410 Liberty Street

Durham, NC 27705

www.umdurham.org

(919)-682-0538

Agency’s Mission Statement

Provide food, clothing, shelter, and supportive services to our neighbors in need. Be a faith-based service organization recognized for excellence in serving the emergency needs of poor people. Based on shared religious principles, we strive to create a welcoming, caring, and compassionate environment that affirms the dignity of our guests, donors, volunteers, and staff.

Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served

The agency wishes to create a welcoming, caring, and compassionate environment where people can heal, find hope, and begin to rebuild their lives.

Agency’s Impact on the Community

The agency provides safe shelter from the suffering of many people’s lives. It gives homeless people the chance to rebuild their lives without focusing on emergency needs. It served 1,002 men, 317 women, and 113 children from 2005 to 2006.

Volunteer Duties

• Kitchen Work
• Serve Meals
• Organize clothing closet
• Run errands