SHELBY – James Taylor, Lead Pastor at Shelby Alliance Church, is dusting off his riding boots and returning to the motocross track after an eight-year hiatus, all for a cause close to his heart — supporting local foster care families.
He will be making his return to racing at the Richland County Fair on Aug. 8, bringing his passion full circle to support a great cause.
Motocross, a sport typically reserved for athletes who retire by their early to mid-thirties, might seem an unusual choice for Taylor, now 37.
However, he sees his return to racing as an opportunity to inspire others to leverage their personal talents and passions to benefit the community.
“I’ve become increasingly convinced that we can bring glory to God through everyday activities, especially those outside the traditional church walls,” Taylor explains.
“Motocross was a huge part of my childhood, and now it’s a way for me to shine a light on an important issue: supporting local foster care families.”
Taylor’s fundraiser is currently live through Richland Gives, a secure and trusted local fundraising platform. All proceeds will benefit New Mercy Outreach, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster children and their families in the Richland County area.
“Every child deserves not just life, but life abundantly,” says Taylor. “Foster families are doing incredible work, and this is my small way of helping ensure they have the support they need.”
Community members interested in supporting Taylor’s efforts and local foster families can visit https://richlandgives.mightycause.com/story/Pastorjames2025 or contact Pastor James directly via Facebook or Instagram for more information.
About New Mercy Outreach
New Mercy Outreach is a Richland County-based nonprofit providing resources, support, and encouragement to foster families and children in need.
They strive to create environments where every child experiences care, love, and stability.