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Wheeler’s History
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The Mission is founded under the name Door of Hope. It’s led by a hardware salesman, William V. Wheeler, who volunteers his time.
1893 |
William Wheeler dies, and organization is renamed in his honor.
1908 |
Present building built at 245 North Delaware Street.
1929 |
Wheeler’s own camp (later named Camp Hunt) opens.
1959 |
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Wheeler establishes a Day Room: the first place in the city where the homeless were welcome during the day.
1988 |
Wheeler transforms the Dearborn Hotel on Michigan Street into a Youth and Family Center, named that John D. Hughes Community Center.
1991-1994 |
Wheeler’s landmark shelter for men re-opens after a complete renovation and an expansion.
1998 |
Wheeler Mission Ministries and The Care Center merge.
2001 |
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Wheeler purchases adjacent building. The new annex will provide additional space for men on Wheeler’s program.
2002 |
In January, Wheeler provides more lodgings than ever before, breaking records set in the Great Depression.
2003 |
In September, Wheeler merges with Lighthouse Mission to enhance the programs offered for homeless men.
2006 |
In January, the Care Center moves to a new building and is renamed to the Center for Women and Children.
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