Tulsa’s only Gospel Rescue Mission: As the sole member of the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions (AGRM) in Tulsa, John 3:16 Mission weaves biblical faith and practical care into all its services. That blend of physical aid and spiritual transformation is its distinctive hallmark Decades of service with real scale: Since its founding in 1952, the Mission has served over 4 million meals and provided more than 1 million nights of shelter to individuals experiencing homelessness in Tulsa Holistic, dignity-focused care: Beyond basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter, the Mission offers recovery programs, spiritual guidance, and family/youth education—delivered in a way that respects dignity, fosters restoration, and builds long-term hopePrograms & Offerings Downtown Shelter & Meals Serves 500+ meals daily to guests, and overnight shelter for up to 110 men each night at its downtown facility on N. Cheyenne Avenue . Combines basic needs with faith-based chapels, devotional time, and access to recovery coaching. Family & Youth Center Located in north Tulsa, this center supports low-income families and youth with material aid (clothing, household goods), educational tutoring, parenting classes, spiritual encouragement, and community building programs Recovery & Restoration Recovery programs for homeless men and women focus on overcoming addiction, rebuilding life skills, and integrating into the workforce and community—all with biblical mentoring and discipleship. Events & Fundraising Signature community events like the “Shootout Against Hunger” (a sporting clays tournament in September 2025 at Zink Ranch) raise critical funds to support the mission’s outreach and services john316mission.org . Annual galas, donation drives (e.g. Christmas in July Gift Drive), and volunteer campaigns each play an important role in sustaining operations and partnerships . Impact Highlights More than 4 million meals delivered, and over 1 million nights of lodging provided since inception MinistryWatch Operates with strong transparency and donor confidence: features an accessible statement of faith, board oversight, audited reviews, and ECM membership; MinistryWatch rates its transparency at 75/100 and donor confidence at 3‑star ratings in many categories .
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