Dave Washburn played football at Northwestern College in Minnesota and transferred after his Freshman year to Azusa Pacific where he continued to play football and throw hammer for the track team, graduating in 1989.
Before entering full time ministry with FCA in 2007, Dave served the Lord in the field of education for 18 years and
was a varsity football coach for 10 years along with track, soccer and strength and conditioning.
Dave his wife Suzanne and their 3 daughters and live in Bakersfield, California and serve the students and coaches of Kern County. Dave currently oversees 18 huddles, and works with coaches, students and community leaders to take the gospel of Jesus Christ to a hungry community.
Our Vision, Mission, and Values
Vision
To see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.
Mission
To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.
Values
Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.
Strategy
We pursue our vision and mission through the strategy of to and through the coach.
Our Core Values
Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.
Integrity
We will demonstrate Christ-like wholeness, privately, and publicly.
Proverbs 11:3
Serving
We will model Jesus’ example of serving.
John 13:1-17
Teamwork
We will express our unity in Christ in all our relationships.
Philippians 2:1-4
Excellence
We will honor and glorify God in all we do.
Colossians 3:23-24
Great Ways to Get Involved
FCA has a variety of opportunities to join our team
Huddles
A certified small group bible study/devotion for coaches and athletes.
A certified ministry event that uses the annual theme and scripture for athletes and coaches to develop athletic skills, create influential relationships and encounter Jesus Christ.
The Green Family Foundation is a partnership with FCA Nevada to provide power camps, resources, outreach community efforts, and encourage the development of physical and cognitive skills necessary to lead a balanced and wholesome life.
We believe and know what the Power and Love of Jesus Christ can do. We aspire to be a positive force in communities by helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve their dreams.