Atlanta Mission Support Corporation

Atlanta Mission Support Corporation is a nonprofit organization closely associated with Atlanta Mission, which serves as the city's largest and longest-running provider of services for homeless individuals in Atlanta, Georgia.

Overview

Atlanta Mission, the primary entity associated with the support corporation, began in 1938 as a soup kitchen to serve men displaced during the Great Depression. It gained 501(c)(3) status in 1947, becoming a recognized nonprofit[1][4].

Services

Atlanta Mission offers a comprehensive range of services, including food and shelter, addiction recovery, job attainment, counseling, and spiritual recovery. They operate several facilities:

• The Shepherd’s Inn provides men with meals, shelter, counseling, recovery programs, and job training.
• My Sister’s House serves women and children with meals, shelter, counseling, childcare, and recovery programs.
• Restoration House offers overnight shelter, meals, and medical care to women and children.
• The Potter’s House provides long-term recovery and educational services for men[3][4].

Governance and Operations

Atlanta Mission operates under a board of directors with diverse professional backgrounds. The organization conducts formal orientations for new board members and reviews conflict-of-interest policies annually[5].

Financial Overview

As per recent financial data, the Atlanta Mission Support Corporation had significant total assets and liabilities, with revenue primarily derived from rental property income in some years[2]. However, specific financial details for Atlanta Mission Support Corporation may not directly align with those of Atlanta Mission itself.

Mission and Vision

Atlanta Mission focuses on transforming lives through Christ, aiming to end homelessness one person at a time. Their vision is a community united against homelessness, promoting spiritual growth and personal transformation[4].

History

Over the years, Atlanta Mission has expanded its services, becoming a pioneering force in supporting homeless women from as early as 1969. It continued to grow, changing its name from Atlanta Union Mission to Atlanta Mission in 2010[4].