ABOUT

Our Vision

To provide access for any adult individual to the opportunities they need to eradicate the physical, mental and spiritual poverties of their life.

Our Mission

Eradicate poverty:  body (physical poverty), mind (soul poverty), and spirit (spiritual poverty).

Our Core Values:

Some of the behaviors you will see lived out through our programs and services by our staff include the following core values:

Christ Centered: Following the example of Christ, our actions are guided with compassion, integrity, and service; fostering a culture of faith, kindness, and respect.

  • Galatians 2:20 “My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So, I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Relational: Cultivating meaningful connections, trust, and collaboration among team members, guests, and community members; fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

  • John 13:34– “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another.”

Innovative: Embracing creativity, forward-thinking, and continuous improvement to drive groundbreaking solutions and be a leader in setting industry standards.

  • Ephesians 2:10– “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared in advance for us to do”

Solution Oriented: Committed to proactive problem-solving, resilience, and adaptability; fostering a culture where challenges are opportunities for innovation and growth.

  • Philippians 4:13– “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me”

Gritty: Demonstrating perseverance, determination, and resilience in the face of obstacles, moving the mission forward with unwavering commitment.

  • James 2:14-17 “What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

Our Staff

CEO


Ann Ebbert

419-214-4160

President


Rachel Gagnon

419-214-4038


Executive Assistant


Lesley Watson

419-214-3010

Vice President, Programs & Services


Jessica Spann

567-661-0382

Vice President, Development & Strategic Advancement


Shannon Nowak

567-420-1473


Vice President, Operations


Jason McClellan

419-214-4062

Vice President, Workforce Development


Carrie Arnold

567-661-0362


Program Manager


Nora Riggs

419-214-3879

Guest Services Manager


Shawn McNeal

567-661-0015


Donor Relations Manager


419-214-3312

 Human Resources Manager


Jim Casteel

419-214-3356


Operations Manager


Kary Jo Gribble

419-214-3322

Logistics Manager


Nick Casteel

419-214-3998


Discipleship Manager


Dustin Schmidt

419-214-3712

Volunteer Coordinator


Sherry Bruinsma

419-214-3419


Workforce Development Manager


Dee Washington

419-214-6776

Food Truck Manager


Heather Williams

567-420-1474

Mrs. Ann Ebbert


CEO
Cherry Street Mission Ministries

Mr. Houston Young


Chair
Owens Corning

Ms. Laura Rerucha


Vice Chair
Professional EOS Implementer, EOS Worldwide


Mrs. Christine Sweeney


Secretary
Executive Director, Art Tatum Zone and The Tabernacle, Pastor

Mr. Carter Bayer


Director
Croak Asset Management

Mr. Matt Britt


Treasurer
Owens Corning


Mr. Paul Croy


RCO Law

Ms. Jessica Henry


Mercy Health

Mr. Jack Hollister


Director
The Employers Association, CEO, Executive Coach & Consultant, Retired


Dr. Clint Longenecker


Consultant

Ms. Carrie Morgan


Huntington Bank

Mr. Bryce Roberts


Director
Foxwood Counseling & Consulting, LLC


Pastor Ben Snyder


Director
Cedar Creek Church

Mrs. Shirley Trail


Director
ProMedica, Retired

Mr. John C. Wagner


Member At-Large
E.S. Wagner Company

Ms. Callie Zake


Director
Lourdes University, Director of Undergraduate Admissions & Financial Aid

Humble Beginnings

Jessie and Bertha Fleck founded Cherry Street Mission Ministries in 1947, their calling was to provide people in need with sustenance for the body and nourishment for the soul. Named for its location on Cherry Street in Toledo, the mission provided meals, housing, and the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for the poor and homeless.

A Wide Footprint

Cherry Street serves those living in poverty throughout our region. As the largest entity acting as a homeless shelter, Cherry Street has been here of the community for generations. Within those years, our focus has expanded beyond basic needs, like food and shelter; to plan development and a continuum of care. Similarly, our area of responsibility has expanded to include more rural counties and areas outside of the central city. Simply put, poverty occurs all across northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Hungry For Change

Cherry Street Mission Ministries is moving beyond the basics. Those served at Cherry Street need a meal, a bed, AND are still hungry. They are Hungry for Change, Hungry for Direction, Hungry for a Career, or Hungry for Success. Cherry Street has created a unique economy to incentivize personal development and positive movement forward toward stability.

Doing More Together

Cherry Street Mission Ministries is moving beyond the basics. Those served at Cherry Street need a meal, a bed, AND are still hungry. They are Hungry for Change, Hungry for Direction, Hungry for a Career, or Hungry for Success. Cherry Street has created a unique economy to incentivize personal development and positive movement forward toward stability.

Our Ministry's Promise

We take your support seriously. When you give to Cherry Street Mission Ministries, you are giving to an organization that is committed to using your resources wisely and efficiently. We operate with a lean staff, relaying on volunteer labor and donated goods whenever possible, and undergo voluntary audits every year.