Source MN, Inc.

What Source MN, Inc. does

Source MN, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Christian ministry nonprofit founded in 1987 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that delivers direct social services to at-risk populations in the Twin Cities. The organization operates a portfolio of programmatic services rather than a unified technology product: food distribution (serving ~1,000 families weekly as of early 2026, with $3.5 million of food relief distributed in 2025), Women's Drop-In services (1,400+ visits in 2025), anti-trafficking outreach, homeless youth street outreach, supportive and transitional housing (12 apartments across 6 buildings, 40+ residents), weekly community meals, ESL classes, and teen internships. Its primary physical hub is the Fallout Urban Arts Center at 2609 Stevens Ave in South Minneapolis, and it is developing a new ~7,400 sq. ft. Women's Center adjacent to that facility, acquired in December 2025.

The business model is donation- and grant-driven, with no fees charged to beneficiaries. Revenue streams include individual donations (via GiveMN, PayPal, mail, text-to-give), foundation grants (notably the Women's Foundation of Minnesota), capital campaign pledges for the Women's Center (tiered giving up to a $950,000 goal, with $276,000+ raised in Nov–Dec 2025), annual fundraising events (29th Annual Golf Benefit, Fall Banquet, Brunch Tours, Fiesta Latino), and a hybrid self-funded Urban Outreach Associate program where 50% of associate salaries are raised by the employee. The organization employs 11–50 staff and is supported by 30–50 regular volunteers delivering roughly 100 volunteer hours weekly from Latino volunteers alone.

Outreach is delivered through direct service channels (food shelf, mobile distributions, home delivery, drop-in center, supportive housing) and an extensive referral network that includes 40+ church partners, La Fuente Latino Church, Involve MN, Fruit of the Vine / Lavinia Vineyard Churches, Roseville Police Department, and FBI / local law enforcement for anti-trafficking operations. Marketing and fundraising run through Facebook, Instagram, email newsletters, annual events, and earned media. No proprietary technology platform, API, or AI/ML capability is disclosed; the technology stack is limited to a WordPress-based website and standard donation integrations.

Name

Source MN, Inc.

Legal name

Source MN, Inc.

Website

https://sourcemn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Source MN is a 501(c)(3) Christian ministry nonprofit in Minneapolis that delivers food distribution, anti-trafficking outreach, homeless youth services, and supportive housing to at-risk populations including immigrants, trafficking survivors, and low-income families in South Minneapolis.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-Based Nonprofit Social Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food Services (624210), Other Residential Care Facilities (6239)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD), Emergency Shelter, Camp Management & Non-Food Items (NFI) (BPAGAAAC)

Keywords

• Urban outreach programs
• Anti-trafficking services
• Food distribution services
• Homeless youth outreach
• Transitional housing support

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization relies on individual donors who contribute to Food & Outreach Programs and the Women's Center Capital Campaign. Donations are accepted via website (PayPal, GiveMN), mail, and text-to-give.
2. Capital Campaign Donations: Major donations and pledges specifically directed to the Women's Center Capital Campaign, including matched giving opportunities and tiered giving levels (Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Nickel).
3. Foundation Grants: Funding from foundations such as the Women's Foundation of Minnesota, with grant awards supporting specific programs.
4. Fundraising Events: Annual events including the 29th Annual Golf Benefit, Fall Banquet, and other community fundraising activities with ticket sales and sponsorships.
5. Urban Outreach Associate Program Funding: Urban Outreach Associate positions are 50% self-fundraised by the employee (with 10% admin fee to Source) and 50% centrally funded by Source.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Source MN, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based faith-based nonprofit ministry that delivers free direct services to at-risk populations, including weekly food shelf and home-delivered groceries, Women's Drop-In hours, anti-trafficking case management and street outreach, supportive and transitional housing, homeless youth outreach, community meals, ESL instruction, and immigrant family support. The organization operates from the Fallout Urban Arts Center / Source Community Center at 2609 Stevens Ave and is currently developing a dedicated Women's Center facility acquired in December 2025.

Product overview

Source MN, Inc. is a Christian ministry nonprofit organization in Minneapolis offering a portfolio of social services programs rather than a unified technology product. The core programs include: Food Distribution (food shelf and mobile deliveries serving 1,000+ families weekly), Community Meal Program (weekly dinners with enrichment activities), Anti-Trafficking services (Women's Drop-In, street outreach, transitional housing since 1995), Homeless Youth Outreach, Supportive Housing (12 apartments across 6 buildings), Teen Internship, ESL classes, and Immigrant Outreach. The organization is currently developing a new Women's Center facility (7,400 sq. ft.) adjacent to the Community Center to expand services for at-risk women and trafficking survivors. The organization does not offer a technology product with integrations, API, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fallout Urban Arts Center: The community center hub of Source MN outreach, located at 2609 Stevens Ave, Minneapolis, serving as the base for food shelf, community meals, and arts programs.

Products and services

• Food Distribution Program Weekly food shelf distributions and home delivery of fresh produce, non-perishable food, and household items to families in need, including mobile distributions and partnerships with schools, churches, and organizations. Increased to 1,000 families served weekly as of early 2026.
• Women's Drop-In Hours Weekly drop-in services for at-risk women providing access to staff, resources, hygiene products, showers, laundry, meals, a place to rest, case worker navigation, and recovery resources. Served 1,400+ visits in 2025.
• Women's Center A dedicated 7,400 sq. ft. facility adjacent to the Source Community Center acquired in December 2025 to provide safety, healing, and support for at-risk women and trafficking survivors, with multiple showers, laundry stations, private counseling rooms, case worker offices, hygiene storage, and 6 bedrooms across 2 residential units for women transitioning out of crisis. Currently in development under the $950,000 Capital Campaign.
• Community Meal Program Weekly community dinners served Wednesday evenings with Christ-based enrichment programs following the meal, providing meals and faith-based formation for neighborhood families and individuals in need.
• Anti-Trafficking Program Comprehensive anti-trafficking outreach including Women's Drop-In, homeless encampment meals, street outreach, Victim Resource Coordinator roles, case management, referrals to law enforcement and service providers, and the Supportive/Transitional Housing Program for at-risk women and trafficking survivors.
• Homeless Youth Outreach Street outreach and support services for homeless youth under 21, including street contact, late-night outreach, referrals to addiction treatment, mentoring programs, GED enrollment, and job training, anchored by the Joshua House transitional home established in 1995.
• Supportive Housing Program Transitional and supportive housing for at-risk women, children, families, trafficking survivors, and those exiting the sex industry, comprising 12 apartments across 6 buildings with over 40 residents served.
• Teen Internship Program Paid summer internship for teens involving community service and outreach at the Source food shelf, food distributions, grocery delivery, landscaping, and building upkeep at 20 hours per week for 9 weeks. Hosted 12 teen internships in 2025.
• ESL Classes English as a Second Language instruction for immigrant and refugee community members in South Minneapolis.
• Immigrant Outreach Program Emergency support for immigrant families including food delivery, housing assistance, rent support, legal fee assistance, vehicle storage, and coordination with schools and churches during immigration enforcement crises. Over 70% of food shelf recipients are Latino.
• Food Network Partners Partnership program allowing churches and partner organizations to distribute groceries to families in need within their communities, providing $80–$150 of food relief per family for $20.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served over 100,000 individuals with $3.5 million worth of food relief in 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Gary Luke RealtyminorOthers · 31 December 2025Helped secure the new Women's Center facility and donated the commission as part of the capital campaign support.
• DIY MarketingminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 December 2025Provided marketing services for the 2025 Year-End Campaign helping to promote the Women's Center capital campaign.
• La Fuente Latino ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 December 2025Partner church for Latino outreach, faith initiatives, and recovery resources. 100+ weekly attendees including 30+ youth supported through Source programs in 2025.
• Involve MNcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2020Partnered to provide 10,000 meals and 10 tons of food monthly during COVID-19 response. Minneapolis Police Lieutenant Grant Snyder and wife Melanie Snyder founded the organization and have worked with Source for years.
• Fruit of the Vine (FOTV) and Lavinia Vineyard ChurchescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2020Supplied food for food shelf for 15 years. FOTV runs one of the largest food shelves in Minnesota state. Lavinia St. Paul location supplies food and volunteers for Latino guests.
• Roseville Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFreedom Flight Operations partnership where law enforcement connected with victims through online ads while Source provided caseworkers, companions, and pastoral support. Led to two pimps arrested and four women receiving help.
• FBI and Local Law EnforcementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for anti-trafficking seminars, rescue operations, and victim resource coordination. Source served as Victim Resource Coordinators during Super Bowl 52 and NCAA Final Four.
• La Viña ChurchescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Fernando and Marta Lopez (pastors from Columbia with 20 years experience) to start Latino Outreach. Working on R-1 Visa for them to lead Source's Latino Outreach full-time.
• 40+ Local ChurchescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChurch network providing volunteers, food donations, financial support, referrals, and collaborative ministry. Includes partnerships with Wooddale Church, Lord of Life, and local congregations.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• People Serving People: Minneapolis nonprofit providing emergency shelter, housing, and supportive services to families experiencing homelessness. Comparable on family-focused homelessness services and food distribution to vulnerable Minneapolis populations, particularly immigrant families.
• Simpson Housing Services: Minneapolis nonprofit providing supportive housing, shelter, and homelessness services to adults and families. Directly comparable on the supportive/transitional housing model (12 apartments similar to Simpson's scattered-site approach) and food programs serving South Minneapolis populations.
• Breaking Free: St. Paul-based nonprofit providing advocacy and direct services to survivors of sex trafficking and exploitation. Highly comparable on the anti-trafficking programming model, survivor support services, and Minnesota geographic focus; operates the same niche Source targets through its Women's Center.
• Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis: Large faith-based social services nonprofit serving the Twin Cities with food, housing, immigration, and anti-trafficking programs. Most direct comparable to Source MN given similar scope (food distribution, housing assistance, immigrant outreach, multi-denominational Christian mission) and same geographic market.
• Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities: Faith-based nonprofit serving homeless and at-risk populations in Minneapolis with food, shelter, recovery, and transitional housing programs. Directly comparable operating model — Christian ministry, food services, homeless outreach, and supportive housing in the same metro.
• Loaves and Fishes Minnesota: Minneapolis nonprofit providing free meals and food distribution to hungry people across the Twin Cities. Directly comparable on the community meal and food shelf model serving low-income and homeless populations in Source's same operating geography.
• The Link: Minneapolis nonprofit serving youth and young families experiencing homelessness with shelter, housing, and supportive services. Directly comparable on the homeless youth outreach mission — particularly relevant given Minnesota's #1 per capita homeless youth rate cited by Source.

Emerging players

• International Institute of Minnesota: St. Paul-based nonprofit serving immigrants and refugees with resettlement, education, employment, and social services. Comparable on the immigrant outreach mission (legal services, housing support, food access) targeting the same Latino and immigrant populations Source serves.

Broad incumbents

• Salvation Army Northern Minnesota: Large national faith-based nonprofit with Twin Cities operations providing food, housing, addiction recovery, and anti-trafficking services. Comparable scope but operates at significantly larger scale across multiple program lines, including the similar combination of food distribution, transitional housing, and human trafficking survivor services.

Regional players

• Open Arms of Minnesota: Twin Cities nonprofit providing home-delivered meals and nutrition services to people living with serious illnesses. Comparable on the volunteer-driven meal delivery model and food-relief logistics, though serving a different beneficiary segment (illness vs. Source's at-risk general population).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCRWArzJL_Cxq1r7xpTeqFyQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/sourcemn
• Instagraminstagram.com/sourcempls
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/source-mn

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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