1021 1st Ave. N. Fort Dodge, IA 50501
515.955.3366

Reaching out to men who are homeless,
hungry and 
in need of hope

Demonstrating the Grace of Christ through food, shelter, clothing and the Word of God

Sharing the love of Christ in a tangible way.

Beacon of Hope Shelter is a Christ-centered faith-based ministry working cooperatively with the community to eliminate homelessness. Beacon of Hope provides a safe and secure emergency shelter to homeless adult men: offering shelter, clothing and food, for temporary assistance to create opportunities and programs in working towards self-sufficiency.

How You Can Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved at the Beacon of Hope. You can volunteer your time, money, and prayers.

Volunteer

You can make a difference in the lives of homeless men. Be a part of something bigger than yourself. We are forming many ministry task groups and asking all those yet to volunteer to respond with your passion as to where God is asking you to serve.

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Provide Meals

Our numbers vary greatly each day so we serve as few as fifteen up to fifty men each night at the Beacon. They eat at 5:30pm so anyone helping with the meal would have to plan for that many and that time. Contact Brian Bidleman by phone 515-955-3366 or email

Email Brian
Donate

We operate totally on donations from individuals, churches, and businesses. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a big difference in the lives of the men who will be staying at the Beacon.

More info about ways to donate to Beacon of HopeDonate Now with PayPalList of Basic Needs
Share our Mission

We would love to come and speak to your group or church about Beacon of Hope Shelter. We have a wonderful team of passionate persons who are willing to come and share the Beacon of Hope story. Please contact Brian Bidleman by phone 955-3366 or email:

Email Brian

Transformed Lives

Don’t take our word for it – meet whose lives have changed

This place has given me the biggest blessing what started out as a disaster has turned into a new life with all the promise hope and blessings god could give me.

A mess turned into something beautiful… I have been blessed!
Paul

I have been wrestling with alcoholism since he was 15. After decades of use, alcohol’s hold on me was so strong that nothing could shake it– I lost my job. Eventually I drank through my savings. I ended up at Beacon of Hope and my life started to change. The team at Beacon of Hope showed me the love of God.I now am working at the Second Hand Thrift Store and have been sober for 8 months.

Steve

I met a 65 year old Veteran of 14 years, living at Beacon of Hope. He had worked as an electrician and construction worker. He talked about the hard times in his life, and then told us his desire in faith, and fascination for Sci-Fi. I also spoke with 3 other men who shared their many challenges, stories, and regrets. They had found there way to the Beacon by following God’s path. It was truly inspiring.

Chandler

Volunteer

We Need Your Help

Beacon of Hope Shelter does not seek, nor accept any government funding that could compromise our mission. As a Christ centered unified community ministry we cannot run without the support of our community.

The Beacon of Hope monthly pledge drive: One of the challenges of operating a shelter is meeting the monthly expenses. Our goal is to get a 1000 individuals to pledge $30 dollars or more monthly. Can you help us reach this goal? Donate Now
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