Editor's note: This article was corrected to clarify the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce isn't the host of the 40th anniversary event. More recent photos from Katy Christian Ministries were also provided after press time.

Nonprofit organization Katy Christian Ministries will commemorate four decades of service to the local community with a "birthday bash" on June 24, according to an event announcement on the organization's website.

The details

The 40th anniversary party for KCM will take place in Simonton at Anthonie's Market Grill from 5:30-9 p.m. The event will include a social hour with hors d'oeuvres, followed by a dinner and presentation, and concluding with live music and dancing, according to the announcement.

Individual tickets cost $125, and sponsorships for the event range from $500-$1,500. Tickets are available at www.ktcm.org/40.What they do

Established June 25, 1984, KCM provides social services in the form of financial assistance, health benefits and food assistance to individuals, couples and families in certain ZIP codes within Harris and Fort Bend counties, according to its website. The faith-based nonprofit also runs a crisis center for those affected by domestic violence and sexual abuse.

According to the website, the crisis center provides a variety of free and confidential services, including:

• A 24/7 hotline
• Safety planning
• Peer counseling
• Emergency shelter placements
• Hospital, court and law enforcement accompaniments
• Transportation assistance
• Community outreach, training and education services

In addition, the organization offers mental health counseling services, and operates a food pantry and a resale stores with new and gently used clothes, furniture and household items.

Profits from its resale stores benefit those who utilize services at KCM, according to the website.

• 3506 Porter Road, Katy (administration office)
• www.ktcm.org