Uncommon Ground Initiative, Inc. | Last updated: 2026
Who We Are
Uncommon Ground Initiative, Inc. ("UGI") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Our website is uncommongroundinitiative.org. You can reach us at hello@uncommongroundinitiative.org or (772) 877-5787.
What Information We Collect
We only collect information you voluntarily provide through our website forms:
Name, email address, and phone number (contact and sign-up forms)
Prayer requests (submitted through our prayer form)
Personal responses submitted through our "Get to Know You" intake form
General messages sent through our contact form
How We Use Your Information
We use information you share only to:
Respond to your messages and inquiries
Send you updates about UGI events and programming (only if you sign up)
Pray for you by name when you submit a prayer request
Connect with teens and families before their first UGI gathering
We Will Never
Sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing
Use your information in a way that is inconsistent with our mission
Share prayer requests or intake form responses publicly
Send spam or unsolicited communications
Information About Minors
UGI serves teens ages 13–18. We take the privacy of minors seriously. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13. For teens 13–17, we encourage parental awareness of the information shared through our forms. If you are a parent with concerns about your child's information, contact us at hello@uncommongroundinitiative.org.
Photos and Videos
UGI may photograph or video record events. We only use images of participants for whom we have a signed Photo and Video Release Form on file. If you or your teen do not wish to be photographed, notify a UGI staff member at any event.
Data Storage and Security
Form submissions are processed through Netlify Forms and stored securely. We use reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights
You may request that we delete your information at any time by contacting us at hello@uncommongroundinitiative.org. We will honor all deletion requests promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy as UGI grows. The most current version will always be accessible on our website.
Contact
Uncommon Ground Initiative, Inc. Email: hello@uncommongroundinitiative.org Phone: (772) 877-5787
Now Gathering Every Thursday in Stuart, FL
Rooted in faith. Open to everyone.
Uncommon Ground Initiative is a Christian organization built for teens. Every gathering is grounded in Scripture, real testimonies, and genuine community. You do not have to be a believer to walk in. But you will encounter the real thing.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
6+
Teens in the first two weeks
100%
Free to attend
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First of its kind in our community
Aug
Full launch 2026
Founder and Executive Director
Bryanna Lynn
Our Story
Why I started Uncommon Ground.
I spent years as a student ministry leader at my local church. I planned events, taught the Word of God, and watched something remarkable happen over and over again. Teens from completely different worlds would walk into the same room and leave as family.
Different backgrounds. Different social status. Different stories. They came together because they had one thing in common: their love for God. I watched Him build friendships between people who had no business being friends. That is where the name comes from. Uncommon Ground. Because God meets you exactly where you are and builds something from nothing.
I knew it needed to be bigger than four walls. There are teens in Port St. Lucie and Stuart who need this and have nowhere to go. No Christian-centered community built specifically for them. So I built it.
"She has an unwavering dedication to teens and truly shows the Love of the Lord in everything she does."
Said about Bryanna by those who watched her work
Where It Started
This community has been growing for years.
Before UGI had a name, it had a heartbeat. Here is where it was born.
God was moving before we had a building.
For years Bryanna poured into the lives of teens through her local church ministry. Camps, retreats, late nights, hard conversations. She watched God take a room full of strangers and turn them into a family.
That track record is the foundation UGI is built on. Not an idea. Not a program. A proven, lived-out conviction that when you create a space where Jesus is present and young people feel genuinely welcome, something uncommon happens.
UGI is that space, expanded. Available to every teen in our community and not just the ones who already belong to a church.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."
Jeremiah 29:11 through 13
The Community
These are the kids we show up for.
Different backgrounds. Different stories. One uncommon ground.
Events
Show up. Come as you are.
Real faith. Real people. Real welcome. Every Thursday.
Happening Now
Uncommon Thursdays
A gathering for teens rooted in faith. Built on real community.
WhenEvery Thursday starting April 30th
TimeDoors at 6:15 PM and we start at 6:30 PM
WhereStuart Ceramics in Stuart, FL
WhoTeens
CostFree to attend with an optional $20 to $30 to paint
Want to paint while we talk? Bring $20 to $30 and we will get you set up. Just want to show up and be in the room? That is enough too.
Uncommon Thursdays is the preview. The full UGI launch in August 2026 brings dedicated monthly programming for teens ages 13 to 18. A permanent home built for this generation.
Who: Teens ages 13 to 18
What: Monthly events, structured, safe, and intentional
Every gathering has a rhythm. Biblical, relational, real. Every person walks away knowing they were seen.
Welcome and Hang
Walk in, find your people, settle in. No forced icebreakers. Just real space to arrive and breathe.
Shared Experience
An activity or creative prompt that gets people present and connected before we talk.
Biblical Teaching
A short, honest reflection rooted in Scripture. Conversational and not preachy. Always part of the night.
Personal Testimony
Real stories from real people. Faith lived out loud and spoken honestly. Not performed for an audience.
Prayer
We pray together. That is part of who we are. You are invited in. If you are not there yet, you are welcome to just be in the room while we do.
Relational Closing
We wrap with connection and not a benediction. You leave knowing people and not just information.
This is a Christian space. You are still welcome.
Every gathering at UGI is built on Scripture and real testimonies of faith. That is the point. We are a Christian organization and we own that completely.
We also genuinely believe the Gospel is for everyone which means everyone is welcome at the table. You do not have to clean yourself up first. Come as you are, encounter something real, and let God do what only He can do.
What we will never do
Pressure you into a decision
Treat you like a project to fix
Water down what we believe to make it easier
Judge you for where you are right now
Make your questions feel like a threat
FAQ
Questions we get every time.
Answered honestly and upfront.
Do I have to be Christian to come?
No, but we want you to know what you are walking into. UGI is a Christian organization. Every gathering includes biblical teaching and real personal testimonies. We are not hiding that and we are not apologizing for it. What we are also not doing is pressuring anyone. You are welcome exactly as you are.
Is there a cost?
Uncommon Thursdays is free to attend. If you want to paint during the gathering, bring $20 to $30. That is it. Nobody gets turned away for not having money.
What actually happens at a Thursday night?
You hang, do something creative together (usually painting), hear a short biblical teaching rooted in Scripture, listen to a real personal testimony, pray together, and leave having actually connected with people. It is real, faith-centered, and it moves fast.
Can my teen come alone?
Yes. We have trained adult leaders present every single night. Strict two-adult policies are in place and there is no private isolation ever. Your teen is safe.
What is the difference between Uncommon Thursdays and the full UGI launch?
Uncommon Thursdays is our current weekly gathering at Stuart Ceramics. It is a preview. The full UGI launch in August 2026 will be a dedicated 501(c)(3) program in Port St. Lucie built specifically for teens 13 to 18.
How do I get involved or support UGI?
Show up. Bring someone. Volunteer if you are an adult who leads well. Donate if you can. Partner with us if you run a business or organization. We need all of it.
For Parents and Families
We take your trust seriously.
Letting your teen walk into any space takes trust. Here is what we are committed to.
Christian-Founded, Pressure-Free
Biblical teaching and personal testimonies are always part of our gatherings. That is the point of what we do. Your teen will never be pressured, manipulated, or made to feel unwelcome regardless of where they stand in faith.
Trained and Vetted Leadership
Every adult leader is trained in safeguarding, mandatory reporting, and appropriate boundaries. Strict two-adult rules apply. There is no private isolation ever.
Accountable Operations
UGI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with board oversight and documented safety protocols. We are built to be accountable and not just well-intentioned.
We Are Reachable
Questions? Want to talk before your teen shows up? Text or call us at (772) 877-5787. You should know exactly who is in the room with your kid.
📋 Required Forms for Participation
Both forms must be on file before your teen's first event. Fill them out online — takes about 5 minutes, digital signature accepted.
Fill this out and we will email you the Parental Consent Waiver and Photo Release Form within 24 hours. Both must be completed before your teen's first event.
We respond within 24 hours. You can also text us at (772) 877-5787.
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Request received.
We will email you the forms within 24 hours. If you need them sooner, text us at (772) 877-5787.
Get Involved
This grows with people like you.
Whether you want to serve, give, or partner, there is a place for you here.
Volunteer
We need adults who lead with presence and not performance. If you genuinely care about this generation and can commit to showing up, we want to talk.
UGI is not a corporation. There is no overhead machine to feed. Every dollar donated goes toward creating real, high-quality, safe experiences for teens who need a place to belong.
We are in our earliest days. Your generosity right now helps us build something that will outlast all of us.
$25 a month
Covers supplies for one teen at Uncommon Thursdays for a month
$100 one time
Helps fund a full Uncommon Thursday night for the whole group
"She has an unwavering dedication to teens and truly shows the Love of the Lord in everything she does."
Said about Bryanna by those who watched her work
UGI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
First Time?
Let us get to know you before you walk in.
If you are thinking about showing up to Uncommon Thursdays or just curious about UGI, fill out our get-to-know-you form. It is honest, it is personal, and it means someone from our team will reach out to you directly before your first night.
You are not just walking into a room full of strangers. We want to know who you are before you get here.
Who you are, where you go to school, and if you have a church home.
Just for Fun
Your vibe, your food order, a random fact. Lighten up.
Real Talk
What you are struggling with, what you need, what you are hoping for.
Faith and You
Where you are at with God. Honest questions welcome.
Stay Connected
Be the first to know.
Get updates on Uncommon Thursdays, the August 2026 launch, and everything God is doing through UGI. No spam. Just the real thing.
Your information is never shared or sold. Text updates require a US phone number.
You are on the list. We will be in touch.
Prayer Requests
We pray for you by name.
This is not a form that goes into a folder. Every prayer request that comes through gets prayed over by our team. We believe in the power of intercession and we take it seriously.
Submit whatever is on your heart. Your request is confidential. You do not have to be a Christian to ask for prayer.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
Philippians 4:6
Submit a Prayer Request
Your request goes directly to our prayer team.
Your request is confidential and prayed over by our team.
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We receive this in faith.
Your prayer request has been received. Our team will lift you up by name. You are not alone.
Connect
Let's talk.
Whether you are a teen, a parent, a volunteer, or a potential partner, reach out. We respond to every message.
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