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The Chinese proverbs says, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Mine started with a 24 hour walk. But wait, I am getting ahead of myself.

CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries, Dennis Van Kampen, addresses the myth that getting someone off the street is as easy as just getting a job. At MTM we have found that there could be many barriers to housing apart from unemployment.

CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries, Dennis Van Kampen, shares what the face of homelessness really looks like, and it might surprise you.

Dennis Van Kampen, CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries, talks about the old Mission model of making people go to chapel in order to get a meal and a bed, and how MTM is taking a new approach - one that offers choices and actually leads more people to a relationship with Jesus.

We've heard that visitors are hesitant to visit the Mission because they believe it's dangerous. Let's bust the myth!

Housing and Urban Development estimates that nearly 30% of people experiencing homelessness are outside cities.

90% of women who are experiencing homelessness have been victims of domestic violence. At Mel Trotter, these women can heal, their lives can be restored and they can find a home.

Tim knows exactly when his charmed life became disenchanted. But all that changed with one poor decision.

How can so many of our neighbors end up on the streets, in cars, tents, shelters, or on couches in our city? Some of the most significant factors include substance abuse, domestic violence, and injuries or illnesses. Learn more here.