25:35 Ministries, a Homeless Outreach Ministry.
We’re a homeless ministry serving Jefferson and St. Louis County. We’re driven by a deep sense of purpose; our non-profit embraces the homeless and those facing adversity across Jefferson and St. Louis Counties, sharing God’s boundless love and grace. Join our cause and serve with us.
Our Mission
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me”
Matthew 25:35 ESV
Reach
Reach vulnerable people right where they are.
Connect
Connect with the people that are in the most need.
Serve
Serve by providing emotional, spiritual, & nutritional support.
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“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them”
Ephesians 2:10 ESV
Did You Know?
We at 25:35 Ministries estimate that 90% of the homeless population in the areas we serve are homeless due to mental illness or addiction and 10% due to financial loss or inadequate earnings.
Many think of people experiencing homelessness as those living in parks or streets. However, the homeless may be temporarily housed as well. While many live under bridges or in parks, others have temporary housing with friends, at homeless or night shelters, or even in their vehicles..
What We Need
In addition to donating cash, we have an urgent and ongoing need for essential items. Please prayerfully consider donating to this important cause.
From the Road
Read the amazing stories of God’s redeeming love and how God’s grace helped our friends overcome trials and diversity.
Jefferson Foundation Grant
We are pleased to announce that we received a generous $50,000 grant from the Jefferson Foundation*, which helped us purchase a 14-seat shuttle. This shuttle allows us to expand our outreach, doubling the area we cover to serve more people each night. Our fleet of two vans and a shuttle now allows us to travel…
Homelessness and Mental Health
An estimated 30% of chronically homeless individuals have severe mental health conditions, and up to 50% have substance abuse or addiction problems. Some fall into both categories. ACOG Mental health resources are sorely lacking for those with homes, jobs, and insurance. For the homeless, it’s magnitudes more difficult. Our goal at 25:35 Ministries is to…
Homelessness is a Fearful Place
Homeless people often have no one who cares for them. Their families have abandoned them or cannot cope with their problems. They are alone. They are invisible and forgotten – sleeping under bridges, in stairwells, or in the woods. When they camp at places of business or on government property, they are newsworthy subjects. Their…
A QUOTE FROM A FRIEND
“You treat us like friends who have fallen on hard times.”
Stacy
Help Us, Help Our Friends!
Your contribution, whether your time, talent, or treasure, will contribute to sharing the Gospel.