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Faith Mission's 2025
Candlelit Christmas Gala
will be here soon!

Faith Mission's only annual fundraiser is less than a month away! Please consider being a part of all the great works that are going on right here in Washington County by becoming a sponsor of this event.

Support Faith Mission's Food Pantry

Please Donate Now

Help us provide essential food supplies for the holiday season at Faith Mission's Food Pantry. Your contribution helps ensure no one in our community goes hungry. Join us in making a difference and spreading hope to those in need by planning a food drive for your business, church, school, or organization. Contributions can be dropped off at Faith Mission, 500 E. Academy St, or at the Cannery Kitchen,

314 E. Alamo St in Brenham. We will gladly make a scheduled pick up of any large food drive collections.

Please call 979-277-7330 for more information. 

Thank You, Appel Ford!

Faith Mission & Help Center, Inc.
500 E. Academy St.
Brenham, TX 77833
979-277-7330

Faith Mission is a 501c(3) non-profit organization

FAITH MISSION

40 years of providing

a hand up

MAKING HIS MISSION OUR MISSION

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FAITH MISSION
and
HELP CENTER

Making HIS Mission Our Mission

The main office is located at

500 E Academy St in Brenham.

Office hours 9:00AM-5:00PM, M-F.

​Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00

        979-277-7330

Fax: 979-830-7102

The Faith Mission

Cannery Center

Capital Campaign

You can help in Providing A Hand-Up through this new

Job Training and Educational Facility!

A capital campaign is underway for the facility, which is intended to be the site of a job training program where people can learn how to can and preserve foods, and acquire other job skills. The goods that are canned onsite will be sold to support the facility’s continued operations and employment opportunities. 

This will be a way for the organization to give back to the community in an even bigger fashion while continuing to provide “a hand up, not a hand-out.”

If you would like more information on our vision for this exciting project, please call

979-277-7330. We would be delighted to answer your questions, and share with you the possibilities that this new ministry has to offer for the citizens of Brenham and Washington County.

Your tax deductible donations are essential to Faith Mission's efforts to take this from concept to completion. Please consider a one-time donation, or even a recurring donation.

Naming rights for parts of the center's facilities will also be considered by private consultation.

Donate with PayPal

The work has begun!

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Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign

Sign up now! (Click links below to see schedules)

Join Faith Mission in spreading hope and kindness this Christmas season through our Salvation Army bell ringing campaign. Your participation and support enable us to provide essential services to those in need in Washington County. Together, we can make a difference in our community. Every donation counts and every act of kindness matters. Be a part of something meaningful today.

To sign up to ring the bell at Hobby Lobby:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044BA5A62BAAFC1-58798182-2025

Faith Mission is here for you!

Thanks to the generosity of so many people in and around Washington County, Faith Mission was able to deliver a sizeable donation to our fellow Texans in the Hill Country who were affected by the July floods. Click the link above to read the story on KWHI News.

Our Story

After finding God in a small mission in Temple, Texas, a homeless man named Bob Barry came to Brenham with a vision to begin a mission for the homeless, and presented his plan to the local Ministerial Association.  The ministers liked the idea, and Faith Mission was born. Faith Mission and Help Center, Inc. was founded in February of 1985.  Faith Mission is an ecumenical, Christian-based non-profit organization created to be a central clearinghouse for assistance to the homeless and working poor in Washington county.  Individuals, churches, community organizations, and corporations through Faith Mission support individuals in crisis, as well as helping individuals achieve educational, vocational, and employment/career opportunities.

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Our Services

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Faith Mission and Help Center, Inc. encompasses several campuses strategically located throughout the city of Brenham. Each campus is purposefully designed to function as a self-sustaining entity, offering a range of essential services to meet the needs of the community. These services include:

Basic needs – We provide essential assistance to individuals experiencing emergency situations, offering support in the form of food, clothing, shelter, and medical aid. Our organization recognizes the immediate needs of those facing crises and strives to provide timely and comprehensive help. Whether it’s ensuring access to nutritious meals, offering clothing for warmth and comfort, providing safe shelter during challenging times, or facilitating necessary medical assistance, we are committed to extending a helping hand to those in need. Our goal is to provide relief and support to individuals experiencing emergencies, helping them navigate through difficult circumstances and regain stability.

Training and job opportunities – Faith Mission collaborates with various organizations to create valuable opportunities for higher education and job skills training. By partnering with these entities, we aim to empower individuals with the resources and support they need to pursue further education and develop essential skills for the job market. Through these collaborations, we strive to enhance access to education, vocational training, and career development, fostering a pathway to personal growth and economic independence for those we serve.

Internships with Faith Mission – Faith Mission has been recognized and endorsed by over seven state universities and colleges as an approved educational internship site. We offer practical training opportunities in a range of fields of study, including social services, business, education, and more. Through these partnerships, students have the chance to gain hands-on experience and apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings. Our selection as an internship site reflects our commitment to providing valuable learning opportunities and preparing students for successful careers in their chosen fields.

S.M.A.R.T. Program – The S.M.A.R.T. Program is a dedicated after-school initiative that offers mentoring and homework assistance to at-risk children who are classified as ‘homeless’ by Brenham BISD (Brenham Independent School District). This program is specifically designed to support and empower children facing homelessness, providing them with valuable academic guidance and mentorship outside of regular school hours. By offering a safe and nurturing environment, the S.M.A.R.T. Program aims to enhance educational opportunities and foster positive development for these vulnerable children, helping them overcome the challenges associated with homelessness and thrive academically.

Health Services – The Faith Mission Washington County Health and Service Center provides medication and counseling services to those on the economic margins within our county, and also administers the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program within Washington County. The Center works in partnership with Washington County, The City of Brenham, private providers, and Texas A&M Rural Health to provide health and social services in the most effective and efficient ways to individuals and families of Washington County.

Counseling – The TeleHealth Counseling Clinic (TCC) offers a valuable resource by providing free access to mental health counseling and assessment through high-quality videoconferencing. This service is particularly beneficial for individuals and families who may face barriers to receiving these essential services. By utilizing technology, the TCC ensures that individuals who might not otherwise have access to mental health support can receive the help they need. This initiative aims to bridge gaps in mental health care and improve the overall well-being of those in need, fostering a healthier and more resilient community.

By operating across multiple campuses, Faith Mission and Help Center, Inc. strives to comprehensively address the diverse needs of the community, providing crucial services to promote stability, empowerment, and improved quality of life for those we serve.

We would love to
hear from you!

Get in touch

I would like to donate:

500 E Academy St

Brenham, TX 77833

Main: 979-277-7330

Fax:   979-830-7102

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