expansion follows a phased, data-driven model that emphasizes sustainable and measurable progress.
● Pilot plan (Richmond):
25 churches, 100 artists in 6 months; quarterly reviews; annual impact report.
● 12-Month timeline:
Formation → MVP soft-launch (M3–M4) → Pilot rollout (M5–M6) → Evaluations (M7–M12).
● Expansion path:
Y2 two new regions; Y3 national readiness.
In-House & Contractor Network
RCA operates through a small core team supported by a network of specialized contractors and mission-aligned partners — keeping overhead low while ensuring professional excellence across every program.
Extended Contractor Network
○ Design & UX specialists –
user experience and brand consistency
○ Developers & QA testers –
platform build, updates, and maintenance
○ Content creators & educators –
course development for the Learning Hub
○ Marketing & media partners –
campaigns, storytelling, and social engagement
○ Legal & accounting advisors –
hybrid-structure compliance and policy review
Our Core Team
○ Executive Director & Founder:
strategy, partnerships, and mission alignment
○ Technical Lead:
platform architecture, integrations, and data security
○ Finance & Compliance Administrator:
audits, reporting, and governance
○ Community & Partnerships Coordinator:
outreach, onboarding, and pilot support
Road map
RCA’s expansion follows a phased, data-driven model that emphasizes sustainable and measurable progress.
● Pilot plan (Richmond):
25 churches, 100 artists in 6 months; quarterly reviews; annual impact report.
● 12-Month timeline:
Formation → MVP soft-launch (M3–M4) → Pilot rollout (M5–M6) → Evaluations (M7–M12).
● Expansion path:
Y2 two new regions; Y3 national readiness.
Transparency & Finances
RCA operates with complete financial transparency and dual-entity accountability — a nonprofit (Foundation) and a for-profit (LLC) working together to sustain impact and innovation.
How We Steward Every Dollar
- Clear separation of funds: independent boards, bank accounts, and IRS-compliant reporting.
- Quarterly reviews + annual audits ensure integrity and efficiency.
- Each transaction = impact: every earned dollar sustains operations. Every donated dollar funds community programs.
Funding Snapshot
| Category | Allocation |
|---|---|
| Legal & Compliance | $4,500 |
| Technology & Platform Build | $35,000 |
| Infrastructure & APIs | $6,000 |
| Marketing & Outreach | $15,000 |
| Professional & Accounting Services | $5,000 |
| Staffing & Operations | $7,500 |
| Contingency Reserve | $7,472.59 |
| Total Pilot Funding | $80,472.59 |
What People
Says About Us
General Questions
What is the Community Flywheel?
The Community Flywheel is our self-reinforcing ecosystem where each program supports the others, creating continuous cycles of generosity and collaboration. A patron's donation can fund a Helper to deliver a Resource Share item; the same church may later commission art through the Gallery or host a Learning Hub course. These interconnected activities create network effects that amplify participation, revenue, and impact.
How does the dual-entity structure work?
RCA operates through a two-part structure: Redeemed Creative Arts, LLC handles technology and revenue activities, while Redeemed Creative Arts Foundation, Inc. oversees education, outreach, and grant-funded programs. The LLC owns all intellectual property and licenses it to the nonprofit at cost through written service agreements, ensuring IRS compliance and transparent financial management.
What are the fees for artists?
On secular platforms, creators often lose 15–20% of each sale to transaction fees. RCA provides a 5% commission alternative where artists retain ownership of their work, increase their earnings by 10-15% compared to secular platforms, and establish direct relationships with churches and patrons. Licensing tools and watermark protection safeguard original works.
How do you ensure safety for Helpers and churches?
Each Helper must complete a verification process including reference checks, proof of experience, and optional background screening through RCA's third-party partner. Standardized service agreements and digital payment tracking mitigate risk, while GPS check-ins support deliveries and on-site work. Emergency contact tools are available for quick response.
What's the income situation for Christian artists?
Approximately 166,700 independent artists work in the U.S. earning a median income of $62,544, but Christian creatives often earn half that amount from faith-based work. RCA addresses this income gap by creating sustainable income streams through our integrated ecosystem that combines art sales, gig placements, and educational opportunities.
How many churches do you serve?
There are approximately 330,000 Christian congregations in the U.S., most small to mid-sized with limited creative or technical capacity. Barna Group reports that 60% of pastors identify volunteer shortages as a barrier to ministry growth, and Lifeway Research found only 32% of churches have sufficient financial reserves - gaps that RCA's platform directly addresses.
What is your revenue model?
Our sustainable model includes: Resource Share Marketplace (2-3% transaction fees), Creative Arts Gallery (5% commission), Helper Network (1.5-10% service fees and premium subscriptions), Educational Hub (5% platform fee), and Campaign Support (tiered participation fees). We project achieving operational break-even within 18-24 months and 40% cost recovery by Year 3.
How do I become a Helper?
Join our Helper Network by completing our verification process which includes reference checks and optional background screening. Helpers can participate in both paid engagements (with 1.5-10% service fees) and unpaid opportunities. RCA aims to creates flexible service opportunities for skilled professionals, musicians, designers, and drivers.
