The Problem We're Here to Answer
Too many children and families in our community face unsafe, unstable, or overwhelming home situations — and often, they have nowhere to turn.
Some just need a listening ear. Others need a warm meal, a safe place to breathe, or someone to remind them that they matter.
Our Answer: Love Today. Strength Tomorrow.
At REC Haven, a family nonprofit in Indianapolis, we’re creating a safe and supportive space for children and families to find refuge, encouragement, and care.
Through faith-based family programs and community outreach, we’re restoring hope and building strength for tomorrow — one act of love at a time.
Our Programs Will Provide:
A Haven for Kids
A welcoming environment where children can relax, talk, and feel safe.
Family Support & Mentorship
Helping parents and caregivers access resources, guidance, and faith-driven hope.
Community Outreach Nights
Offering meals, activities, and connections that strengthen families and neighborhoods across Indianapolis.
Faith-Driven Encouragement
Reminding every person who walks through our doors that God’s love brings healing, peace, and renewal.
Our vision is simple:
To be a place where every child and family experiences love today… and finds strength for tomorrow.
Founder's Story
For as long as I can remember, God has placed a deep love for children and families on my heart. As a mother of three boys and someone who has served in schools, churches, and community programs, I’ve seen how much of a difference it makes when a child feels safe, heard, and loved. Too often, families face struggles in silence — but I believe no one should walk through hardship alone.
REC Haven was born out of prayer, perseverance, and a vision that God has been shaping in me for years. What began as a quiet stirring has grown into a mission to provide Refuge, Encouragement, and Care for children and families in need. We exist to be a light in the darkness — offering support, resources, and a reminder of God’s love in practical and life-changing ways.
This journey has not always been easy. Balancing motherhood, school, work, and building a nonprofit from the ground up has stretched me in ways I never imagined. Yet, through every challenge, God has continued to open doors, provide resources, and bring people alongside me to make this vision a reality. I hold tightly to the promise of Psalm 46:1 (ESV): “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
REC Haven is not just an organization; it is a calling. My hope is that every person we reach feels the love of Christ, the strength of community, and the assurance that they are never forgotten.
“Love Today. Strength Tomorrow. That is the heartbeat of REC Haven, and by God’s grace, it is the legacy we are building together.
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– Katelyn Puckett
Founder Katelyn Puckett
Your Spare Change = Big Change!
Every donation helps build safe, supportive environments for families in need across Indianapolis. Together, we’re turning generosity into hope, one coin at a time.
Every coin your donate helps create positive impact in someone's life.
Ways to Get Involved
Join us in strengthening the heart of Indianapolis. Whether you volunteer, partner, or give, your support fuels programs that bring families hope and stability.
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