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.”
- Ephesians 4:2– “With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
- Matthew 25:40 “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!”
Innovative: Embracing creativity, forward-thinking, and continuous improvement to drive groundbreaking solutions and be a leader in setting industry standards.
- Genesis 1:27 -“So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God created them” ~God is The Creator, we are made in His image, therefore we are creative.”
- 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.
- Psalm 50:15 “Then call on me when you are in trouble, and I will rescue you, and you will give me glory.”
- Matthew 7:7– “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”
- 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.
- Joshua 1:9 “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
- 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.”
- Moses leading the Israelites through the wilderness for 40 years; Noah spending decades building a ship while the world called him crazy; Job continuing to praise God through the many trials of his life… The stories of Grit, Endurance, and perseverance go on and on!
Our Staff
Mrs. Ann Ebbert
President & CEO
Cherry Street Mission Ministries
Mr. Houston Young
Chair
Owens Corning
Ms. Laura Rerucha
Vice Chair
Professional EOS Implementer, EOS Worldwide
Mrs. Janell Vickers
Secretary
Retired, Mercy Health & Owens Corning
Mr. John C. Wagner
Member At-Large
E.S. Wagner Company
Ms. Rachel Gagnon
Director
Lucas Metropolitan Housing
Pastor Ben Snyder
Director
Cedar Creek Church
Mr. Timothy Stansfield
Director
IET, Inc.
Mrs. Christine Sweeney
Director
Art Tatum Zone, Executive Director and The Tabernacle, Pastor
Mr. Matt Britt
Treasurer
Owens Corning
Mr. Jack Hollister
Director
The Employers Association, CEO, Executive Coach & Consultant, Retired
Mr. Carter Bayer
Director
Croak Asset Management
Mrs. Shirley Trail
Director
ProMedica, Retired
Ms. Callie Zake
Director
Lourdes University, Director of Undergraduate Admissions & Financial Aid
Mr. Bryce Roberts
Director
Foxwood Counseling & Consulting, LLC
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.