A vision rooted in faith, hope, and compassion.
Founded on a legacy that predates 1967, Frontline Outreach was born from C.R. Smith's calling to establish a ministry of hope, faith, compassion, and love—and grew into a shared mission carried forward by other divinely appointed leaders.
Faith-based. Community-rooted. Mission-led.
Frontline Outreach is a faith-based Christian organization committed to meeting the spiritual, educational, social, and developmental needs of the community. We exist to help people recognize their God-given value, potential, and purpose while creating pathways for growth, leadership, opportunity, and long-term transformation.
Honoring the legacy of Frontline leadership.
A ministry rooted in 1967.
Frontline's story is shaped by faithful leaders — from C.R. and Estelle Smith, to legacy figure Dr. James R. Smith, to board chairs and supporters like Andy Snyder, Tony Jenkins, Bill Dillard, Scott Cahill, Arthur Lee, Ralph Veerman, Larry Curry, and Arto Woodley, and today under the leadership of Archbishop Allen Wiggins.
Frontline's organizational roots
Frontline Outreach, Inc. traces its roots to 1967, when Mr. C.R. Smith — a businessman, person of deep faith, and committed community leader — answered a calling to serve children, youth, and families in Orlando's urban neighborhoods.
A legacy that prepared the way
Before Frontline occupied the site, Dr. James R. Smith — a pioneering physician and civic leader — helped establish W.S.A.R. (Washington Shores Association for Recreation), making the building a place of care, refuge, and community support during a time of segregation.
Restoring a Home in the Urban Corridor
After the passing of Dr. James R. Smith in 1978, C.R. Smith, with the support and endorsement of Orlando Mayor Bill Frederick, rallied others to rescue and restore a facility in the heart of Orlando's urban corridor. Together, they sought to advance a shared commitment to uplifting a challenged community. This effort became both a visible testimony and a focused mission to minister to the mind, body, and spirit.
Built by many hands
Alongside C.R. and Estelle Smith, many faithful board chairs, executive directors, and supporters helped build and sustain Frontline's mission, including Andy Snyder, Tony Jenkins, Bill Dillard, Scott Cahill, Arthur Lee, Ralph Veerman, Larry Curry, Arto Woodley, and many others. Among them, Arto Woodley is especially recognized for his instrumental role in helping transition and reposition Frontline, offering steady leadership through pivotal seasons of growth, refinement, and forward movement.
Archbishop Allen Wiggins answers the call
Son of Rev. R.W. Wiggins and Senior Pastor of The Hope Church, Archbishop Wiggins brought historical connection and renewed vision — establishing the L.E.A.D. model (Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Academics, Discipleship) to guide Frontline's investment in the next generation.
Frontline Innovation Studios (FIS)
Bishop Wiggins launched FIS to 'awaken the genius' in students — exposing them to coding, robotics, 3D printing, virtual reality, digital media, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. This initiative became known as the “Place of Learning.”
Frontline Entrepreneurship Studios (FES)
FES was established as a launch point for founders, creators, technologists, and future builders — transforming untapped potential into scalable innovation, sustainable opportunity, and generational impact.
A coordinated education system
The Frontline Education Network unites Meridian Christian Academy and Preschool (Pre-K–8), the FaTaj Transition and Learning Center for autism and developmental support, and the newly renovated historic Frontline building — now a state-of-the-art school and EduNet Hub.
An enduring legacy, focused on the future
Frontline carries forward the vision first set in motion by C.R. Smith and strengthened by many hands — serving children, youth, and families with faith, innovation, and compassion, and equipping the next generation to thrive for generations to come.
The L.E.A.D. model
Established by Archbishop Allen Wiggins in 2013 — four pillars that define Frontline's purpose and guide its investment in the next generation.
Equipping the next generation to lead with conviction, character, and Christ-centered purpose.
Cultivating ownership, resilience, and pathways to sustainable, generational opportunity.
Building strong foundations through excellence in learning, technology, and formation.
Helping people recognize their God-given value, potential, and purpose.
Explore the work carrying the vision forward.
See how Frontline's initiatives continue a legacy of faith, service, and transformation.