The purpose of BUILD is to create a self-sustaining, interfaith, interracial, proactive organization, rooted in religious congregations, which is capable of creating system-wide, long-lasting change for low-to-moderate-income communities in Lexington/Fayette County, Kentucky.

The member clergy and congregations of BUILD take seriously the biblical injunction to “do justice” (Micah 6:8). This is what we mean by “direct action”—taking action to hold officials accountable for justice and fairness in our communities—rather than “direct service,” which is what many traditional nonprofits provide. Direct-service organizations deal with helping individuals (mercy); direct-action organizations like BUILD try to get at the root causes of community problems (justice).

If you have questions please contact the church office or the BUILD office at 859-367-0152.