named programs · 8 · from sources
what they call their work
Bible Studies and Classes
Offers various Bible studies and classes, including individualized computer classes and groups for women.
Case Management
Case managers work with guests to develop attainable, custom-designed goals and plans, and make referrals to other agencies when needed.
Chapel Services
Six nights every week, guests can attend chapel services provided by pastors and ministry leaders from the evangelical community.
Discipleship Program
A limited-space program for men and women making a one-year commitment to life change through accountability, biblical studies, pastoral counseling, and mentoring.
Emergency Shelter
Provides comfortable beds, warm meals, hot showers, and rest for homeless, stranded, or needy individuals. Separate facilities for men, women, and women with children. Open 24 hours a day, except Sunday mornings.
Getting Anger Under Control Class
A class offered as part of the programs to help guests.
Life Change Program
Mandatory program for all guests, involving a point system earned through activities like book reports, typing tutor, computer classes, Bible studies, budgeting, job applications, and community service.
Vocational Training
Provides vocational training opportunities, including a facility built with assistance from Southeast Indian Foundation and Flagstaff Area Christians in Mission.
activities · 6 groups
what they do
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Structured Bible Study & Spiritual Growth Programs 9 activities
- Life Change ProgramRuns a structured guest participation program requiring engagement in a point-based system that includes Bible studies, budgeting classes, job applications, and community service to promote personal development and stability.
- Life Change ProgramRuns a structured program requiring guest participation in a point-based system that includes Bible studies, budgeting classes, job applications, community service, and other personal development activities aimed at long-term life transformation.
- Life Change ProgramRuns a structured program requiring guest participation in a point-based system that includes Bible studies, budgeting classes, job applications, and community service to support personal development and stability.
- Life Change ProgramRuns a structured program requiring guest participation in a point-based system that includes Bible studies, budgeting classes, job applications, community service, and other personal development activities aimed at long-term stability and spiritual growth.
- Life Change and Discipleship ProgramsOperates a Life Change Program that requires guest participation in activities such as Bible studies, budgeting classes, job applications, and community service. Additionally, a One-Year Discipleship Program is offered, focusing on biblical studies, pastoral counseling, mentoring, and mission jobs for life change through Jesus Christ.
- Onsite Programming and ClassesConducts weekly educational and spiritual programming including Bible studies, chapel services, discipleship classes, budget management workshops, computer training, and anger management courses to support guest development.
- Weekly Spiritual and Educational ProgrammingConducts regular weekly activities including six Bible studies, six chapel services, discipleship classes, budget management meetings, case management, computer training, and a "Getting Anger Under Control" class to support holistic development of guests.
- Weekly Spiritual and Educational ProgrammingConducts regular weekly activities including six Bible studies, six chapel services, discipleship classes, budget management meetings, case management, computer training, and a "Getting Anger Under Control" class to support holistic development.
- Weekly Spiritual and Educational ProgrammingConducts regular weekly activities including six Bible studies, six chapel services, discipleship classes, budget management meetings, case management, individualized computer training, and a "Getting Anger Under Control" class to support holistic development.
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Emergency Shelter Services 5 activities
- 24/7 Staffing and Facility OperationsMaintains round-the-clock staffing at the mission facility to ensure continuous support for guests and effective operation of shelter and program services.
- Emergency Shelter OperationsOperates a 24/7 emergency shelter providing nightly accommodations for 30–53 homeless individuals, including separate facilities for men, women, and women with children. Services include bed nights, warm meals, hot showers, and rest opportunities, with capacity expanded using floor mats when beds are full.
- Emergency Shelter ServicesOperates a 30-bed emergency shelter providing nightly accommodations, warm meals, hot showers, and rest opportunities for homeless men, women, and children, with separate facilities for different groups and capacity to shelter up to 53 individuals using mats when full. The shelter is staffed 24/7 and includes winter shelter overflow services.
- Emergency Shelter ServicesOperates a 24/7 emergency shelter providing nightly accommodations for 30–53 homeless individuals, including separate facilities for men, women, and women with children. Services include bed nights, warm meals, hot showers, and rest opportunities, with capacity expanded using floor mats when beds are full.
- Emergency Shelter and MealsOperates an emergency shelter providing beds, warm meals, hot showers, and rest opportunities for homeless men, women, and children. The shelter serves between 30-53 individuals nightly, utilizing mats when the 34 beds are full, and has separate facilities for men, women, and women with children. Annually, the mission serves tens of thousands of meals and provides thousands of bed nights.
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Shelter-Based Case Management 5 activities
- Case Management and Support ServicesProvides individualized case management to shelter guests, including goal setting, stay planning, referrals to external agencies, and support for recovery from physical injuries or traumatic incidents such as accidents or robbery.
- Case Management and Support ServicesProvides individualized case management to shelter guests, including goal setting, stay planning, and referrals to external agencies. Also includes support for physical recovery from injuries or illness and care following traumatic incidents like robbery or accidents.
- Case Management and Support ServicesProvides case management services to guests, including determining length of stay, developing goals and plans, and making referrals to other agencies when needed. The mission also offers care and support for individuals recovering from physical ailments, accidents, or those who have experienced robbery.
- Case Management and Support ServicesProvides individualized case management to shelter guests, including goal setting, stay planning, and referrals to external agencies. Also offers care for physical injuries, recovery support after accidents, and assistance following incidents like robbery.
- Case Management and Support ServicesProvides individualized case management to shelter guests, including goal setting, stay planning, and referrals to external agencies as needed. Supports recovery from physical ailments, accidents, or traumatic incidents such as robbery.
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Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 4 activities
- Meal ProvisionProvides regular meals to shelter guests and community members, with annual totals ranging from approximately 18,000 to 27,000 meals served. Meals are part of daily shelter operations and support overall food security for homeless individuals.
- Meal ProvisionProvides regular meals to shelter guests and community members, with annual totals ranging from approximately 18,000 to 27,000 meals served, delivered as part of emergency shelter operations and outreach programs.
- Meal ProvisionProvides regular meals to homeless guests, serving between 8,924 and 26,860 meals annually at the mission facility, as part of ongoing emergency shelter and support services.
- Meal Provision ProgramProvides regular meals to homeless individuals, with annual totals ranging from approximately 18,000 to over 26,000 meals served. Meals are delivered as part of shelter operations and outreach efforts.
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Resident Support and Security Services 1 activity
- 24/7 Operational SupportMaintains 24-hour staffing to ensure continuous support for shelter operations, guest safety, and program delivery.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Discipleship ProgramOffers a one-year residential discipleship program for men and women focused on biblical studies, pastoral counseling, mentorship, and mission-related work to support spiritual and personal growth through Jesus Christ.
- Discipleship ProgramOffers a one-year faith-based discipleship program for men and women focused on biblical studies, pastoral counseling, mentoring, and mission-related work to support long-term life transformation through Christian teachings.
- One-Year Discipleship ProgramOffers a one-year residential program for men and women focused on biblical studies, pastoral counseling, mentorship, and mission-related work to promote long-term life transformation through faith-based discipleship.
- One-Year Discipleship ProgramOffers a one-year residential discipleship program for men and women focused on biblical studies, pastoral counseling, mentorship, and mission-related work to support life transformation through faith in Jesus Christ. The program is led by designated staff including Andrew Medley, Brandon Rova, and James Hayes.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$286K
Contributions & grants$252K88%
Program service revenue$10K4%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$23K
expenses
Total expenses$240K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$144K
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$228K
Cash$78K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$228K
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
board members · 2
- CHERISE MYERS — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- MELISSA BERG — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Arizona Department of Housing Government — Provided a $385,000 grant to build an emergency shelter.
- Caleb Thomas Partner — Vice President and board member providing organizational leadership.
- Cherise Myers Partner — Executive Director responsible for overall management of Bread of Life Mission.
- Flagstaff Area Christians in Mission Partner — Assisted in building the Hermosa Mini-Storage and vocational training facility.
- Holbrook Police Partner — Donated 5 bikes for guest transportation to jobs.
- Kevin Berg Partner — Board President and board member involved in organizational leadership.
- Melissa Berg Partner — Board member and spouse of Board President Kevin Berg, involved in organizational governance.
- Richie V’s Chicago Hot Dogs Partner — Came to the mission for a special event.
- Southeast Indian Foundation Partner — Assisted in building the Hermosa Mini-Storage and vocational training facility.
- Wallace Foundation Funder — Provided a grant to support case management services for guests.
- Westbrook Villiage Computer Club Partner — Provided computers for the mission's guests.