At the Men’s House at end of 2021, the overall cost per man was $702.00 per month. These costs include housing, meals, laundry, transportation, maintenance, and all other programming expenses. We expect that when the women’s house is in operation the per person cost will be higher. These estimates are before calculating the effect of this years’ inflation.
In ministries like ours, staffing is typically the greatest of all expenses. Due to a powerful base of enthusiastic volunteers and a staff of four who work for minimal salaries, these expenses have been a smaller percentage of the annual budget. As we expand, the need for additional staffing will increase. The expense of more staff at higher salaries will be forthcoming. Your gifts, especially those that arrive on a regular basis are of tremendous value, not only in paying the bills, but in planning for the future.
As a Christ-centered program, we seek spiritually mature men and women to mentor our guests. Each guest is at a unique point in their faith journey, and mentors help guide them through prayer, Bible study, goal setting, and Christlike example. Mentors meet guests where they are and walk with them toward deeper spiritual growth.
Volunteers are occasionally needed to drive Endeavor House vehicles when residents are unable to. Trips include rides to work, appointments, court, store visits, and program events. A valid driver’s license and a heart to serve are all that’s required.
We host several events each year—graduation banquets, fundraisers, movie nights, a golf outing, and “Trunk or Treat.” Volunteers help with setup, cleanup, parking, and meal service to make these events run smoothly.
From gardening and firewood stacking to cleaning and maintenance projects, community volunteers bless us by helping with larger tasks around the property that go beyond the residents' daily responsibilities.
