About Us
Serving as a Gateway to Hope
Gateway Mission serves as a first step toward a new life for homeless men, women and children across West Michigan.
We provide emergency services and long-term discipleship programs that offer help and lasting hope. This Christ-centered care helps our neighbors overcome the root issues of poverty, addiction and homelessness so they can rebuild their lives, from the inside out.
Our desire is to help every person who walks through our doors experience lasting transformation… From broken to beautiful. From lost to loved. From hopeless to hopeful.
Join us in our life-changing mission! Help hurting people discover God’s love here – and the chance to build a life of dignity and renewed purpose.
Our Mission
To declare and demonstrate the love of Christ by providing housing and programs for the homeless and less fortunate.
Our Vision
To equip each person we serve to follow Jesus and live as a productive citizen.
How We Do It
We foster spaces where Christ-centered, Spirit-led transformation brings lasting life change.
Our Impact
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“Gateway captures what we hope to inspire within the hearts and lives of everyone who comes to the Mission – serving as a gateway to a whole new life here on earth and eternal life in the arms of a loving God.”
Jay Riemersma | Executive Director
Our Values
To share God’s love and grace by creating an environment that reflects our most important values…
Gospel-Centered
We lead with the Gospel, recognizing it as God's gift to humanity through Jesus Christ. We extend grace, hope, and dignity to all, reflecting the love first shown to us. Our programs and teachings are rooted in the core message of salvation through Jesus, bringing hope and renewal to everyone we serve.
Relationship-Driven
Created in God's image for relationships, we commit to nurturing individuals and strengthening our community. We treat everyone as if they were Christ himself, understanding that relationships based on love, respect, and accountability are essential for healing, personal growth, and community building. Our staff, guests, volunteers, and donors work together in a supportive partnership.
Transformation-Focused
We believe in the transformative power of God and the potential within each person. While God transforms the heart, we provide resources and support for ongoing growth and accountability. We value personal responsibility and effort in the journey of recovery and growth. Our mission guides individuals from brokenness toward wholeness in Christ, addressing both spiritual and practical needs through our programs.
Our Financials
Gateway Mission is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit corporation. The ministry is supported by private, tax-deductible donations like yours. A significant portion of our funding comes from individuals. Gateway Mission receives no funds from governmental agencies.
Gateway’s fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30, and Gateway’s finances are audited annually by an independent accounting firm. As a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, Gateway’s financial practices must fall within the strict guidelines of the ECFA.
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