About Us
Lively Stones Foundation: Beyond the Walls Ministries Inc. is a California based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving the Inland Empire, dedicated to connecting individuals and families to housing navigation, community services, and faith centered support that strengthen families and foster thriving communities.
Our Story
Across the Inland Empire and surrounding regions, many face barriers to stable housing, essential services, and emotional and spiritual support. Lively Stones exists to connect individuals and families to trusted community resources while offering faith centered encouragement that promotes long term stability and renewed hope. We strengthen our impact through collaboration with local churches and nonprofit partners, helping plant, build, and expand sustainable outreach efforts that serve communities beyond traditional walls.
Our Mission
To connect individuals and families to housing navigation, community services, and faith centered support that strengthen families and advance thriving communities beyond traditional walls.
Our Vision
A community where every person has access to essential resources, supportive relationships, and spiritual encouragement needed to thrive and reach their God given potential.
Our Purpose
To reflect the compassion of Christ by expanding access to practical resources, community support, and spiritual encouragement for individuals and families in need.
Primary Areas of Focus
While we recognize a range of community challenges, our primary focus is housing stability, transitional housing support, access to mental health services, and addressing food insecurity. We strengthen this work through collaboration with local churches and nonprofit partners across the Inland Empire.
Our Core Values
These values guide everything we do, from program design to community engagement.
Faith
We are anchored in biblical principles and guided by the love of Christ in every decision and partnership.
Compassion
We serve with empathy and dignity, recognizing the inherent value and worth of every individual.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of all entrusted resources.
Community
We believe lasting change happens through collaboration, partnership, and shared responsibility within our community.
Restoration
We are committed to restoration that strengthens individuals and families spiritually, emotionally, and practically.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in leadership, program development, and organizational governance.
Organizational Capacity
Our leadership brings extensive expertise in mental health, social services, ministry leadership, crisis intervention, and community operations support. This multidisciplinary background positions Lively Stones Foundation to operate with integrity, accountability, and strategic focus.
Vera Galloway
Chief Ministry Officer
Jonathan Rhoe
Chief Operations Officer
Dr. Stephanie Clark Rhoe, MSW, ASW
Chief Executive Administrator
Why Partner With Us
- Registered 501(c)(3) with transparent financial practices
- Board-governed with quarterly oversight and accountability
- Experienced leadership in ministry and nonprofit management
- Strong community partnerships with churches, schools, and agencies
- Outcome-focused programs with measurable impact
Join Our Mission
Whether through giving, volunteering, or partnership, there are many ways to be part of the Lively Stones family.