The Mission

Welcome to The Baby Shower Mission.

Every life is a precious gift that begins at conception. Every family deserves support, love, and hope.

Our mission is simple yet profound: to save lives, foster positive growth, and create a culture that values and protects the sanctity of life.

The Vision

We understand the challenges faced by mothers, fathers, and families in today’s world, and we are here to stand in the gap, providing the guidance, resources, education, and Christ-centered care needed to thrive.

We envision a world where:

  • Every child is celebrated and given the opportunity to live and flourish.

  • Mothers and fathers are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and encouragement to embrace their natural roles confidently.

  • Communities come together to support families, foster strong leadership, and nurture a culture of life and love.

What We Do

At The Baby Shower Mission, we:

  • Support Mothers: Through conversations, resources, and tangible aid, we empower women to choose life and build a better future.

  • Equip Fathers: We believe strong families need strong fathers. Our programs inspire and equip men to lead, protect, and provide.

  • Educate and Empower: Beyond immediate assistance, we teach families essential life skills, including financial literacy, parenting, and leadership, ensuring long-term success and self-sufficient households.

  • Foster a Christ-Centered Culture: While welcoming people from all walks of life, we remain grounded in values of compassion, humility, and love inspired by Christ.

How We Are Different

We help families in the moment and guide them toward a lifetime of success. By offering resources, education, and mentorship, we empower families to break cycles of struggle and choose to build a brighter future for themselves and their children.

Join Us

Whether you’re here to support our mission, become a partner, or join our team, we are thrilled to have you on this journey with us. Together, we will create a movement that celebrates life, strengthens families, and inspires hope.

The Baby Shower Mission: Building stronger families one life at a time.™

The Team

  • Mark M. Smeltzer

    Co-Founder, CEO, Chairman

    Mark’s pro-life journey started pre-birth. His birth mom was given the option of an abortion. *Spoiler Alert* She declined. The story of how Mark ended up with his mom and dad is one worth hearing and sharing. Mark believes expecting moms should choose as his birth mom did - to choose the gift of life from God.

    Mark has a background as a storyteller, actor, writer, director, and executive producer. Live stage performances led him to pursue a career as a full-time actor in Hollywood. When Mark discovered the demonic presences and agendas being pushed on that side of the industry, he decided to turn his passions into his purpose by pursuing the production of Christ-centered content.

  • Shelby Smeltzer

    Co-Founder, President, Board Member

    Shelby Smeltzer is an actress, writer, and producer with over a decade of experience in the film industry. Her notable credits include Ink Master, Motherless Brooklyn, Gotham, Villains, and red carpet coverage for the Academy Awards, Grammys, and AMAs.

    Shelby holds a BS in Entertainment Business from The Los Angeles Film School. After a high-risk pregnancy with her first daughter, Shelby embraced a pro-life stance and is now focused on producing more conservative films.

  • Kathy Sloan

    Relationship Builder, Board Member