First Fruits Friday - The Value of Pregnancy Centers
Pregnancy centers have been in the news as of late. As the politicians and media sites discuss the topic of pregnancy centers, many mothers are coming to their own conclusions about the value of pro life ministries.
At Seneca, we have definitely seen the impact of offering women an alternative, life-affirming option to abortion in the midst of their crisis. We are also grateful that there are so many other life affirming centers around the country that are working to help women see that they do not have to settle for the seemingly “easy” option of abortion.
One of our clients recently shared her joy at choosing life and working with our team at Seneca:
“Many might think I should’ve chosen the “easy” option of abortion with my 2nd pregnancy. I’m so glad I didn’t buy that lie and settle for less.”
A recent report from the Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI) was released showing that between 2016 and 2020, more than 800,000 lives have been saved as a result of women who were abortion-vulnerable deciding to visit to the nearly 3,000 pregnancy centers operating across the United States.
That same study also revealed the following eye-opening statistics about the actual monetary value of what pregnancy centers have contributed:
Nearly 500,000 free ultrasounds – estimated value: $139 million
160,200 free STI/STD tests – estimated value: $8 million
Nearly 732,000 free pregnancy tests – estimated value: $6.5 million
Free parenting and prenatal education programs – estimated value: nearly $52 million
Post-abortive support for tens of thousands of clients – estimated value: $3.2 million
Nearly 1.3 million packages of diapers – estimated value: nearly $13 million
Over two million baby outfits – estimated value: over $9 million
Over 30,000 car seats and nearly 20,000 strollers – estimated total value: over $2.6 million
This adds up to over $233 million dollars. It is nothing compared to the príceless lives saved or the families created, but it is certainly worth noting: While the abortion industry is making millions, these ministries are saving our country money.
At Seneca, we provide many of these services along with free lactation consulting, free birth doula support, free professional counseling, life coaching, spiritual direction, and financial assistance for needs like car repairs, utilities, and education costs.
This translates into an empowering experience for mothers who learn to trust us, themselves, and most importantly, God, in their motherhood journey.
Another Seneca client had this to say:
“So many women think an unplanned (or even planned) pregnancy will make their life fall apart—especially single moms. I understand their fear because I was once in their shoes. But abortion is not the only option. I found it empowering to choose life for my children, and to work through the difficulties that accompany that.”
Even though many of our services are free for clients, we rely on your generous donation of time, talent, and treasure to make them possible. Are you interested in sharing your skills with a mother in need? Would you consider partnering with us as a monthly ministry partner?