Founded In 1979
TENTMAKERS draws its name from the Apostle Paul’s tent‑making trade in Acts 18:3, recognizing that work and ministry can be integrated in Christ’s service. Their founding vision was to equip young people and adults with leadership, character, and mission‑oriented training so that their professional, vocational, and personal lives are lived with purpose for the Gospel.
Affiliations
TENTMAKERS is a Christian ministry that is oriented toward mission, discipleship and leadership training across various sectors. It does not appear to be tied to a single denomination publicly.
They list partner ministries and organizations that form strategic alliances, joint ventures or supporting partners for their mission.
TENTMAKERS
They serve youth, young adults, adults and educators across multiple states (USA) through camps, gap‑year programs, leadership experiences, and ministry training.
TENTMAKERS Mission Statement
“We equip and empower disciples to be Biblical tentmakers who live out their God‑given calling while transforming culture through Christ, one relationship at a time.”
TENTMAKERS exists to provide Christ‑centered experiences designed to equip and empower disciples to live a life on mission. Their programs include immersive leadership, wilderness, gap‑year and adult training experiences rooted in Biblical principles, with the goal of raising up leaders who integrate work, ministry and culture for Christ.
