Struggle of 71Five Ministries in Oregon

A Christian ministry in Oregon, 71Five Ministries, is facing financial struggles after the state government agency conditioned funding on hiring workers with the same beliefs. The ministry's mission is to share hope with young people through trusting relationships. The organization's funding was pulled due to its religious character, as it required workers to adhere to a statement of faith. The ministry is now dealing with a large deficit in its budget and may have to reduce staff.