Bethlehem Inn

What Bethlehem Inn does

Bethlehem Inn is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit emergency shelter serving adults and families experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon. Founded in 1999 and headquartered at 20363 Mervin Sampels Road, Bend, Oregon (Tax ID 93-1323419), the organization operates three core programs: the Next Steps™ Adult Program with capacity for up to 112 single adults featuring high-barrier, accountability-based services including drug and alcohol testing and curfew policies; the Families First™ Program providing ten family units with private bedrooms, dedicated family dining, on-site play structure, and school transportation for children; and the BIRCH (Bethlehem Inn Redmond Community Housing) supportive housing program at 517 NW Birch Ave in Redmond targeting adults ready for continued supportive housing across four dimensions of self-sufficiency. The organization serves over 2,000 individuals annually, provides more than 108,000 meals per year, and operates without charging residents any fees.

The organization's revenue model is entirely philanthropic plus a small earned-income stream: it accepts monetary donations (with suggested gifts ranging from $33/night for one adult to $1,200/night for ten families), in-kind donations of clothing and household goods via an Amazon Wish List, IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions up to $100,000, appreciated stock transfers through SEI Private Trust, and vehicle donations through CARS. Corporate sponsorships are tiered from $500 (Circle of Compassion) to $10,000 (Circle of Independence). A wholly-owned subsidiary, Grace & Goods Thrift Boutique in Redmond (214 NW 6th St), generates earned income through curated resale of donated goods. The organization has no proprietary technology platform; its digital infrastructure is limited to standard third-party tools — VOMO for volunteer management, eTapestry for newsletters, and basic web/donation processing.

The go-to-market and operating model is community-led: Bethlehem Inn relies on individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundation grants (e.g., a $10,000 grant from Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation in 2022), volunteer labor, and a 70+ partner agency ecosystem spanning healthcare (St. Charles Hospital, Mosaic Medical, Volunteers in Medicine), behavioral health (BestCare Treatment Services, Deschutes County Behavioral Health), housing (Housing Works, Oxford House), education (Central Oregon Community College, Oregon State University Cascades), and government (Deschutes County, Oregon DHS, Oregon Employment Department) to deliver a continuum of medical, mental health, employment, legal, and housing services to residents at no cost. Marketing is conducted primarily through organic social (Facebook, Instagram), email newsletters, content including 'Stories of Hope' resident testimonials, a virtual tour, and annual fundraising events including Spotlight on Homelessness.

Name

Bethlehem Inn

Legal name

Bethlehem Inn

Website

https://bethleheminn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bethlehem Inn is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit emergency shelter in Central Oregon operating the Next Steps adult program (112 beds), Families First program (10 family units), and BIRCH supportive housing program across Bend and Redmond, serving 2,000+ individuals and providing over 108,000 meals annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Emergency Shelter and Homeless Services

NAICS

Temporary Shelters (624221), Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emergency Shelter, Camp Management & Non-Food Items (NFI) (BPAGAAAC), Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Emergency shelter services
• Homeless services
• Supportive housing
• Case management
• Community meals

Headquarters

HQ city

Bend

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Monetary Donations: The organization relies heavily on community donations including one-time and recurring monetary gifts, with specific suggested donation amounts ($33/night for one adult, $120/night for one family, $990/night for 30 adults, $1,200/night for ten families). Donors can give online, by check, or through stock transfers.
2. Stock Donations: Accepts appreciated securities as donations, offering donors tax advantages including elimination of capital gains tax and allowing them to claim market value of securities. Transfer instructions provided with SEI Private Trust account.
3. IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions: Accepts Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) from IRA accounts for donors age 70.5+, up to $100,000 annually. This provides tax benefits by excluding QCD from taxable income while counting toward RMD.
4. In-Kind Donations: Accepts physical goods including clothing, hygiene products, food, bedding, and seasonal items. Donations accepted Monday-Friday 9am-4pm. Amazon Wish List available for direct shipping of needed items.
5. Vehicle Donations: Accepts cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, or RVs through CARS program with free pickup provided. Tax receipts given; non-running vehicles accepted.
6. Corporate Sponsorships: Partners with local businesses and organizations as community sponsors. Sponsorship tiers available for events including Circle of Independence ($10,000), Circle of Stability ($5,000), Circle of Hope ($2,500), Circle of Friendship ($1,000), and Circle of Compassion ($500).
7. Grace & Goods Thrift Boutique: Operates a curated thrift store in Redmond, OR (214 NW 6th St) open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm. Proceeds support Bethlehem Inn's mission. Accepts curated donations during business hours.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Bethlehem Inn operates community-supported, high-barrier emergency shelters providing overnight accommodation, three daily meals, case management, and supportive services to adults and families experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon. The organization runs two shelter facilities in Bend and Redmond offering three distinct programs: Next Steps adult emergency shelter (up to 112 beds), Families First family shelter (10 units), and BIRCH adult supportive housing. All shelter, meals, and case management services are provided at no cost to residents and are sustained through charitable donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, and a thrift boutique.

Product overview

Bethlehem Inn operates as a community-supported high-barrier emergency shelter providing shelter, meals, and case management services to adults and children experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon. The organization offers three core shelter programs: Next Steps™ Adult Program for single adults (accommodating up to 112 individuals), Families First™ Program for families with children (10 family units), and BIRCH Adult Program for supportive housing in Redmond. Related offerings include the Grace & Goods Thrift Boutique retail program and the Blue Bag community food donation initiative. All programs provide shelter, three daily meals, case management, access to hygiene products and clothing, and referrals to community resources within a dignified, accountable environment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Grace & Goods Thrift Boutique: A curated thrift boutique in Redmond, OR that supports the mission of Bethlehem Inn through retail operations.
• BIRCH (Bethlehem Inn Redmond Community Housing)

Products and services

• Next Steps™ Adult Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves over 2,000 individuals experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon each year
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BestCare Treatment CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing behavioral health and treatment services to Bethlehem Inn residents transitioning from crisis to stability.
• Central Oregon Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner providing access to college programs and educational opportunities for residents working toward self-sufficiency.
• Central Oregon Veterans Outreach (COVO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing specialized services and support for homeless veterans accessing shelter services.
• Deschutes CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty government partner providing essential services, funding support, and collaborative programs for homeless services.
• Deschutes County Behavioral HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty behavioral health agency providing mental health services and support for shelter residents.
• NeighborImpactcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity action agency providing comprehensive services including housing, energy assistance, and family support programs.
• Housing WorkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing services partner helping residents transition from shelter to stable permanent housing.
• Mosaic MedicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing medical services to shelter residents through on-site or referral-based care.
• Oregon State Dept. of Human ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing benefits assistance, employment services, and support programs for residents.
• Oregon State Employment Dept.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState employment agency providing job training, placement services, and career development support for residents.
• Oregon State University CascadesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigher education partner providing educational opportunities and potential student involvement in shelter programs.
• St. Charles HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing medical services and health resources for shelter residents.
• Volunteers in MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree clinic partner providing healthcare services to uninsured and underinsured shelter residents.
• Family Access NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily services agency providing support and resources for families with children staying at the shelter.
• KIDS CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChild abuse intervention center providing services and support for children experiencing trauma and homelessness.
• Oxford HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSober living transitional housing partner for residents completing shelter programs.
• Pfeifer & AssociatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegal services partner providing professional services to shelter residents.
• Homeless Leadership CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional coalition coordinating homeless services and conducting annual point-in-time counts across Central Oregon.
• Central Oregon Radiology AssociatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate sponsor providing radiology and medical imaging services or support for shelter residents.
• Republic ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate sponsor providing waste management and recycling services support for shelter operations.
• Summit BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate sponsor providing banking and financial services support for nonprofit operations.
• BASX SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting shelter operations through employee giving or corporate donations.
• BigFoot BeveragesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal business sponsor providing beverage donations for shelter meals and events.
• Brooks ResourcesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal real estate and business sponsor supporting homeless services in Central Oregon.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Union Gospel Mission: Pacific Northwest nonprofit operating emergency shelters, meal programs, and recovery services across multiple locations. Comparable multi-program shelter model with similar dependency on donated goods, volunteer labor, and faith-informed accountability frameworks.
• LA Family Housing: Los Angeles-based nonprofit operating emergency, interim, and permanent supportive housing programs for families and individuals experiencing homelessness. Comparable multi-tiered shelter model (emergency through supportive housing) with case management and comprehensive partnerships.
• Shepherd's House Ministries: Bend, Oregon-based nonprofit offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, and addiction recovery programs for men, women, and families experiencing homelessness. Directly comparable as a Central Oregon high-barrier shelter with similar accountability-based program model and shared regional partner ecosystem.
• Central City Concern: Portland-based nonprofit offering integrated housing, healthcare, and employment services for people experiencing homelessness and addiction. Comparable comprehensive wraparound service model combining emergency shelter, supportive housing, and case management with strong healthcare partnerships.
• Transition Projects: Portland-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, supportive housing, and outreach services for individuals experiencing homelessness. Comparable shelter-to-housing pipeline model with case management and partnerships across healthcare, behavioral health, and employment services.
• NeighborImpact: Central Oregon community action agency offering housing, energy assistance, and family support programs. Comparable regional footprint, anti-poverty mission, and partnership overlap (named as a Bethlehem Inn partner for housing and family services).
• Portland Rescue Mission: Oregon-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, meals, and recovery programs for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. Comparable faith-informed service model, multi-program structure (emergency shelter, recovery, supportive housing), and reliance on community donations and corporate sponsorships.
• Catholic Charities of Central Oregon: Regional nonprofit arm providing housing assistance, food services, and case management across Central Oregon including Bend and Redmond. Directly comparable in geographic overlap, social services portfolio, and reliance on community donations and government grants.

Broad incumbents

• Salvation Army: National nonprofit operating emergency shelters, transitional housing, meal programs, and case management across the U.S. Comparable emergency shelter and meal service model at significantly larger scale, with similar donation-based funding model including thrift retail.
• Volunteers of America: National nonprofit operating housing, shelter, and human services programs across the U.S. Comparable multi-program emergency shelter and supportive housing model with government-contracted and donation-based revenue mix.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BethlehemInnCentralOregon
• Instagraminstagram.com/bethleheminnbend
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bethlehem-inn

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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