Finding a brotherhood of men who will sharpen your faith and hold you accountable is one of the deepest needs in the Christian life — and that's exactly what Promise Keepers was built to provide.^1
Promise Keepers is a free digital community platform for the historic men's ministry founded by Coach Bill McCartney in 1990.^2 The ministry has transitioned from its mobile app to a new web-based PK Digital Community — an all-in-one hub where men can connect through groups, share discussions and prayer requests, and access a growing library of devotionals, video sermons, Bible study content, and e-courses from vetted Christian leaders.^3
The ministry's story is one of the most remarkable in modern church history. What started with 72 men in Boulder, Colorado grew into stadium rallies that drew over a million men, culminating in the legendary "Stand in the Gap" gathering on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on October 4, 1997.^2 After years of quieter activity, Promise Keepers experienced a resurgence under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Shane Winnings, a military veteran, former law enforcement officer, preacher, and author who took the helm in January 2024.^4 Founder Coach Bill McCartney passed away on January 10, 2025, at age 84.^5
The ministry now runs "Wake-Up Call" men's conferences across the country and an "America Needs Godly Men — Prove Me Wrong" college campus tour that's sparking conversations about faith and manhood on university campuses nationwide.^6 In 2025–2026, Promise Keepers also launched its "Make Dads Great Again" campaign addressing the crisis of fatherlessness in America.^3
Why Christians Love It"The first time I heard of Promise Keepers was in 2021 conference in Arlington, TX. In that conference I gave my life to God. My life has changed a lot. I downloaded this app and it has been a Blessing to me ever since. I recommend this app to any man that wants to get closer to God."^7
"The PK App has become an important part of my daily walk with HIM. Inspirational content and great discussions, friendships and a great accountability partner in my daily walk."^7
"PK offered me answers for my life as a man, father, husband that I could not easily access in the local church."^6
Notable- Promise Keepers has been endorsed by Franklin Graham, who said the ministry "has been ministering biblical truth to men for some 31 years, and has had a tremendous impact on so many lives."^8
- The organization is headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, and has expanded internationally with branches in Canada and New Zealand.^2
- Shane Winnings hosts a weekly "Overcomers" study group and produces a Bible-in-a-year reading plan.^9
- A college student texted his mom after attending a campus event: "Every lesson you've been trying to hammer into me since forever was explained so so clearly through his words."^6
