Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission

Contact Information

Rick Redding

Executive Director

775-323-0386

rick@rsgm.org

2115 Timber Way

Reno, NV 89512

Social Media: Website, Facebook, Twitter

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Organization Information

Mission: The Mission is Northern Nevada's largest privately funded Christian ministry to the homeless, addicted, hungry and poor. Each year, we serve 200,000 meals; house 40,000 men and women; provide addiction recovery for hundreds of substance abusers; and distribute thousands of bags of free food and free clothing to the area's hurting and poor.

Sector(s):

Service Area: Reno-Sparks

501c(3) Organization? Yes

Founded: 1963

Volunteering

Seeking Board Members? Yes

Volunteer Needs: Preparing and serving meals to the homeless; Working with clients in a vocational training situation (skills in warehouse work, woodshop, large appliance repair, etc. are needed); Thrift store and retail-type opportunities.

Group Volunteering Available? Yes

Comment: Church and business groups as well as families and friends team up to prepare and serve nightly meals to the homeless as well as group projects such as helping out at our thrift stores or warehouse.

Accepted Age Groups: Youth (grades 9-12), Young Professionals (22-39), Seniors (age 65+)

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Skills-Based Opportunities? Yes

Comment: Especially needed are those trained in woodworking, vehicle maintenance/repair; large appliance repair; computers and electronics repair.

Giving

Giving Needs: Operations, Programs, Capital, Endowment,

Development Plan? Yes

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Wish List? Yes

Comment: Endowments, estate planning/bequests to help feed and shelter the homeless.

Major Giving? No

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Special Events aimed to: Raise Funds, Create Awareness, Educate/Train, Recognize Supporters

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Volunteers Needed? Yes

Sponsorships Available? Yes