Our vision for changing lives
Serving Christ and our neighbors in need
Our mission
To provide Christ-centered programs and services for individuals experiencing homelessness and those in need.
Our vision
To see every man, woman, and child we serve equipped to be productive citizens who enjoy lasting success in Christ.
Our history
Founded in 1893, Wheeler Mission is the oldest continuously operating ministry of its kind in the state of Indiana. Wheeler offers the Indianapolis and Bloomington communities emergency shelter, residential programming, addiction recovery, and work enterprise. Originally a small shelter for women called Door of Hope, Wheeler has expanded to 8 locations, dozens of ministries, a $22 million budget, and 200+ employees. While our programs and services have adapted to meet the ever-changing needs of our communities, we remain focused and unwavering in our commitment to Christ and the transformation that is possible through the Gospel.
The Crisis
Troubling statistics paint a dismal picture for many of Indiana’s residents.
- 15.7% of residents in Indianapolis live at or below poverty level (approximately 134,918 people).
- 30% of residents in Bloomington live at or below poverty level (approximately 64,705 people).
- Approximately 1,619 people in Indianapolis are experiencing homelessness.
A remarkable trajectory
In a typical year, Wheeler Mission
- Serves 414,610 meals
- Provides 258,366 nights of shelter
- Helps 11,864 men, women, and children
Annual Report
Learn more about our financials, community impact and accomplishments here.
Restoring lives throughout Indianapolis and Bloomington
Men’s Services
Shelter for Men (520 E. Market St., Indianapolis, IN 46204)
Men’s Residential Center (245 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis, IN 46204)
Center for Men (215 S. Westplex Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404)
Hunt Training Center (7790 N. Fish Rd., Bloomington, IN 47408)
Women’s Services
Center for Women & Children (3208 E Michigan St., Indianapolis, IN 46201)
Social Enterprises
Wheeler Mission Store ( 8640 E 96th Street, Fishers, IN 46037)
Donation Center (2730 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225)
Restored Creations (3208 E Michigan St., Indianapolis, IN 46201)
Wheeler Mission Pallets & Industry (7810 N. Fish Road, Bloomington, IN 47408)
Wheeler Mission’s – Indianapolis
Founded in 1893, Wheeler Mission is a holistic ministry that provides Christ-centered programs and services for people who are homeless and in need. Its dynamic and innovative programming addresses the root of each crisis and addiction, effectively advancing guests toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency. A fixture in Central Indiana, Wheeler is the largest and most diverse agency of its kind in the state and operates eight facilities throughout both Indianapolis and Bloomington. In 2023, Wheeler served 414,610 meals, and provided 258,366 nights of shelter. Beyond meeting basic needs, Wheeler Mission provides vital services such as addiction recovery, Christ-centered counseling, job and life skills training, adult education, mentorship, aftercare, and more. After more than 131 years of service, Wheeler’s vision remains “To see every man, woman, and child we serve equipped to be productive citizens who enjoy lasting success in Christ.”
Wheeler Mission – Bloomington
Founded in 1893, Wheeler Mission is a holistic ministry that provides Christ-centered programs and services for people who are homeless and in need. Its dynamic and innovative programming addresses the root of each crisis, effectively advancing guests toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency. A fixture in Indiana, Wheeler is the largest and most diverse agency of its kind in the state and operates eight facilities throughout both Indianapolis and Bloomington. Wheeler Mission’s main Bloomington shelter is the Center for Men. In 2023, Wheeler Mission-Bloomington assisted 1,180 men, served 71,425 meals, and provided 37,655 nights of shelter. For the Bloomington community, Wheeler Mission provides vital services such as Christ-centered counseling, job and life skills training, adult education, mentorship, aftercare, and more.
Your support changes lives!
Your generous gift empowers life-saving care for men, women, and children in our community, and opens the door for personal and spiritual transformation. Please help today!
$50/mo
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