Missions Inc. Programs

What Missions Inc. Programs does

Missions Inc. Programs is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization that provides a continuum of housing, shelter, withdrawal management, skilled nursing, and advocacy services to two primary populations: survivors of domestic violence and individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Founded in 1895 (formerly Union City Mission, renamed in 1994), the organization operates nine program sites across Plymouth, St. Paul, and St. Louis Park, including Home Free Shelter (24-hour domestic violence emergency shelter), Home Free Community Program (legal advocacy, transportation, culturally-specific services including for immigrants), the Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center (clinically managed detox for ages 13+), five supportive housing facilities (Hart House, Mission Lodge, Smith Lodge, Bickham Court, Mission Heights), and Mission Nursing Home (a VA-designated skilled nursing facility for men with complex health, mental health, and chemical dependency needs). Mission Nursing Home holds a VA Community Nursing Home designation, and the organization is licensed for state withdrawal management services and contracted with Hennepin County.

The organization is funded through a diversified nonprofit revenue model rather than client fees: foundation grants (Otto Bremer Trust, WCA Foundation, Medica Foundation, Boston Scientific, RedRover), state and federal government contracts (MN Department of Public Safety, Hennepin County, federal programs), individual donations and annual fundraising events (including "Making it Possible"), and reimbursement through the VA nursing home designation. It holds a Charity Navigator four-star rating, Guidestar Platinum Seal, and Charities Review Council approval. With nearly 200 employees serving over 3,000 clients annually, the organization delivers services at no cost to clients and depends on its coalition relationships (Violence Free Minnesota, Minnesota Recovery Connection, Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless) for referrals and policy advocacy.

The organization's central differentiator is its historical role in establishing what is known as the Minnesota Model of chemical dependency treatment, alongside integrated DV/SUD programming that few peers offer under one roof. Recent strategic posture emphasizes harm reduction (Naloxone Access Point, Opioid Overdose Prevention Project with Steve Rummler HOPE Network and Medica Foundation), culturally-specific services for immigrant and BIPOC populations, and the first formal integration between domestic violence and substance use programs (2024 WCA Foundation grant). Distribution remains regional — Twin Cities metro only — with no disclosed geographic expansion strategy.

Name

Missions Inc. Programs

Legal name

Missions Inc. Programs

Website

https://missionsinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1895

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Missions Inc. Programs is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating emergency shelter, supportive housing, withdrawal management, and skilled nursing services for domestic abuse survivors and individuals recovering from substance use disorders across nine program sites in the Twin Cities metro.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Social Services

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Temporary Shelters (624221), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051)

akta.pro primary industry

Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD), Faith-Based / Nonprofit Assisted Living Providers (HLADABAH)

Keywords

• Emergency shelter services
• Substance use treatment
• Supportive housing programs
• Domestic violence services
• Addiction recovery housing

Headquarters

HQ city

Plymouth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: The organization raises funds through direct donations, annual fundraising events (Making it Possible), and individual giving programs. Donations support resident activities, program improvements, and operational costs.
2. Government Grants and Contracts: Funded through grants from the MN Department of Public Safety, federal programs, and county contracts for domestic violence services, substance use treatment, and housing support. Funding from Otto Bremer Trust ($20,000) and WCA Foundation ($26,058) supports specific programs.
3. Third-Party Foundation Grants: Received grants from Medica Foundation for opioid overdose prevention, WCA Foundation for domestic violence and substance use integration, and Boston Scientific for recreational facilities. These are project-specific grants supporting particular initiatives.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Missions Inc. Programs is a Minnesota nonprofit social services organization that delivers housing, emergency shelter, and supportive services to domestic abuse survivors and individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Its offerings span the Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center, multiple supportive housing residences (Hart House, Mission Lodge, Smith Lodge, Mission Heights, Bickham Court), the Home Free Shelter and Home Free Community Program, Mission Nursing Home, and a Naloxone Access Point.

Product overview

Missions Inc. Programs is a nonprofit social services organization offering a coordinated portfolio of housing, shelter, and supportive services for domestic abuse survivors and individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. The organization operates multiple residential programs including Home Free Shelter and Home Free Community Program for domestic violence survivors, and several supportive housing facilities (Hart House, Mission Lodge, Smith Lodge, Bickham Court, Mission Heights) for individuals in recovery. Clinical services include the Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center for medically monitored detoxification and Mission Nursing Home for skilled nursing care. Harm reduction services include a Naloxone Access Point and an Opioid Overdose Prevention Project. These programs work together to provide a continuum of care from crisis intervention through long-term recovery support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home Free Shelter Provides immediate safe shelter and emergency assistance for domestic violence survivors, offering 24-hour crisis support.
• Home Free Community Program (including Home Free Immigrant Program) Provides advocacy to help domestic abuse survivors navigate the legal system, access culturally-specific assistance, transportation, and accompaniment to appointments.
• Meredith Hart House Supportive housing program for women in recovery from substance use disorders, providing a safe community for healing and transformation, located in St. Paul, MN.
• Mission Lodge Supportive housing for individuals in recovery, offering assistance accessing primary and mental health care, on-site AA and NA meetings, and transportation to medical and supportive services.
• Smith Lodge Supportive housing program for individuals in recovery, providing access to health care, AA and NA meetings, and transportation services.
• Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center Provides clinically managed withdrawal management for people over the age of 13 experiencing intoxication or withdrawal from alcohol or other drugs; accessed via phone (763.559.1402) or online intake form.
• Mission Nursing Home Provides skilled nursing services, social activities, therapy, and nutrition services to men with complex health conditions including mental health and chemical/behavioral health issues.
• Bickham Court Supportive housing program located in St. Louis Park, MN, serving individuals in recovery.
• Mission Heights Supportive Housing Supportive housing program providing assistance with accessing primary and mental health care for individuals in recovery.
• Naloxone Access Point Provides free, publicly accessible naloxone kits and fentanyl test strips in collaboration with the Steve Rummler HOPE Network as part of opioid overdose prevention efforts.
• Opioid Overdose Prevention Project Pilot project focused on opioid overdose prevention and intervention, including community outreach, education, naloxone distribution, and listening sessions with stakeholders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves over 3,000 clients annually with nearly 200 employees
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Steve Rummler HOPE NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMissions Inc. became a Naloxone Access Point (NAP) in collaboration with the Steve Rummler HOPE Network. As a NAP, the organization offers publicly accessible naloxone kits and fentanyl test strips free of charge. Kits are available at the Administration Office Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. This partnership enables distribution of life-saving opioid overdose reversal supplies to the community.
• Gotta Go Gotta ThrowminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGotta Go Gotta Throw donated concrete, basket locks, wood for tee boxes, and labor for the disc golf course installation on the Plymouth campus. The organization partnered with Missions Inc. to create recreational opportunities for residents.
• Minnesota Frisbee AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinnesota Frisbee Association donated concrete, basket locks, wood for tee boxes, and labor for the disc golf course installation on the Plymouth campus. The partnership supports resident wellness and recreation.
• Violence Free MinnesotacoreOthersCoalition membership connecting Missions Inc. to the statewide domestic violence services network. Membership enables advocacy, resource sharing, and positioning as a trusted provider in Minnesota's domestic violence response system.
• Minnesota Recovery ConnectioncoreOthersCoalition membership linking Missions Inc. to the Minnesota recovery community. Supports advocacy for substance use treatment and recovery services, and connects clients to broader recovery resources.
• Minnesota Coalition for the HomelesscoreOthersCoalition membership supporting advocacy for homeless services and housing stability. Membership connects Missions Inc. to the broader homeless services continuum and enables participation in policy advocacy at the state level.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: National crisis hotline and resource directory for domestic violence survivors. Operates a 24/7 hotline paralleling Missions Inc.'s Home Free crisis line and serves overlapping survivor populations across the U.S.
• The Salvation Army Northern Division (Twin Cities): National faith-based nonprofit with significant Twin Cities presence operating adult rehabilitation programs, emergency shelters, and supportive housing for similar populations. Larger scale and broader geographic reach than Missions Inc.

Direct peers

• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: Major Minnesota-based addiction treatment provider directly connected to Missions Inc.'s history (Hazelden acquired Pioneer House from Missions Inc. in 1981). Both operate the Minnesota Model of chemical dependency treatment and serve overlapping recovery populations in the Twin Cities.
• Volunteers of America Minnesota: Regional nonprofit operating supportive housing, recovery programs, and services for people experiencing homelessness or chemical dependency in Minnesota. Competes for the same Hennepin County and state contracts.
• Simpson Housing Services: Minneapolis-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive housing for adults experiencing homelessness. Direct peer in the Twin Cities shelter and housing continuum.
• Tubman: Twin Cities-based nonprofit providing shelter, advocacy, and support for domestic violence survivors, with culturally specific services. Direct competitor in the domestic violence services space and fellow coalition member under Violence Free Minnesota.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis: Large regional nonprofit providing emergency shelter, housing, chemical dependency programs, and social services across the Twin Cities. Directly comparable service mix (shelter, recovery, supportive housing) and overlapping government/foundation funding sources.

Regional players

• People Serving People: Largest emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities. Comparable shelter-based service model and Twin Cities operating geography.

Emerging players

• Minnesota Recovery Connection: Statewide peer recovery organization with which Missions Inc. holds coalition membership. Comparable recovery community focus but operates as an advocacy/membership body rather than direct service provider.

Others

• Pride Institute / Park House: Minnesota-based mental health and recovery provider offering residential and outpatient services. Adjacent peer in the Twin Cities recovery and behavioral health ecosystem serving some overlapping populations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/missionsinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/missionsinc
• Instagraminstagram.com/missionsincprog
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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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