The Union Gospel Mission is welcoming toward all who come to us in need. We seek to provide a safe-and-healing environment for those desiring to break the cycle of homelessness and addiction and turn their
lives in a new direction.
Union Gospel Mission recognizes that each person regardless of race, color, ethnicity, age, gender, gender
identity, creed, religious affiliation, and/or sexual orientation is created in the image of God and deserves
to be treated with compassion, grace, care, dignity, and respect. We do not discriminate in the provision
of emergency services based on these factors.
In sheltering those whose gender identity does not coincide with their birth gender, we seek to balance the
needs of the many with the needs of the one. UGM emergency shelters have dorm-style sleeping areas and
communal showers/restrooms. For the safety and protection of all, we determine the appropriate housing
situation for each individual on a case-by-case basis.
Hiring Practices
As a faith-based, 501(c)3 non-profit, UGM requires adherence to its statement of faith, as well as church
attendance and adherence to its drug-and-tobacco and sexual purity policies.