Who We Are
On God's Great Gulf of Mexico;
A Sanctuary by the Sea
Gulfside Association, Inc., more commonly known as Gulfside Assembly, is a 501c3 organization founded in 1923 by Robert Elijah Jones, the first African American Bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
Based on the Chautauqua pillars of faith, education, recreation, and culture, our mission is to serve as a “Partner in Advocacy” to underserved and marginalized people and communities.
Our Board of Directors are committed to the mission and future of Gulfside. They are diverse and ecumenical with many committed because they have had the “Gulfside Experience.”
Looking Forward
We Want this Future
Today Gulfside stands as a vibrant testament to resilience, beaming with prospects for the future. We envision Gulfside growing its current ministries. Expanding to create serene meditation spaces, vibrant recreational areas, and a ministry center capable of hosting retreats, family reunions, and worship services.
Serving Together
Partnerships in Advocacy
Partner relationships have been formed with community organizations in alignment with our mission. Through these partnerships, Gulfside leads the way in forming strong alliances and impactful programs.
Serving Together
Our Affiliates
Our Award Winning Documentary
The Gulfside Assembly Story
The Gulfside Assembly Story is an award-winning documentary chronicling a century of courage, faith, and resilience of Gulfside Assembly in Waveland, Mississippi. This documentary has been accepted for national broadcast on PBS, and we are seeking sponsorship partners to raise $175,000+ to bring this powerful story to millions of viewers across America.
This is more than a documentary. It's a testament to the power of sanctuary in the face of oppression, the strength of community during segregation, and the enduring legacy of a place that forever changed and continues to change lives.
