Mission & Core Values
Our Work
The City Mission empowers men, women, and children in crisis to overcome their unique, complex paths to homelessness. Because no one person’s needs are the same, we create individualized, comprehensive programs to assist residents in building their stabilized and independent futures. Our mission to reach hearts and change lives in Cleveland has not waivered since 1910, and we will continue to provide basic needs, critical recovery resources, and practical paths to a sustainable future to all seeking help and hope here.
Our Mission Statement
Providing help and hope to all people through the transforming power of God’s love.
Our Core Values
The values of The City Mission serve as the behavioral guidance system of the Mission. Organizational strategy, goals, actions, and behavior will all be inspired by, evaluated against, and conformed to the values of The City Mission.
The City Mission is a 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by the law, 84% of every dollar spent goes directly to resident care.
Excited by these statements and ready to be a part of transforming lives?
- We are called to serve Christ and others.
- We believe God transforms lives.
- We commit to steward well.
- We succeed by working together.
- We care for every person knowing all are made in the image of God.
Every contribution makes an impact
Reaching Hearts | Changing LIVES
The City Mission is funded entirely by private donations from people like you.
Will you provide help and hope to people in crisis today?
84¢ OF EVERY DOLLAR DONATED IS USED DIRECTLY FOR RESIDENT CARE.