MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Bethany Housing, Inc. is to minister to individuals and families by providing affordable, decent housing and support during their transition to more permanent housing.

PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of Bethany Housing Ministries, Inc. is to act as an advocate for persons facing housing needs, especially those who are displaced or at risk of displacement. Bethany Housing Ministries, Inc. may own properties and/or operate needed programs, assist economic development, provide social services, and nurture spiritual programs and services that foster the stabilization and empowerment of the community in Bethany’s neighborhood. Rental Properties will be provided on an interdenominational and interracial basis and will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, physical disability, or place of national origin.

BACKGROUND
Bethany Housing Ministries (BHM) began as an outreach ministry of Bethany Christian Reformed Church with one house available to help a family in need. In 1992 it was organized as a separate 501(c)(3) with an independent board up of people from a variety of churches interested in ministry to the homeless. Over the years, BHM has acquired additional properties and renovated them for transitional housing. BHM became a Community Housing Development Organization in the City of Muskegon. In 2005, we have four homes and three apartment houses.

In addition to our properties, we have developed a case management program, recruited mentors and developed partnerships with several neighborhood churches. Support programs currently include, faith exploration, understanding emotions, parenting, budgeting and through partner churches bible study and other faith-based support programs. Bethany Christian Reformed Church continues to donate office and program space. BHM became part of the Continuum of Care for Muskegon County and is a member of the Community Coordinating Council. We have been awarded Emergency Shelter Grants from MSHDA.

We now can serve 16 families and currently have 35 adults and 21 children in our program. Bethany Housing Ministries, Inc. is the only transitional housing program that can serve whole families in Muskegon County.

Whether you’re able to be a mentor, a volunteer, or even perhaps be in a situation to contribute much needed funds, all help is very much appreciated and needed.

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