named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Drop-in Lunch Program
Provides free meals to individuals in need; served 10,150 people in 2024
Food Pantry
Distributes groceries to food-insecure individuals and families; provided for 6,525 people in 2024
Housing Placement Services
Assists individuals and families in securing safe, affordable housing; supported 235 households since 2015
Life Skills Mentor Program
Peer-led mentoring to help individuals transition from homelessness to independent living
Permanent Supportive Housing
Offers stable housing for adults experiencing chronic homelessness, with wraparound support services
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 2 activities
- Operating a food pantry and distributing groceriesDistributes groceries to clients through a food pantry program, providing a three-day emergency supply of food and essential items every 30 days. Served 6,525 individuals in 2024 with fruits, vegetables, dairy, proteins, grains, and hygiene products, in compliance with Foodlink guidelines.
- Operating a soup kitchen and dining programProvides free hot meals to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity through a soup kitchen and dining room service, serving 10,150 people in 2024. Volunteers and staff also provide social engagement opportunities such as card games and chess in a safe, welcoming environment.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Providing life skills mentoring and case managementOffers life skills mentoring and on-site case management to individuals transitioning from homelessness to stable housing, including peer mentoring services integrated into housing programs to support long-term self-sufficiency.
- Providing permanent supportive housingOperates Mamczur Place, a permanent supportive housing facility with six one-bedroom furnished apartments for chronically homeless individuals. Since 2020, has provided stable housing with on-site case management and peer mentoring, with residents maintaining housing for five or more years.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Operating an integrated service model for self-sufficiencyImplements the Dimitri Spectrum of Care, an integrated service model that addresses food and housing insecurity while supporting clients’ progress toward self-sufficiency through coordinated direct services.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Providing seasonal and holiday food supportOffers targeted food assistance during key times of the year, including distributing food baskets to families during Thanksgiving and providing food support to children and families during summer months when school meals are unavailable.
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
- Providing secure and affordable housing placementPlaces individuals and families into secure, safe, and affordable permanent housing as a pathway to stability and independence. Has housed 235 individuals and families between 2015 and 2024, including through financial assistance for security deposits provided via referrals from care and case management agencies.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$485K
Contributions & grants$474K98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$8K2%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$481K
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$166K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.05M
Cash$721K
Investments$0
Liabilities$122
Net assets$2.05M
Liquid reserves18.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +6.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- AMY EDWARDS — President
- ANJILL LEE BURR — Director
- BECCA MADDOCK — Director
- BRIANNA RAWLEIGH — Treasurer
- DIANE CASEY — Director
- EUGENE RENNER — Secretary
- EUGENE ROGALSKI — Vice President
- HEIDI MARKHAM — Director
- JOHN CHAPMAN — Director
- MARIETTA SMITHRAND — Director
- MICHAEL HARREN — Director
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Asbury First United Methodist Church Partner — Community partner providing support services such as case management, counseling, and basic needs assistance.
- Catholic Charities Family and Community Services Partner — Partner organization providing case management, counseling, and family support services.
- Center for Disability Rights Partner — Advocacy and service partner supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Episcopal Senior Life Communities Partner — Community partner assisting with senior housing, case management, and supportive services.
- Excellus Partner — Healthcare partner supporting access to physical and mental health care services.
- Finger Lakes Area Counseling & Recovery Agency Partner — Partner agency offering counseling and substance use treatment services.
- FoodLink Partner — Food distribution partner supporting access to nutritious food.
- Foodlink Partner — Collaborates with Foodlink by following their guidelines for food packaging in the food pantry program.
- HCR Home Care Partner — Community partner providing home care and supportive health services.
- Hillside Partner — Partner agency offering youth services, behavioral health, and family support.
- Ibero-American Action League Partner — Community-based partner serving Latino populations with language, employment, and social services.
- Judicial Process Commission Partner — Partner organization involved in legal and systems advocacy for vulnerable populations.
- Let's End Homelessness Partner — Partner organization referenced for data on homelessness in Monroe County.
- Liberty Resources Partner — Community partner offering housing, recovery, and employment support services.
- Library Resource Outreach Center Partner — Community partner providing outreach, literacy, and resource navigation support.
- MC Collaborative Partner — Collaborative network partner working to align services and reduce duplication.
- Matthew’s Closet Partner — Partner organization providing clothing and essential items to individuals in need.
- Monroe County Department of Human Services Government — Government agency partner assisting with public benefits, housing, and financial assistance programs.
- Monroe County Office of Mental Health Government — Government affiliate providing mental health services and treatment programs.
- Monroe Plan for Medical Care Partner — Healthcare access partner assisting with medical coverage and care coordination.
- New York State Partner — Collaborated with Dimitri House on the construction and development of Mamczur Place.
- Office of Mental Health’s Rapid Engagement Delivery Program Government — State-affiliated program providing rapid mental health outreach and engagement services.
- Partners Ending Homelessness Partner — Collaborative partner focused on coordinated efforts to prevent and end homelessness.
- PathStone Partner — Partner organization offering housing, financial assistance, and life skills training.
- Person Centered Housing Options Partner — Housing partner focused on individualized, supportive housing solutions.
- Project Haven Partner — Housing and support services partner assisting individuals transitioning from homelessness.
- Rochester City School District Partner — Education partner supporting youth and families with resources and referrals.
- Rochester Regional Health Partner — Healthcare partner delivering physical and mental health care services.
- Strong Ties Community Support Clinic Partner — Mental health and recovery support partner offering community-based clinical services.
- The Community Place of Greater Rochester Partner — Community center partner offering meals, showers, and support services for people experiencing homelessness.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Housing-First Approachmethodology: housing_firstBy providing permanent housing as a foundational step, the organization enables stability and progress toward self-sufficiency, because housing security is a prerequisite for individuals to engage in personal development and access supportive services.
- Interconnected Spectrum of Caremethodology: spectrum_of_careBy addressing food and housing insecurity simultaneously through an integrated service model, the organization creates a holistic pathway to self-sufficiency, because co-occurring basic needs must be met together to produce lasting change.
- Relationship-Based Support Centered on Love and Acceptancemethodology: love-and-acceptance-centered serviceBy serving individuals with love, acceptance, and dignity, the organization fosters trust and engagement that support long-term journeys toward self-sufficiency, because emotional safety and belonging are catalysts for personal transformation.