Join Us in Our Vision to Expand the Reach of New Horizons Ministries
We are excited to announce our new expansion project in Canon City, which includes a 200-acre ministry campus. We’re inviting you to become a part of this Legacy Project—a chance to make a lasting impact for many generations.
This vision is more than a development project of a new campus, it represents a significant advancement in our capacity to reach more men, women, and children affected by prison.
The vision for this project began in 2018
In 2018 we began looking at several different factors that needed to be addressed as we determined how God was calling us to fulfill his mission in the future.
As we looked to the future and explored ways for the ministry to grow, the main barrier to that growth was having properties that are either too small or no longer code-compliant.
For years we dreamed about a centralized campus large enough to serve all the ministry needs of New Horizons. Youth dorms, staff housing, administrative offices and future ministry facilities were among the top needs discussed.
Summer 2018
We began researching potential property options and campus needs
March 2020
A long-term Legacy Project vision was published, including key projects such as developing the financial team, finding new State relationships, and purchasing a property.
January 2021
The search for a property begins.
July 2022
A decision was made to form a separate board to manage all properties and future expansion including the Legacy Project.
December 2023
A suitable property came on the market at a greatly reduced price, and we saw this as an opportunity to explore because of the acreage and its location.
January 2024
Closing on this property was scheduled for February 1st. However, because of a few environmental concerns, the closing was delayed and renegotiated for December 2024.
August 2024
Phase two environmental study begins to test the soil for contaminants. Planning began on project scope, timeline, and funding needs.
Read the latest updates on our progress
We try to post here every few weeks to keep you updated on this project.
Progress on the Property Development
We are excited to share with you that the soil sampling on the current property under contract for Phase 2 has begun this week. This important step, which started this week marks a significant milestone in our development process. The soil sampling will help us...
Legacy Project Update: Upcoming Soil Sampling and Property Development
Exciting news! We are taking a significant step forward in our property development journey. Starting Monday, September 2, the soil sampling on the property for Phase 2 will begin. This crucial process will help us test for contamination from the neighboring property....
July Legacy Project Update
We have good news regarding the progress of our property purchase. Two weeks ago, our attorney had a productive meeting with several Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials. We are pleased to report that the meeting went exceptionally well. The EPA has...
DONATE TODAY
You’re invited to be part of this Legacy Project with your gift today
This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact for many generations.
When you join the Legacy Project financially, you become a foundational part of breaking the cycle of incarceration by allowing ministry programs to expand for years to come.
Our target funding date is: December 30th, 2024
Ways to Donate:
✔️ Mail checks to PO BOX 1500; Canon City, Colorado 81215
✔️ For online gifts, use the general project form, or choose from a specific project below.
✔️ ACH gifts are also available when you use the online giving form and choose the bank option.
✔️ If you have any questions or would like to make special arrangements for large gifts, please call our main office at (719) 275-5242 and ask for the Fundraising Department.
Or you can give towards an active project need
A Message from Arlynn Miller, Executive Director
It is an honor to be a part of seeing the hand of God at work, lives change, and God’s provision in so many ways. God has brought so many people together to do this amazing work and I praise God for this.
In 2018 we began looking at several different factors that needed to be strategized as we looked into the future for what God has been calling us to. One of those factors is a property that is needed for a growing ministry. For many years we longed for a centralized property large enough to serve the needs of New Horizons now, and into the future.
To address this need we formed a separate board, and organization called the Haven Foundation whose responsibility is to provide guidance for all properties and facilities that New Horizons Ministries owns. And now it is incredible to see the opportunity of a property open in front of us in the last few months.
The opportunity of an exciting property opened in front of us last year. New Horizons exist to “Break the Cycle of Generational Incarceration”. This property will support the growing ministry and open more opportunities to impact offenders and their families for Christ.
My prayer has been and continues to be that God will lead, provide, and go before us in this process of potentially acquiring this property.
We are excited to invite you to join us and see how God is growing his Kingdom through this work.
Arlynn Miller – Executive Director
Help us spread the word – access your digital folder with project details
Many of you have business connections, family, and friends with whom you may want to share this project.
Get access to this digital folder to see the project details and access tools to share this with others in your network.
What’s included:
- A PowerPoint presentation with property details
- Full PDF Ministry Overview of New Horizons
- An email template that you can copy and paste and send to your network explaining about the project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have any questions about this project? Our FAQ section offers responses to common inquiries.
How will this new campus affect your programs?
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- Additional Chaplaincy and other staff housing
- New youth volunteer dorms
- Mechanic Shop
- Thrift Store production center for sorting and distributing donations
- Hosting our own Children’s clubs and events – currently using rented facilities
- Potential location for our Children’s summer camps in the future
- Better workgroup and guest accommodations – currently using rented facilities
- New Administration office building – currently using rented facilities
Why not simply improve current properties?
While we appreciate our current facilities, many are rented, and some do not meet city code requirements. A new campus will allow us to build tailored spaces that meet our ministry's needs.
How long will this project take?
We expect to provide more clarity on the timeline soon, with potential construction continuing through 2035.
How much will it cost?
Currently, project costs are estimated between $20-$25 million, though final figures will depend on the completed project blueprint.
Who is managing this project?
The Board of Directors is selecting a team of individuals including a project manager, funding director, and foreman that will move this project forward through each phase.
Why do we need a centralized campus?
A unified campus will enhance our efficiency, allowing us to expand our ministry programs and provide essential housing for our dedicated staff.
About New Horizons Ministries
Our chaplains are trained and certified by the Department of Corrections and our Apprenticeship Program. Our financials are independently reviewed and certified by the ECFA and GuideStar. We are also certified by the State of Colorado as a Foster Child Placement Agency.
