About Boise Rescue Mission Ministries
Since 1958, Boise Rescue Mission Ministries has been restoring faith, hope and family across the Treasure Valley. Today, we serve the homeless and addicted of Boise, Nampa and surrounding areas from six unique locations in Ada and Canyon counties.
At Boise Rescue Mission Ministries, we see homelessness in its entirety. For us, taking care of homeless men, women and children isn’t simply about addressing physical needs — food, shelter, clothing — it’s just as much about addressing mental, emotional and spiritual needs.
Our Mission Statement
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries reaches out to the community by teaching the Word of God and providing food, shelter, clothing and opportunities to recover from homelessness for men, women and children in need.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I volunteer? Do you accept all ages?
To volunteer at one of our facilities, simply fill out the appropriate volunteer form. A member of our volunteer staff will contact you to arrange details.
We can accommodate volunteers of all ages and abilities — simply notate any special needs on your application.
I need help. Do you have room at your shelters?
Space at our facilities fluctuates depending on the time of year, but we will never turn away a person in need. If our beds are full, we have mats to accommodate extra guests — no prior arrangements needed. Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. daily at all of our shelters.
If you are in need of services beyond food and shelter, we also provide addiction recovery, veteran-specific programs and more.
Do you require chapel attendance in order to receive assistance?
No. We offer chapel to those who are interested, but it is never required in exchange for a meal or place to sleep.
Can I host an event or food drive on your behalf?
Yes! Click here to send us your contact info and our Events Coordinator, Kelsey Verbanac, will get in touch with you to discuss details. To contact Kelsey directly, email Kelseyv@boiserm.org, or call 208-343-2389.
Where can I drop off my donations? What do you accept?
We accept donations of money, perishable and nonperishable food, household items, furniture, clothing, hygiene items, baby supplies, etc.
You can find a list of our most urgent needs here.
To arrange a pick-up or make an inquiry, call 208-343-2389.
Donation Centers
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries Ministry Center
308 S. 24th St (on the corner of 24th and Fairview)
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 208-389-9840
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (For after hours, please leave your donations in the bin located at the side of building.)
Lighthouse Rescue Mission
304 16th Ave. North
Nampa, ID 83687
Phone: 208-461-5030
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Daily)
The Rescue Mission Thrift Store
1215 12th Avenue South,
Nampa, ID 83651
Phone: 208-466-4006
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Winter Hours)
Monday – Saturday (Closed Sunday)
How do I get a copy of last year’s donations for my taxes?
We will mail your gift history for tax purposes by January 31st of each year. Any other time of year, we are happy to provide you with a copy of your giving history. Send your request to joycef@boiserm.org and be sure to include your name and mailing address.
Donor Privacy Policy
Boise Rescue Mission respects the privacy of our visitors and does not collect any personal information.
We do not attempt to track individuals in any manner and we do not link the web information to any other databases with the purpose of identifying individual website users. We do not track IP addresses or deposit any “cookies” in an attempt to gain information about website users. Personal information provided voluntarily to our organization, whether online, in person, or over the phone, is accessible to limited members of our staff and is stored securely.
Boise Rescue Mission does not rent, sell, or share donor information with anyone.
When visiting links to other sites, we encourage you to review the privacy policies and statements of each site you visit.
Any questions and comments regarding the Privacy Policy should be directed to:
Phone: 208-343-2389
Email: info@boiserm.org
Address: 308 S. 24th Street, Boise, ID 83702
Our Financials
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN 82-0259387). All donations to the Mission are tax-deductible by the IRS. We receive no government funding. Individual contributions make up the largest portion of our income, with additional support provided by businesses, churches and other organizations.
2013-2014 Annual Report
2014-2015 Annual Report
2015-2016 Annual Report
2013-2014 Form 990
2014-2015 Form 990
2015-2016 Form 990
Boise Rescue Mission Financial Statements 2014
Boise Rescue Mission Financial Statements 2015
Boise Rescue Mission Financial Statements 2016
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries is the primary provider of homeless services in the state of Idaho with four shelters, a Thrift Store, and our Ministry Center/Warehouse in Ada and Canyon counties. Our homeless ministry serves men, women and children across Treasure Valley through shelter, food, addiction recovery and much more.