About
Building a community of hope around those who struggle with poverty and homelessness.
Our Mission
In service to social justice, Advent House Ministries empowers equity for all people through support to build and promote safety, stability and sustainability of basic human needs.
Our Vision
In order to build a community of empowered equity, Advent House Ministries is committed to constructive and collaborative leadership, strong community partnerships and a passion for breaking down barriers, while providing a foundation of service that restores dignity to all community members we serve.
Our Impact
Advent House Ministries is committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Here’s what we’ve achieved so far:
Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) & Rapid Rehousing (RRH) Programs:
- 161 individuals (adults and children) supported through housing programs.
- 65 persons served from special populations, including young adults, veterans, seniors, and domestic violence survivors.
- 11 individuals achieved permanent housing this year.
- 28 individuals (adults and children) received Thanksgiving baskets.
- Anticipating assisting 10 individuals for Christmas support.
Weekend Day Shelter (January 1 – November 18, 2024):
- 33,975 meals served.
- 2,132 individuals provided essential services.
- 160 veterans, 70 children, and 280 senior citizens received support.
Housing Navigation Program (HNP):
- 210 households enrolled and served.
Special populations include 4 seniors (65+ years old), 4 transgender individuals, and 3 veterans.
- 30 households secured permanent housing through HNP services.
- 21 referrals received in the past two months (October & November 2024).
Your support helps make these achievements possible. Together, we are creating stability, safety, and sustainability for our community.
Core Values
- Hope & Inspiration — to assist with physical, emotional and spiritual resources that improve quality of life.
- Nonjudgment & Empathy — to allow people to authentically be themselves and gain support that accurately fits their needs.
- Diversity & Equity — to provide opportunities for people of all backgrounds and levels of society.
- Autonomy & Accomplishment — to support and respect the self-determination of all people served.
Location
We are located within North Westminster Presbyterian Church at the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Oakland Avenue.
ADDRESS:
743 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Lansing, MI 48915
Staff
Susan Cancro
Executive Director
Working at Advent House this many years has been the source of great inspiration as I’ve had the honor to be a help to so many wonderful people.
Adrian Kirkpatrick
Administrative Assistant
My passion lies in collaborating with individuals to create a positive impact on the community. I aspire to establish equal opportunities that benefit all members of society.
Careers
Current Openings:
While we are not currently hiring, we are always interested in connecting with individuals who are passionate about human services and serving the unhoused community. If you would like to be considered in the future for opportunities, as they arise. please submit a resume and cover letter expressing your interest to: social@adventhouse.com.
Contact Us
PHONE: 517-485-4722
FAX: 517-485-2837
EMAIL: social@adventhouse.com
FAQ
- Q: How do I get housing help?
A: Please contact us to discuss your housing situation to see how we can help.
- Q: What are Weekend Day Shelter hours?
A: Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Q: If I’m hungry, how can you help?
A: During business hours, we provide sack lunches when available to anyone in need who comes to our door. We also provide contacts to community resources.
- Q: If I’m on the street, how can you help?
A: We will put you in contact with a member of one of our outreach teams.
Donate
Your donation will help Advent House provide food, housing and hope to people who need them in our community.
Amazon Wish List
Our Amazon Wish List is regularly updated with our most needed items. Amazon will ship purchases directly to Advent House and we’ll distribute your donated goods free of charge to individuals in need.
