Company Research Report: Star of Hope Mission
I. Company Overview
Name and Mission of the Company
- Name: Star of Hope Mission
- Mission: Star of Hope is a Christ-centered community dedicated to meeting the needs of homeless men, women, and children. Positive life changes are encouraged through structured programs focusing on spiritual growth, education, employment, life management, and recovery from substance abuse.
Founding Details
- Founded: The company was established on July 1, 1907.
- Founder: Reverend Dennis R. Pevoto, a Baptist minister, was inspired by a divine vision to come to Houston to establish a refuge for homeless men.
Key People
- President & CEO: Doug Meikle
- President Emeritus: Hank Rush
- Vice President of Programs: Michelle Alexander, Ph.D., LCSW-S
- Director of Facilities Development: Isaac (Ike) G. Kimmel, MBA
- Vice President & CFO: David Y. Stutts, CPA
- Sr. Vice President of HR & Operations Support: Cathryn Taylor, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, MBA
- Vice President of Marketing and Communications: Vivian C. Winslow, J.D.
Headquarters
- Location: 2575 Reed Rd., Houston, TX 77051
Employees
- Number of Employees: No information is available
Revenue
- Revenue: No information is available
Recognition
- Known For: Star of Hope Mission is recognized for providing comprehensive programs for daily care and long-term solutions to homelessness. The organization has extensive community support and over 7,300 volunteers.
II. Products and Services
Organizational Offerings
- General Services:
- Shelter
- Food
- Clothing
- Showers and Hygiene Products
- Prayer and Counseling
- Health Clinics
- Computer Learning Centers
- Parenting Classes
- Financial Coaching
- Childcare Programs
- Workforce Development
Specific Facilities
Women & Family Development Center
- Location: Cornerstone Community® Transformational Campus
- Capacity: Houses up to 150 families and 180 single women daily
- Programs:
- Spiritual recovery, Bible studies, and Chapel services.
- 90-day state-licensed substance use treatment program.
- Career and personal development curricula.
- State-licensed Child Development Center.
- After-school programs, homework assistance, and summer camps for children.
Doris and Carloss Morris Men’s Development Center
- Capacity: Houses up to 300 men nightly; can accommodate up to 100 additional clients during extreme weather.
- Programs:
- Seven-month Spiritual Recovery Program.
- One-year Transitional Living Program (TLC).
Extended Services
- Programs:
- New Horizons and Jump Start: Supportive environment for employed graduates.
- New Haven: Permanent housing for chronically homeless individuals with disabilities.
- New Heights: Permanent supportive housing for homeless families.
III. Recent Developments
New Initiatives and Features
- 2023 Ministry Report:
- 400,309 nights of safe shelter provided.
- 450,576 meals served.
- 3,742 Worship Services and Bible Studies conducted.
- 51,459 diapers distributed for children in need.
- 2,018 volunteers contributed 49,448 hours of service.
New Partnerships
- Collaboration for Housing: Robust collaboration involving New Hope Housing, Inc., Houston Housing Authority, and Buckner Family Hope Center for the New Heights program.
Recent Events
- 25th Annual Haute for Hope Fashion Show & Luncheon: Held to raise funds for the Children’s Critical Care Fund.
- Operation Hydration: Partnership with three Houston radio stations for a water drive during a summer heatwave.
- Seasonal Initiatives: Distribution of winter clothing and blankets to the homeless during cold weather alerts.
IV. Community Impact
- Community Engagement:
- Over 1,000 men, women, and children are assisted daily.
- Hundreds of lives transformed through structured programs aimed at achieving independent living.
- Significant volunteer engagement.
Testimonies
- Changed Lives: Numerous accounts of life transformation such as earning stability, rebuilding life, and spiritual renewal.
V. Contact Information
- Clarissa Edwin: Sr. Director of Extended Services
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- Di Tubbs: Manager of Outreach Services II
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Note
This report is based on the information available from the Star of Hope Mission's public documentation and website. Any areas marked with "No information is available" indicate data that was not found in the provided details.
