Saint Mark Outreach center for men is a long term outreach not an emergency shelter. We are an outreach center bridging the gap between being homeless and getting a person back on their feet.

St. Mark Outreachcenter is dedicated to providing homeless and displaced men with the tools and direction to become independent as well as sustain self-reliance. Our center is a non-profit, charitable, tax exempt, 501(c)(3) organization under the Genuine Byzantine Orthodox Church. It is a faith-based home open to people of all faiths and backgrounds. We at St. Mark believe that in providing the opportunity to improve their lives that the individual, as well as the community, benefits from them becoming productive members of society. 

At St. Mark individuals are provided with job search assistance, transportation facilitation, a permanent address/residence, meals, referrals for drug/alcohol and mental health, and on-site pastoral counseling is available. We at St. Mark believe in a holistic approach to improving an individuals’ quality of life in mind, body, and spirit. We provide both spiritual and physical food to nourish both their soul and body.

“Help us to help others”
We are not an emergency or overnight shelter. We provide long-term or “bridge” housing.  Please see requirements for residency. We normally accept applications for residency from other centers/programs but we also accept individuals that applies directly to the program

Residents Requirements

Residents must be ready to make the changes in their lives necessary to transition to independent living. We do not discriminate based on age, color, creed, or ability to pay. We need to know about any criminal, mental illness, or substance abuse history in order to best connect those people to the resources necessary for rehabilitation. These will not be impediments for acceptance. Unfortunately we are not able to accept registered sex offenders. The application for residency requires 1-2 days for processing as well as an interview process.

The application can be downloaded below as well as the house rules. Remember to be honest; we need to know where you came from so we can get you to where you want to go. Most of our policies are based on common sense and respect for others. Some rules are as follows:

• You are to live in the house here and will require permission to leave for an emergency, personal business, or otherwise before doing so, and return by the time agreed upon.
• You are allowed to make two Personal calls from the house phone daily and your family may come to visit you once per month, and when necessary and made known in advance to the director of the house.
• Theft is not tolerated.
• Alcohol and Smoking is strictly prohibited.
• If you suffered from drinking and smoking but need help to stop, the clergy can help you in a gradual process with your cooperation.
• No controlled substances in your room unless they have been prescribed by a physician and the clergy must be aware.
• Foul or offensive language are not allowed, and you may not make bigoted comments on the property.
• Jeans or tank tops are not allowed. T-shirts with suggestive or inappropriate designs or writing may not be worn on the property.
• Jewelry or earrings may not be worn, except religious items.
• Normal dress is sweatpants and t-shirts. You will be provided them if you do not have them. Black dress pants may be worn to chapel.
• Respect the clergies and fellow residents.
• No cell phones and laptops in your room without prior permission and according to the rules for having such.
• Keep your area or appointed space neat and clean, do your laundry when assigned; maintain good hygiene.
• Lights and televisions are to be off by midnight.
• Any income must be reported and you will be informed of how much should be contributed to the community.
• Spiritual/beneficial reading is encouraged for all residents.

Once the application is recieved arrangements will be made for an interview. During the interview we will assess your needs and answer any questions about what will be expected of you here. If our facility is full you will be put on a waiting list. Applications can be sent by e-mail, mail, or in person. If you need more clarification you can contact us here

Application          House Rules