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Dan PetersonFounder, BA & MA Ed Admn
Cleveland FutchCertified Public Accountant, MBA, J.D.
Scott StafneAttorney, J.D., LL.M.
Ryan BedfordAttorney, J.D.
Tracy TribbettAttorney, J.D.
Gary VanLandinghamDirector of Mentoring
Carrie DavisDirector of Marketing
Testimonials
Annie W.
13:13 06 Nov 25
Working with Dan has been excellent. I communicated with him several times by email; he was consistently helpful and responsive. During a recent consultation he demonstrated deep knowledge of the issues I raised and used practical, real-world examples to clarify complex points. I look forward to continuing to work with Dan and his team as our ministry grows. God bless the Helping Hands Outreach team.
Rachel A.
20:10 17 Oct 25
Dan Peterson has been such a valuable resource and sometimes coach for anything and everything we have done. From the formation of our church and what to do in various situations, Dan has been with us every step of the way! It has been several years since we incorporated, but he is still there to answer every single question I have ever asked! I have never dealt with any company or organization that is there for you after all the initial processes are completed. That is, until Helping Hand. God bless your entire team!!! There are not enough words to show our gratitude!
Anthony C.
05:08 18 Aug 25
Love Helping Hand Outreach. They helped my wife & I start our ministry.
Beth P.
21:29 25 Mar 25
What can I say? A quick 15 minute phone call with Dan saved me $9000 in taxes today! He was quick to get back with me, helped efficiently and even a few follow up questions I had via email. It's been a pleasure working with Helping Hand Outreach since 2021.
Red Hill Bible M.
23:29 06 Mar 25
We cannot give a high enough recommendation Dan and his professional team! They truly have a love for the Lord and a desire to serve Him. We give all glory to God for putting Helping Hand Outreach in our path. They made everything so easy and answered all of our questions. Dan has always answered the phone or called us back quickly! Thank You & may God continue to bless Dan & his team!
Jerry R.
16:55 06 Mar 25
I am so thankful that I found Dan and Helping Hand Outreach when it came time to form our church! 508c1a is the ONLY way a real church should form and this group is the ONLY one you should use in my opinion! Never a moments regret and have been so happy to be a reference with my experience in this process! Blessed to have found them and you will be too!