Fresno Rescue Mission Incorporated

What Fresno Rescue Mission Incorporated does

Fresno Rescue Mission, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1949 in Fresno, California, providing Christ-centered shelter, recovery programs, family services, and social enterprises to homeless men, women, children, and families in crisis. The organization operates five integrated campuses — City Center (multi-agency hub with emergency services, warming center, First Fruits Market, and EZ47 Coffee Shop), Searcy Center (24-hour residential recovery campus), an Emergency Services location (warming, sobering, and respite care), two Mission Thrift retail stores, and a warehouse — supported by 150+ employees and 1,500+ volunteers. Core programs include the 18-month Academy residential recovery program, Rescue the Children (women and children), Career Pathways job training, youth transitional housing (The Landing), daily meals, chapel services, and case management, with the operation serving nearly 90,000 meals per month across its own and partner sites.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of individual cash donations (one-time and recurring monthly via the Qgiv platform), corporate matching gifts, peer-to-peer fundraising (2026 goal of $75,000), cryptocurrency donations through The Giving Block, stocks and securities gifts, CropGifting from agricultural producers, vehicle donations through Mission Auto, property and legacy gifts, and earned income from social enterprises (Mission Thrift, Mission Auto, EZ47 Coffee Shop, and food service catering). The social enterprises are housed under Fresno Works, Inc., a wholly-owned supporting organization established in 2005 to provide vocational training and employment pathways for program graduates. All direct services to beneficiaries — meals, shelter, recovery programming, counseling, and job training — are provided free of charge.

The organization's go-to-market combines direct-service delivery at its physical campuses with a robust community engagement and fundraising apparatus: 40 partner agencies, an annual event calendar (banquet, golf tournament, graduation, Conversations on a Bench, One Table Fresno serving 4,500 attendees), seasonal donation drives, and a digital presence across website, social media, YouTube, and quarterly Mission Insider newsletter. Fresno Mission is a Charity Navigator four-star rated organization and holds Candid Gold Transparency 2024 status, and is a member of the Citygate Network of Christian missions. Technology footprint is limited to the SPERO internal case management system and standard donation processing integrations (Qgiv, The Giving Block), with no disclosed proprietary technology platforms.

Name

Fresno Rescue Mission Incorporated

Legal name

Fresno Rescue Mission, Inc.

Website

https://fresnomission.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Fresno Rescue Mission is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit operating five campuses in Fresno, California, delivering Christ-centered shelter, residential recovery, meals (~90,000/month), family services, and job training to homeless men, women, children, and families in crisis, funded through diversified donations and social enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Homeless and Social Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Recovery, Reconstruction & Resilience Programs (BPAGAAAK)

Keywords

• Homeless shelter services
• Recovery programs
• Social enterprise thrift
• Emergency food services
• Faith-based nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

Fresno

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Monetary Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individual donors made through the website (Qgiv platform), by mail, or by phone. Includes one-time and recurring monthly gift options.
2. Corporate Matching Gift Programs: Employer matching gift programs where donors' personal contributions are matched, doubling or tripling impact at no extra cost to the donor.
3. Mission Thrift Store Revenue: Proceeds from sale of donated clothing, furniture, household goods, and electronics at Mission Thrift stores. Two locations: Sierra (181 E. Sierra Ave.) and Bullard (6036 N. First St.). Revenue funds vital ministry services.
4. Mission Auto (Vehicle Donation Program): Donated vehicles are sold to fund ministry programs, provide vocational training, and create job opportunities for community members. Part of Fresno Works, Inc. subsidiary.
5. CropGifting: Agricultural producers donate a portion of their harvest through foundations. Crops are sold and net proceeds donated to Fresno Mission, providing tax advantages including no recognition of gifted crops as income and deductible production expenses.
6. Stocks & Securities Donations: Donors contribute publicly traded stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and stock certificates. Donors may avoid capital gains tax on appreciation and receive charitable deductions for full fair-market value.
7. Cryptocurrency Donations: Accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Shiba Inu, Bitcoin Cash, and over 50 other cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrency donations are non-taxable events; donors can deduct fair market value.
8. Property & Legacy Gifts: Bequests through wills and revocable living trusts, as well as real estate property donations, provide lasting legacy support for the ministry.
9. Vehicle Donations: Donors gift vehicles which are processed through Mission Auto. Vehicles help fund programs and provide vocational training and job opportunities.
10. EZ47 Coffee Shop: Social enterprise coffee shop operated as part of Fresno Mission's social enterprise initiative. Every purchase supports the Rescue, Restore, and Empower mission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Fresno Rescue Mission is a 501(c)(3) Christian nonprofit that provides free, Christ-centered shelter, meals, recovery programs, case management, and family services to homeless men, women, children, and families in Fresno, California. It operates five campuses spanning emergency services, residential recovery (Searcy Center), the Rescue the Children program, and a First Fruits Market, while funding its ministry through donations, planned gifts, and Mission Industries social enterprises (Mission Thrift, Mission Auto, EZ47 Coffee Shop, Catering, E-commerce, Recycling).

Product overview

Fresno Rescue Mission Incorporated operates as a faith-based nonprofit offering a portfolio of humanitarian programs organized under several categories. The core services include Daily Services (meals, shelter, case management, and chapel/spiritual guidance), Crisis Housing for men, women, families, and youth, and Recovery Programs including the Searcy Center residential program, counseling, education, and job training. Social Enterprises under the Mission Industries umbrella include Mission Thrift (retail), Mission Auto (vehicle program), and EZ47 Coffee Shop. The organization also operates the City Center as a multi-agency facility and provides specialized services such as Career Pathways job training, Food Service Catering, Youth Services, and the Rescue the Children program for families. The portfolio operates across five campuses serving the Fresno County community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mission Thrift: Thrift store offering clothing, furniture, household goods, and electronics; proceeds fund vital services
• Mission Auto
• EZ47 Coffee Shop
• Searcy Center
• City Center
• Rescue the Children
• Career Pathways
• First Fruits Market
• Mission Industries

Products and services

• Mission Thrift Thrift store accepting donations of clothing, furniture, household goods, and electronics. Provides affordable shopping options to community members while proceeds fund vital mission services.
• Mission Auto Vehicle donation and sales program that converts donated cars into opportunities, providing vocational training, job opportunities, and funding for ministry programs.
• EZ47 Coffee Shop Coffee shop operated as part of the Fresno Mission's social enterprise initiative. Every purchase supports the mission to Rescue, Restore, and Empower.
• Searcy Center Residential recovery campus offering rehabilitation, work therapy, and career development for men and women overcoming homelessness and hardship, while supporting children through compassionate care and education.
• Food Services Provides nourishment and hope to those in need, offering not only meals but also a sense of dignity and care.
• Chapel Services Daily chapel services providing spiritual support, prayer, worship, and reconnection with God for guests.
• Community Care Emergency services navigation assistance helping people identify best next steps and guiding them to resources, reconnection, and aid they may need.
• Family Center Essential services and support for individuals and families including referrals, resources, and programs focused on safety, stability, and long-term transformation.
• Respite Center Emergency housing and crisis services for individuals and families in need.
• Warming Center Emergency warming services for people in crisis situations.
• Youth Services Services and programs for youth including shelter, programs, and summer experiences for young people who need a place to belong.
• Career Pathways Job training and employment opportunities helping people gain skills and experience needed for long-term success.
• Food Service Catering Services Vocational training opportunities alongside meals for the community, including vocational training for those in recovery programs.
• E-commerce Online commerce operations supporting the mission's social enterprises and donation capabilities.
• Recycling Recycling program as part of the mission's environmental and community sustainability initiatives.
• Rescue the Children Dedicated program for women and children providing safe housing, case management, and support for family reunification and transformation.
• City Center All-inclusive facility offering shelter, amenities including a free grocery store, and co-working space for over 15 agencies united in offering help to those in need.
• Mission Industries Umbrella brand for social enterprise businesses including Mission Thrift, Mission Auto, and EZ47 Coffee Shop that change lives and sustain hope through business operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 90,000 meals served per month across multiple locations
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• HOPE InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2026Peter Greer, President and CEO of HOPE International, featured as keynote speaker at the Fresno Mission Annual Banquet (April 24, 2026), delivering a message on faith-filled leadership and advancing God's Kingdom.
• City ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 March 2026Organizer of the Mindset Conference (March 6-7, 2026) at City Center, a powerful gathering designed to encourage, equip, and challenge men to grow in purpose, faith, and leadership. Event venue provided at City Center.
• Citygate NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial member organization of the Citygate Network, an association of Christian missions dedicated to helping the hungry, homeless, and hurting. Provides network resources, best practices, and collaborative opportunities with similar organizations across North America.
• Central California Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of the annual One Table Fresno event (November 21, 2026) serving 4,500 people with free hot rib eye steak, jackets, socks, blankets, and a week's worth of food. Partnership provides food distribution capacity and community event collaboration.
• Poverello HousecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution. Poverello House (412 F St, Fresno 93706) is one of the locations where community members can receive hot meals, referenced on Fresno Mission's food resources page as an alternative meal site.
• Martin ParkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of the Annual Banquet (April 24, 2026) in partnership with City Without Orphans. Martin Park provides programming for youth in the community and collaborative event support.
• City Without OrphanscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of the Annual Banquet (April 24, 2026) with Martin Park, focusing on bringing hope and restoration to youth in the community through the collective impact of shared mission.
• Westside MinistriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution at 2750 S. MLK Jr Blvd, Fresno 93706. Community meal site included in Fresno Mission's food resources network.
• Food to ShareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution at 2316 S. Elm, Fresno 93706. Included in Fresno Mission's food resources network.
• First Fruits Market (Central California Food Bank)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity resource at City Center where individuals and families receive fresh groceries and household essentials completely free of charge. Operated by Central California Food Bank at the Fresno Mission City Center campus (2025 E Dakota Ave).
• City Center (Fresno Mission City Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-agency campus housing over 15 diverse agencies united in offering shelter, a free grocery store, and co-working space. Co-location of services creates a unified system of care. Houses First Fruits Market, emergency services, family center, and EZ47 Coffee Shop.
• Premier Valley BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate volunteer partner. Employees from Premier Valley Bank volunteer in Food Services at the Mission, supporting meal preparation and service for those in recovery programs and the community.
• Joey Family MattersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food resources at 750 S. McAuthur, Fresno 93727. Included in Fresno Mission's food distribution network.
• New Beginnings ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution at 5104 E. Clinton, Fresno 93711. Included in Fresno Mission's food resources network.
• Fresno School of Mission — Pastor ZnashminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution at 1484 S. Arthur Ave, Fresno 93706. Included in Fresno Mission's food resources network.
• Life Tabernacle — Pastor AbeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner location for food distribution at 403 S. Clovis Ave, Fresno 93727. Included in Fresno Mission's food resources network.
• Cross City ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue host for the 2026 Graduation Ceremony (October 2, 2026) honoring men and women who completed the Searcy Center recovery and restoration program. Located at 2777 E Nees Ave, Fresno.
• The Well Community Church (Clovis Campus)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue host for the Annual Banquet (April 24, 2026) at their Clovis Campus (325 Nees Ave, Clovis, CA 93611). Social Hour 5-6pm, Program 6-8pm.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves21 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• San Diego Rescue Mission: Faith-based rescue mission operating shelters, recovery programs, and thrift/social enterprises in Southern California. Direct comparable on program mix (shelter, recovery, thrift, auto) and donor-driven revenue model.
• Phoenix Rescue Mission: Faith-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, addiction recovery, and thrift store social enterprises in Phoenix. Closely matches Fresno Mission's portfolio of programs and Mission Industries-style revenue diversification.
• City Union Mission (Kansas City): Faith-based urban mission offering emergency shelter, residential recovery, and youth/family programs. Comparable Christ-centered recovery continuum with similar donor-funding structure.
• Sacramento Loaves & Fishes: Sacramento-based nonprofit delivering meals, shelter, and recovery-oriented services to people experiencing homelessness. Comparable in regional California scale and integrated service model.
• Poverello House: Fresno-based homeless services nonprofit providing meals and shelter and explicitly co-located in Fresno Mission's food-resource network. Direct local peer in the same Fresno County service area.
• Portland Rescue Mission: Christ-centered rescue mission offering shelter, long-term recovery, and dining/social-enterprise programs. Direct peer on faith-based model, multi-service campus strategy, and donation-funded service delivery.
• Union Rescue Mission (Los Angeles): Faith-based rescue mission serving Skid Row in Los Angeles with shelter, recovery, and social enterprises — closely mirrors Fresno Mission's Christ-centered, multi-campus, recovery-and-work-therapy model at larger urban scale.

Others

• Central California Food Bank: Partner organization that co-hosts One Table Fresno and operates First Fruits Market on-site at City Center. Not a competitor but a tightly coupled ecosystem participant feeding into Fresno Mission's programs.
• Citygate Network: National association of rescue missions of which Fresno Mission is a member; functions as a peer benchmarking body and best-practice network for faith-based missions across North America.

Broad incumbents

• Goodwill Industries of San Joaquin Valley: Regional Goodwill operating thrift stores and job-training programs in the Central Valley — overlapping with Fresno Mission's Mission Thrift and Career Pathways, but broader workforce-development mandate rather than shelter/recovery focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCW7Z8G7ZcOHr4wpvqPqzjPw
• Facebookfacebook.com/FresnoRescueMission
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fresnomission
• Instagraminstagram.com/fresnomission

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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