COVID-19
In this challenging time, Hope Ministries remains committed to the health and safety of the people we serve, our staff, and our volunteers. We will continue to make most responsible decisions we can throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have questions regarding our services, please email info@hopeiowa.org.
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Check here for Hope Cafe to-go meal information.
Faithfully Serving
Hope Ministries provides food, clothing, shelter and life recovery support for men, women and children in desperate need. With seven ministry centers around Des Moines, our goal is to provide rescue, recovery and restoration to change people’s lives forever.
How You Help
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MEALS
189,648
meals served
SHELTER
68,556
nights of shelter
We provide free and safe shelter for men, women and children who are homeless and hurting.
LIFE RECOVERY
556
life recovery participants
Through classes, counseling, work skills training and more, our free life recovery programs offer lasting transformation.
*Statistics from 2019
From Homeless to Hope
Homeless to Hope
Homeless to Hope
Donnie was living in a tent camp when he began eating at Hope Cafe.
Now he's discovering the joy of life transformation!
Angel's Summer of Hope
Angel's Summer of Hope
Angel's Summer of Hope
From homeless and alone to faith-filled and hopeful,
Angel's story of life transformation is inspiring!
"More than I imagined"
"More than I imagined"
"More than I imagined"
Childhood tragedy led Nick into a twenty-year addiction
but God worked in a miracle in his life!
Filled with Purpose
Filled with Purpose
Filled with Purpose
Years of addiction led 29-year-old Brea on a downward spiral
until she traded her jail cell for the promise of a fresh start.
How You
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Feed, shelter and transform lives with your gift
