About Lighthouse

Lighthouse Disability Ministries Inc is a registered 501(c) Non-Profit organization located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The purpose at Lighthouse is two-fold:

  1. To provide respite relief for caregivers of individuals with disabilities though a monthly event
  2. To provide a safe entertainment destination for individuals with special needs to fellowship

Who We Are

Lighthouse was founded in 2023 by Marc & Risa Padgett as a result of a flourishing special needs community that has expanded greatly since it’s inception.

Originally Marc & Risa started a Sunday school class for individuals with disabilities, only to find that there was a far greater need than could have been predicted at it’s inception. After prayerful consideration, they decided to advance the cause and further their mission by creating a non-profit ministry.

It’s truly their passion to provide a great escape for the disabled, as well as those who care for these amazing individuals.

The demand is great, and we want to help both individuals with disabilities and their caregivers.

If you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to visit our ‘Contact’ page to get in touch to learn more.

“This ministry has been a blessing to be involved in. It’s heart warming to see how it’s changed the lives of our friends who have special needs as well as their families. It’s the hope of Lighthouse to expand on the foundation that’s in place in hopes of reaching even more people.”
-Risa & Marc Padgett