“Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25

 

That’s the inspiration, and ultimately the mission, of Refreshing Outlook, a nonprofit organization founded in Newberry, South Carolina. After navigating the personal journey of processing and grieving the loss of his son, founder Charlie Bedenbaugh found hope in solidarity with others experiencing similar loss. In 2017, Refreshing Outlook was created. The organization is proud to be driven by the desire to help others through loss by providing them with support, encouraging them in their faith, and supplying them with the hope that they can overcome the challenges lying before them.

 

As our first project, Refreshing Outlook announced the construction of The Will Memorial Sports Complex, a baseball park that will service athletes from Newberry county and beyond. Sports have proven an incredible avenue for individuals to express themselves, learn essential social skills, and establish self-discipline. The complex will host baseball and softball teams of all ages and hopes to coach players to not only to grow in their sport, but in their character. Refreshing Outlook’s goal is both to service the community and to prove the importance of sports to community and character building, healing, and overall health.