This story is shared by William Bumphus, Director of Wheeler Mission's Shelter for Men. People come and go, especially in this cold. It’s Winter Contingency at Wheeler Mission. And right now, our Shelter for Men (SFM) hosts upwards of 500 men every night. For thousands in Indianapolis,...
Dear Wheeler Mission, In this envelope there is $100. I earned this by baby sitting my 6-year-old neighbor before school every morning. I want to give you this so you can help more people in need. Sincerely, Katie An honor to steward. Isn't this heartwarming? I've had the pleasure of...
A word from Rick. One of my favorite parts of my job is meeting Wheeler's volunteers, supporters, and friends. People join us for so many reasons: perhaps a loved one was helped at Wheeler, they've been touched by our mission to serve their neighbors, or maybe...
The ministry at Wheeler's Center for Women & Children (CWC) would not be possible without its dedicated volunteers. Volunteers get front row seats to the joy, pain, milestones, setbacks, and miracles that happen every day inside the CWC. Our volunteers are valued partners, friends, and allies --...
Remember homelessness and hunger this Thanksgiving. This week, days before Thanksgiving, is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. I typically don’t take notice to national weeks or months, but this one in particular grabbed my attention. Thanksgiving is a season to acknowledge many blessings, gather with family and loved...
Just the start When men, women, and children first come to Wheeler Mission, usually the first way we provide help and hope is with a warm meal. It's after the most basic needs are met that we can begin addressing the emotional and spiritual needs of...
Material Gifts We regularly get asked about practical ways for individuals and groups to serve Wheeler Mission -- and we're so grateful! Clothing and food donations are always in high demand, as meeting our guests' immediate needs often paves the way for us to address deeper...