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A Safe Haven for Those in Need

Providing shelter, support, and hope for the homeless in our community.

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Welcome to Sanford Outreach Mission

Providing shelter, support, and a path forward for those in need.

Sanford Outreach Mission is dedicated to offering safe housing, essential resources, and compassionate care to individuals experiencing homelessness. We welcome everyone, including those overcoming addiction, and focus on rebuilding lives one step at a time.

  • Become a Volunteer

Join our mission to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Your time and support help us provide essential services to the community.

  • Quick Fundraising

Your donations go directly to providing shelter, meals, and assistance to those facing homelessness. Every contribution helps put lives back together.

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We Believe We Can Change Lives

Providing shelter, support, and hope to those experiencing homelessness.

Sanford Outreach Mission is committed to helping individuals rebuild their lives by offering safe housing, essential resources, and a supportive community.

Shelters

A safe place to stay for those without a home, including our 90-Day Housing Program and 30-Day Lottery Bed options.

Intake

Guidance and resources to help individuals transition from homelessness to independent living.

Housing First

A welcoming environment for those overcoming addiction, ensuring dignity and support without barriers.

Our Partners

Nutritious meals and basic necessities to help those in need regain strength and stability.

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What They Are Saying?

i stayed there for 2 month and i just moved into my new apartment 3 weeks ago and i just wanted to say that if you really need help OMI will stand behind you. I will never forget none of the staff Ms Linda Ms Sue Ms Bridget and Ms Laura hope i spelled her name right and others .YOU QUEENS ROCK and i love you all thanks for every thing that you guys done for me and i pray that GOD continue to bless you ALL I Love OMI for life.

Nadine Richardson

Low-barrier shelter. I love the people who run this shelter; they are amazing! These are people who put their time and talent at no cost to help out those in our community, who are in need.

Jenny Cabrera

Even during this COVID-19 pandemic the clients in these two shelters Still yearn for their own home. Yet, they know they have safety and all necessities while being here because OMI Board of Directors continues to care about them.

Marcia Johnson

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How You Can Help

Become a Volunteer

Offer your time and skills to help provide shelter, meals, and support to those in need.

Spread Awareness

Share our mission with your community and help us reach more people who can offer support.

Help By Donating

Your contributions go directly toward housing, meals, and essential services for those facing homelessness.

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About Sanford Outreach Mission

Providing shelter, support, and hope for those experiencing homelessness.

At Sanford Outreach Mission, we believe that everyone deserves a second chance. Our mission is to provide safe housing, essential resources, and compassionate support to individuals facing homelessness—especially those overcoming addiction or other hardships. We are committed to lowering barriers to assistance, welcoming those in need, and helping them regain stability.

  • Become a Volunteer

Make a difference by offering your time and skills to support our shelter and programs. Volunteers are essential in providing meals, organizing donations, and mentoring residents.

  • Quick Fundraising

Your financial contributions help us provide housing, meals, and resources to those in crisis. Every donation, big or small, makes an impact.

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Our Mission

Our mission is “to reach out to any person or persons in need, providing food clothing, hot bath, shelter and emotional support.” Outreach Mission helps people turn their lives around by giving them hope and a desire for a better quality of life 365 days per year. Our Office is Located at 705 Chatham street in Sanford, North Carolina, we are a “Low-Barrier” 24-hour 7 day a week emergency shelter. Eligible participants must be currently HUD homeless by definition, i.e., people who are living in a place not meant for human habitation.  Clients must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or guardian if less than 18. Men’s shelter does not take children.  The Office opens at 8am and closes at 5pm week days, Shift supervisors are on duty 8am – 11pm nightly and weekends.  Both shelters are equipped with an alarm system and cameras for security.  Curfew is 10:00 pm each night and the alarms are set at 10:00 pm.

Providing Emergency Shelter

Offering 90-Day Housing and 30-Day Lottery Beds for those experiencing homelessness.

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Supporting Individuals in Crisis

A welcoming environment for those overcoming addiction, ensuring they receive the care and support needed to rebuild their lives.

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Helping Families in Need

Providing food, clothing, and essential resources to those struggling to meet basic needs.

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Join Us in Making an Impact

The best way to make a difference is to take action. Whether by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word, you can help rebuild lives, one piece at a time.

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About Sanford Outreach Mission

After becoming incorporated in 1988, OMI continued to operate out of the 705 Chatham Street shelter.  In the early 1990’s, OMI purchased a home at 507 Third Street to renovate for a women’s shelter.  For the next 20 years, both shelters were operated by churches and the Board of Directors, helping an average of 70 people per year.

 

In May 2018, the OMI Board of Directors expanded the mission’s goals to help more people. OMI opened 24 hours a day, seven days a week, increased bed capacity, and incorporated the “Low Barrier, Housing First” approach.  After going to this new operating philosophy in 2018, OMI helped 249 the first year.

  
In 2019, OMI added full-time and part-time staff, plus volunteers. The board created an operations manual, standard operating procedures, fiscal policies, installed security cameras, and implemented a coordinated entry/intake plan with the help of United Way’s 2-1-1 system. Staff were trained to enter client data in the statewide HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), which is maintained by the North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness.  
 

In 2019 we helped another 249 people experiencing Homelessness, get their lives back, one person at a time.  
 

‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to me.’ Matthew 25:40 NKJV

Board Of Directors

Hamer Carter

President

Hamer Carter

President

Lillian Hatton

Treasurer

Lillian Hatton

treasurer

Tim Burriss

Recording Secretary

Tim Burriss

Recording Secretary

Mandy Moss

Corresponding Secretary

Mandy Moss

Corresponding Secretary

General Board Members

Earl Murphy

Earl Murphy

Jenny Cabrera

Jenny Cabrera

Steven Hill

Steven Hill

Samuel Parker

Samuel Parker

David McBurnett

David McBurnett

Patricia Hawes

Patricia Hawes

Katherine Holt

Katherine Holt

Shelter Staff

Laura Spivey

Executive Director

Laura Spivey

Executive Director

Hasina Currie-Bender

Intake/HMIS Specialist

Hasina Currie-Bender

Intake/HMIS Specialist

Janice Walker

Men’s Shelter, Case Manager

Janice Walker

Men’s Shelter
Case Manager

Bridget McNeill

Women's Shelter, Case manager

Bridget McNeill

Women's Shelter
Case manager

Chris Brunst

Street Outreach Case manager

Chris Brunst

Street Outreach
Case manager

Wanda Person

Shelter Supervisor

Wanda Person

Wanda Person
Shelter Supervisor

Lester Gill

Shelter Supervisor

Lester Gill

Shelter Supervisor

Barry McCormick

Shelter Supervisor

Barry McCormick

Shelter Supervisor

Denise Garason

Shelter Supervisor

Denise Garason

Shelter Supervisor

Tiffinay Terry

Shelter Supervisor

Tiffinay Terry

Shelter Supervisor

Bertha Brown-Minter

Shelter Supervisor

Bertha Brown-Minter

Shelter Supervisor

Ambassadors

Marcia Johnson

Marcia Johnson

Claire Hunt

Claire Hunt

Jayne Holland

Jayne Holland

Neil Coggins

Neil Coggins

Todd Schooly

Todd Schooly

Join Us in Making an Impact

The best way to make a difference is to take action. Whether by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word, you can help rebuild lives, one piece at a time.

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Success Storys

Novellas Story

Tim’s Story

Tim had been living on the streets for 7 to 10 years. Struggling with untreated mental health challenges, he had become extremely withdrawn and fearful of authority figures. He hadn’t bathed in nearly a year, his hair was matted, and he was covered in dirt and the smell of urine.

Despite his resistance to social interaction, the men’s shelter case manager and one of the residents began bringing Tim a cup of coffee each day. Occasionally, he would accept a cookie or Danish from their food runs. Every visit was a gentle invitation: “Come by the shelter—have a bath, get a warm meal.”

One day, to everyone’s surprise, Tim said yes.

He came to the shelter, bathed, changed into clean clothes, and fell asleep in the living room. When he woke, he asked to be taken back to where he had been staying. On the way, the case manager asked if he had ever visited Daymark, a local mental health provider. Tim replied that he had, but it had been a long time. With compassion and persistence, the case manager convinced Tim to go inside and speak with a doctor.

Recognizing his condition, Daymark staff admitted Tim to the hospital for three days. He received medication and was stabilized. Upon discharge, he returned to the men’s shelter on Chatham Street, choosing to give it a try.

Over time, Tim began taking his medication consistently. He grew more talkative and social. One day, he even agreed to a haircut—and the transformation was remarkable.

In daily meetings with the case manager, they discovered that Tim had a daughter in Virginia. She had been searching for her father for over five years and was relieved and overjoyed to hear he was safe. She also informed them that Tim was receiving SSDI payments.

Together, they visited the Social Security office and learned Tim had over $20,000 in unclaimed benefits stored in a federal account. He requested a debit card, which arrived at the shelter within three days. With it, he bought new clothes and traveled to Virginia to reconnect with his family.

Now housed and connected with a mental health provider, Tim continues to thrive. He checks in monthly with the case manager and has only returned once—to say thank you.

Names and details have been changed to protect privacy.

Susan’s Story

Susan, a middle-aged woman recently divorced, was left with no support system, mounting medical bills, and no financial safety net. After losing her apartment, she lived in her car for several weeks.

She was eventually referred to the OMI women’s shelter through the 2-1-1 crisis system. During intake, case workers recognized that Susan had strong work skills and a dedicated work ethic.

She joined the re-housing program, which provided a structured plan to help her find employment, save money, and secure stable housing. In a short time, she secured a job in the healthcare field and began saving for rent and utility deposits.

While working, Susan also focused on repairing her credit. After three months, she had saved enough money and found a small house in a safe neighborhood.

Today, Susan is back on her feet—employed, independent, and building a brighter future.

Tasha’s Story

Tasha became homeless after a divorce, even though she held a full-time position in healthcare. She struggled with money management, and it wasn’t long before she was evicted.

Her church referred her to Outreach Mission, where case managers saw her strong work history and recognized that financial counseling was her key need.

She was referred to Life Skills Training through the Salvation Army, while also participating in a savings and housing plan at the women’s shelter.

Thanks to the support and the stability of shelter housing, Tasha was able to save enough money within two months to pay for rent and deposits. With the help of a local realtor, she found a small home near her workplace.

Tasha has now been living independently for over a year, thriving with the tools and support that helped her regain control of her life.

Events

2024 marks the 6th year of our 

Home For the Holidays Fundraiser!

The shed this year is an impressive 10X12

with a side door.

(Last year we surpassed our $10,000 goal, raising a whopping $26,947).

Let’s make this year the best one yet!

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Buy your tickets online or from any of our Board members!

At the Fair

Visit us at the Lee County Regional Fair from September 11 – 15.  OMI will have a booth to educate fair goers about homelessness in our community. Tickets for our “Home For The Holidays” fundraiser were also for sale.

Fundraisers to Come:

FILL-A-MUG FUNDRAISER

Fill a mug with Soup and help a homeless person have a bed and a meal for a day. 

Be a Soup-Er Hero!

Fundraiser to benefit OMI’s pantry. A Grab-and-Go Event which includes a choice of soup, homemade bread, and a commemorative pottery mug from DK Clay Pottery!

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​ SUSTAINABILITY DINNER FUNDRAISER

Stay tuned for more information about the Business Breakfast Fundraiser.

 

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