Causes: Christianity, Employment Preparation & Procurement, Homeless & Housing, Homeless Centers, Homeless Shelters, Human Services, Job Training, Religion

Mission: Central Iowa Shelter & Services' mission is to provide free shelter and meals to homeless adults regardless of physical or emotional conditions, and to facilitate their move toward self-sufficiency.

Target demographics: Homeless Adults (18+)

Direct beneficiaries per year: almost 2,000 unduplicated individuals through our homeless opportunity center

Geographic areas served: Central Iowa

Programs: emergency shelter, transitional and permanent housing with a community service wing providing an on-site health clinic, food pantry, clothing closet and classroom.