Springfield Rescue Mission, Inc.
Springfield Rescue Mission, Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
The goal of the Springfield Rescue Mission (SRM), since 1892, is to meet the physical and spiritual needs of the hungry, homeless, addicted, and poor by introducing them to Christ and helping them to apply the word of God to every area of their lives.
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GUESTS ARE READY TO EMBRACE INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH A COMMUNITY-BASED SUPPORT NETWORK, GRADUATES ARE PROVIDED WITH COMMUNITY AVOCACY AND AFTERCARE PLANNING. ON A YEARLY BASIS HUNDREDS OF LIVES ARE TRANSFORMED THROUGH OUR RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM. ALL PROGRAM SERVICES ARE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE. THIS PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FISCAL SAVINGS AS WELL AS COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT. THEREFORE, RESIDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO HELP MAINTAIN THE MISSIONS' FACILITIES AND SERVICES TO OTHERS. THIS PROVIDES A STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT FOR EACH OF OUR RESIDENTS IN DEVELOPING NEW LIFE SKILLS AND FUTURE SUCCESS. EMMERGENCY SHELTER: EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM IS A PLACE WHERE MEN WHO ARE HOMELESS CAN FIND HOT MEALS AND SAFE REFUGE FROM WEATHER AND CITY STREETS. ANY GUEST MAY REQUEST CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, APPLY FOR OTHER MISSION PROGRAMS, AND RECEIVE OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN MISSION SPONSORED ACTIVITIES. OPERATION SONSHINE-MEALS PROGRAM: MANY PEOPLE DO NOT HAVE THE MEANS TO BOTH PAY MONTHLY BILLS AND TO FEED THEIR FAMILIES. AS A RESULT, THEY FALL BEHIND ON THEIR RENT AND UTILITIES BILLS, AND EVENTUALLY RISK LOSING THEIR HOME. OUR COMMUNITY MEALS, FOOD AND CLOTHING SERVICE PROGRAMS FEED AND CLOTHE FAMILIES AND EASE FINANCIAL STRAINS SO OUR NEIGHBORS MAY STRECH ALREADY THIN RESOURCES TO PAY RENT AND MAINTAIN A STABLE LIVING SITUATION. THROUGH OUR OPERATION SONSHINE PROGRAM, RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM AND FOOD PANTRY, THE MISSION SERVES OVER 100,000 MEALS EACH YEAR. MINISTRY ABD SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT: THROUGH THE MISSIONS SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM THE HEALING POWER OF GOD'S LOVE CAN TRANSFORM LIVES IN A MEANINGFUL AND LASTING WAY. A NETWORK OF RESOURCES IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE SEEKING SPIRITUAL COUNCIL. OUR GUESTS PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL CHURCH SERVICES, BIBLE STUDY CLASSES, AND DEVELOP SPIRITUAL MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS ON THEIR JOUTNEY THROUGH FORGIVENESS, ACCEPTANCE AND REBUILDING. EMPLOYMENT AND SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT: THROUGH THE MISSIONS SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM THE HEALING POWER OF GOD'S LOVE CAN TRANSFORM LIVES IN A MEANINGFUL AND LASTING WAY. A NETWORK OF RESOURCES IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE SEEKING SPIRITUAL COUNCIL. OUR GUESTS PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL CHURCH SERVICES, BIBLE STUDY CLASSES, AND DEVELOP SPIRITUAL MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS ON THEIR JOURNEY THROUGH FORGIVENESS, ACCEPTANCE AND REBUILDING. EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION PROGRAM: OUR EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE MISSION PROGRAM MEMBERS WITH THE EFFECTIVE TRAINING NECESSARY FOR THEM TO SUCCESSFULLY BECOME PART OF THE WORKFORCE. WE TEACH AND DEVELOP WORK ETHICS AS SKILLS, COPING ABILITIES, POSITIVE ATTITUDES AND SELF CONFIDENCE TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN TODAYS EMPLOYMENT ENVIRONMENT. THE MISSIONS LEARNING CENTER IS A COMPUTER BASED LEARNING PROGRAM ASSESSING RESIDENT LEARNING LEVEL AND AIDING IN RESUME, JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW SKILLS, AND IF NEEDED, FURTHER EDUCATION TO FIND LONG-TERM EMPLOYMENT FOR SUSTAINED INDEPENDENCE.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The filing outlines the non-profit's goal as “The goal of the springfield rescue mission since 1892 has been to meet the physical and spiritual needs of the hungry, homeless, addicted, and poor by introducing them to christ and helping them apply the word of god to every area of their lives.”.
When explaining its purpose, the activities were outlined as: “The mission's primary task is to present the gospel of jesus christ according to god's word (the bible) to those we serve. to aid the homeless, addicted, and poor of greater springfield to productive lives by assisting individuals in confronting the root causes of homelessness. to this end, the mission provides basic life needs such as food, shelter, and life skill training programs. the goal is to provide the homeless and poor with the support, training, and resources necessary to become productive citizens and apply the word of god to every area of their lives.”.
- As per legal reporting requirements, the state of operation for the non-profit is MA.
- The non-profit's address for 2020 is listed as 432 S BRANCH PARKWAY, SPRINGFIELD, MA, 01118 in the filing.
- As per the non-profit's form, they have 35 employees as of 2020.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $39,085.
- The CEO compensation package within the organization is determined through a review and endorsement by a neutral party.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 6 independent voting members.
- The organization has a professional fund raiser.
- The organization was formed in 1954.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $1,080,512 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $486,011 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.
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