Hope changes lives.

Hope starts here.

Hope

starts here.

Help and healing for struggling neighbors

Since 1893, we’ve been here to help... thanks to caring individuals like you.

homeless shelter program

You make our enduring legacy of help, hope, and healing possible!

Through the years, many things about our ministry have changed. As the needs of our neighbors continue, your generous support has helped us renovate and expand our facilities. We’ve gone beyond our humble beginnings to now serve thousands of men, women, and children each year!

While our world—and even Wheeler Mission—are ever changing, one thing remains the same: Our commitment to model Christ’s love and provide the help, hope, and healing that change lives.

Transforming Lives

Help, hope, and healing—in action!

Men’s Services

A Solid Foundation

Women’s Services

A Higher Ground

Bloomington Services

Building Futures

Shop to Change Lives

Homeless Services   •   Residential Programs   •   Addiction Recovery   •   Social Enterprises   •   For Men and Women

Your support changes lives

YOU can make help, hope, and healing possible in more lives across Central and South Central Indiana.

Stories of lives changed

Your support makes it possible!

Our Impact

Help, hope, and healing… made possible by you!

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volunteers served 28,510 hours…saving Wheeler Mission $906,627.54 in operations and staffing costs!

* Statistics from one year

Get Involved

You can make a difference for neighbors in need.

Become a monthly giver today!

Join our Circle of Hope monthly givers to help feed, shelter, and care for more people in our community, now and in the coming months. Your consistent support makes our ministry possible!

Donation drop-off locations

Share your donations of clean clothing and gently-used household items at a convenient location near you.

Immediate Needs

Help meet the most basic and essential needs of our struggling neighbors—from bus tickets to blankets, Bibles, and more. View our current needs list to see how you can help.

Volunteer

Take a hands-on approach to helping change lives! See current volunteer opportunities and sign up to serve today.

Upcoming Events

Come out to support one of our annual events! From our Drumstick Dash to local events throughout the year, we hope you’ll join us to support Wheeler’s life-changing work.

Strength in Our Streets
Strength In Our Streets is a one-day Indiana Fitness Competition that will host an estimated 40, 12 person teams (480 athletes) from CrossFit affiliates and various gyms across Indiana.

100% of the proceeds benefit the work of Wheeler Mission, Indiana’s largest homeless service provider.

Employment opportunities

Are you a compassionate person who is looking for a career that helps others? We’d love to hear from you! Learn about our current job and internship openings.

Let’s get social

Follow Wheeler Mission for the latest stories of transformation, current needs, and event updates in your feed!

Looking for a meaningful way to shop with purpose? Discover treasures and make a difference by supporting the Wheeler Mission Thrift Store!

Every purchase not only adds unique finds to your collection but also contributes to changing lives and fostering hope in our community. Join us in shopping for a cause and spreading kindness with every item you bring home. 🛍️

Learn more via the link in our bio.
A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing sponsors of the 2024 Drumstick Dash!

Your generosity and support have made a significant impact on our event, allowing us to make a difference in the lives of those in need. We truly appreciate your partnership and commitment to our community. 🦃🙏✨
Have you seen the new and exciting things on our Restored Creations website?

Our handcrafted soy blend candles not only bring light and warmth to your space but also help empower women in our long-term programs on their healing journey. Every candle represents a story of strength, resilience, and transformation.

Visit our new website today to explore our collection and support a cause that spreads love and encouragement: Link in bio!
The countdown is on!

Just ONE month until the 2024 Drumstick Dash – are you ready to dash for a cause? Lace-up your sneakers and get ready for an exciting event filled with running, fun, and giving back to the community! 🦃🏃‍♂️🍂

Register now via the link in our bio.
We are only a few days away from Winter Contingency at Wheeler Mission and Brian Crispin is here to show you how we are getting prepared!

We are excited about the lives that will be transformed this Winter at Wheeler. We want to thank you for your support and encourage you to help those in need via the link in our bio.
"Oh taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" - Psalm 34:8
Wheeler Mission is door number 1 for hundreds of people in crisis each Winter.

As the weather keeps getting colder, outdoor conditions become unpredictable and increasingly hazardous for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. With your help, we can make sure everyone who needs shelter and a hot meal, has it.

Together, we can turn this Winter into hope and safety for our neighbors in need. Start giving via the link in our bio.
Discover the magic of giving back by shopping at the Wheeler Mission Store!

Your purchases of gently-used clothing and household items directly impact lives in Central Indiana. Every dollar spent goes towards providing meals, job training, life skills, and shelter for those in need through Wheeler Mission.

Learn more & head to the store via the link in our bio.
Our staff is amazing at Wheeler Mission, and we want to spotlight those who work daily to help those impacted by homelessness in Indiana.

Meet Michael Lema, the new Director of the Shelter for Men. Michael felt called by God to come to Wheeler. He wishes people knew how large of an impact the Shelter for Men has on the homeless community.

Thank you for your hard work in the community and at Wheeler Mission, Michael.