What We Do

A Legacy of Life Transformation

Beginning as a humble soup kitchen and homeless shelter in Downtown Fresno, the Mission has grown into one of the Central Valley’s largest faith-based nonprofits. While our reach has expanded to five campuses, with over 150 employees and 1,500 dedicated volunteers, our heart remains focused and unwavering. We’re still driven by our same founding mission to rescue, restore, and empower lives through Christ-centered communities of transformation. Our growth has only deepened our commitment to serve and to rely on the partnership of our community.
Daily Services

Dignity and care, every single day

  • Meals & Shelter
  • Case Management
  • Chapel & Spiritual Guidance
Crisis Housing

Programmatic Housing for:

  • Men
  • Women
  • Families
  • Youth
Programs

Pathways to transformation, beyond relief

  • Recovery Programs
  • Counseling & Support
  • Education Opportunities
  • Job Training
Social Enterprises

Businesses that change lives and sustain hope

  • Mission Thrift
  • Mission Auto
  • EZ47 Coffee Shop
  • Catering Services

Daily Services

Because of the generosity of our community, the Fresno Mission is able to provide food and offer outreach for families in need as part of our ministries. Our desire is to provide a simple meal and build relationships with people.

Food Services

Our Food Services are here to provide nourishment and hope to those in need. They receive not only a meal, but also a sense of dignity and care.

Chapel Services

We offer daily chapel services for spiritual support, prayer, worship, and reconnecting with a God who loves them, no matter who they are.

Need help navigating our emergency services, programs, and temporary or permanent residential options? Connect with our Community Care team.

Emergency Housing

Our mission is to serve the homeless men, women, and children in our community. Our collection of caring services is tailored to meet the needs of every one of these people.

Crisis Center

We help people in need identify the best next step they can take in life, and then guide them in taking it. Our services help people find resources, reconnection, and any other aid they may need.

Recovery Programs

Men's Academy

The Academy provides rehabilitation, work therapy, and career development for men whose lives have been broken by homelessness and other hardships.

Rescue The Children

At Rescue the Children, women find the support they need to rebuild their lives, while their children receive care and education in a nurturing setting.

Get Help Now

If you or someone you know is in need, the Fresno Mission is here for you. We offer a safe haven and a range of services designed to meet immediate needs and support long-term recovery. Whether you need a place to stay, a warm meal, help with an addiction, or guidance to rebuild your life, our doors are open to you.

Through our doors, you’ll find compassionate care, support, and the resources you need to start your journey toward a brighter future.

Mission Industries

Social Enterprises

Mission Thrift

We take your new or slightly used items and put them to valuable use. Your donations enrich our ability to care for our whole community.

Mission Auto

We turn donated cars into opportunities—providing training for valuable skills, opportunities for jobs, and funding for our ministry.

EZ47 Coffee Shop

Operated as part of the Fresno Mission’s social enterprise initiative, every purchase at EZ47 supports our mission to Rescue, Restore, and Empower.

Career Pathways

By providing job training and employment opportunities, Career Pathways helps people gain the skills and experience they need for long-term success in their lives.

Food Service Catering Services

Here, we offer vocational training opportunities alongside meals for our community, including the men, women, and children in our programs.

Get Involved

As a community of Christ followers, we are called to serve one another by using our God-given time and talents. At the Fresno Mission, there are many ways you can answer this call. Whether you choose to volunteer, donate, or partner with us, your involvement plays a vital role in helping us Rescue, Restore, and Empower those in need. From serving meals to providing mentorship, every contribution makes a meaningful impact on our community.

Donate

Making a monetary donation is one of the most simple and impactful ways to support the Fresno Mission and be a part of everything we do.

Volunteer

When you volunteer at one of our five campuses, you’re not just giving your time – you’re extending the impact of every donation dollar, enabling us to reach even more of those in need.