M28 exists to disciple the next generation to know Jesus and to make Him known.
M28 Ministries is a Christ-centered, nonprofit discipleship ministry dedicated to helping students, leaders, and families know Jesus deeply and follow Him faithfully. Rooted in the Great Commission of Matthew 28:19–20, we exist to awaken hearts to Jesus and equip the next generation to live as His disciples. Through summer camps, retreats, conferences, leadership development, curriculum, and mission opportunities, we create environments where biblical teaching, passionate worship, authentic community, and intentional discipleship come together to help people encounter God and grow in their faith.
Founded in 2012 by Eddie and Allyson Willis, M28 has grown from a single youth camp into a year-round ministry impacting thousands of students and leaders each year. Everything we do is driven by a simple conviction: lives are transformed when people encounter Jesus, are grounded in His Word, and are equipped to make disciples of others. Whether gathered in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina for camp or serving through ministry opportunities throughout the year, our desire is to see people boldly live out the Gospel and become disciples who make disciples for the glory of God.
About M28 Ministries
What Sets M28 Apart?
Our commitment to discipleship that extends far beyond a single event.
While camps and retreats are often the starting point, our mission is not simply to create memorable experiences—it is to help students develop a lasting relationship with Jesus Christ and equip them to follow Him for a lifetime.
Intentionally centered on the Gospel and the Great Commission.
Through biblically grounded teaching, Christ-exalting worship, authentic community, and meaningful small-group discipleship, we create environments where students can encounter God, dive into His Word, and respond to His calling. We believe transformation happens when students are known, challenged, and encouraged by leaders who genuinely care about their spiritual growth.
Committed to partnering with the local church.
Rather than replacing the church's role, we come alongside pastors, youth leaders, and parents to strengthen the discipleship already taking place in their communities. Our goal is to serve as a catalyst that helps churches make disciples more effectively throughout the year.
M28 is driven by a culture of prayer, dependence on the Holy Spirit, and a passion for seeing lives transformed by Jesus.
We measure success not by attendance numbers or event experiences, but by changed lives, surrendered hearts, and students who leave equipped to make disciples wherever God has called them. That commitment to Gospel-centered, relational, and mission-driven discipleship is what makes M28 Ministries different.
