His Hands, His Feet, His Love
OVERVIEW
Inasmuch is a Christian, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since 2007, we have served homeless and struggling people in hopes that they are given the tools and resources to make transformational change in their lives.
It all begins at breakfast where we have served over 300,000 meals since 2007. From there, we provide humanitarian services like showers, laundry, and medical triage. We also provide case management for our Family so that they can be connected to community resources.
From there, we connect men to the Living Hope Program. Our Living Hope Program provides more than just a temporary solution. It offers men the tools to rebuild their lives through:
Trauma recovery to heal from deep wounds.
Spiritual development to nourish their faith.
Life skills to foster independence and stability.
These life-transforming resources empower our Family members to move from survival to sustainable change. This is not about quick fixes. It’s about creating a future filled with hope and dignity!
Hope through Jesus lives here.
OUR MISSION
Inasmuch exists to be the hands and feet of Jesus among the broken, hurting, and homeless by offering relief, recovery, and restoration of hope.
OUR VISION
We see homeless men with multiple life barriers restored and resilient in mind, body, and spirit. We will see these men:
Engaging in supportive communities
Becoming financially independent
Having a generous spirit
Pursuing a relationship with Jesus
RELIEF
Food, shelter, and clothing are essential to rebuilding lives. Every weekday, we invite individuals to join us for breakfast, which serves as the starting point. We assess their needs and connect them with essential resources like healthcare, mental health services, or rehabilitation resources. Our Inasmuch Family - the people we serve - can find a solid foundation to begin their path toward stability and independence.
OUR HISTORY
RECOVERY
Every person who walks through our doors has a story. Their circumstances are unique and their challenges are personal. Beyond helping meet their basic needs, we can offer a path toward recovery. We offer a way forward through the Living Hope Program where personal growth plans can guide personal development toward a desired outcome. We are fortunate to offer trauma-informed mental health services at Inasmuch and collaborate with a network of dedicated community partners who can help overcome barriers.
RESTORATION
We are dedicated to turning broken hearts toward Jesus, the ultimate source of restoration of hope. Through His compassionate miracles, we know that physical needs and deep emotional and spiritual wounds can be healed. We create a nurturing environment where those in need can place their trust in Him and experience the peace found in knowing that no situation is beyond His ability to restore. We want every man in the Living Hope Program to be HEALED.
H- Hope restored
E- Economically stable
A- Academically proficient
L- Lodging secured
E- Empowered for their success
D- Determined to achieve their life goals
Our Journey to Change the Face of Homelessness
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2006: Inasmuch becomes a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under the leadership of Sue Parker Byrd
2008-2009: Renovated ministry headquarters at 531 Hillsboro Street
2009: Officially opened headquarters for daily breakfast
2010: Began the Frink Street transformation for men transitioning into independent living
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2012: Built a duplex with separate men’s and women’s wings on Frink Street
2013: Renovated a four bedroom home on Frink Street
2014: completed a second duplex on Frink Street
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2017: The Lodge, a 40-bed emergency shelter opened
2019: The Able-Life Program was developed and implemented
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2022: The Living Hope Program was developed after vision trips to the Durham, Charlotte and Atlanta Rescue Missions.
2023: The Living Hope Program is fully implemented, providing a four-phase program to spur transformational change.
2024: Added trauma recovery through trauma-informed mental health services and case management.
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2025: Re-imagining the Pleasant View Park Neighborhood and creating a Revitalization Plan to be adopted by the community lead team.
2026: Building the Inasmuch Village for the veterans, disabled and elderly in need of community and support
OUR LEADERSHIP
The Team
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Craig Morrison
Executive Director
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Sue Parker Byrd
Founder
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Emily Ruth Perry
Director of Operations
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Cheryl York
Financial Administrator
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Allison Guenther
Communications Manager
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Debra Slaughter
Breakfast Family Coordinator
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Bernard King
Volunteer Coordinator
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Chef James Belton III
Food Service Supervisor
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Destini Bishop-James
Clinical Supervisor
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Christian Prince
Living Hope Residential Manager
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Everett Mitchell
Growing Resilience Manager
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Bernard Pittman
Living Hope Program Assistant
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Walter Allen Benton
Custodian
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Dee Bray
Lodge Assistant
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Zyon McGirt
Lodge Assistant
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Eric Pancho
Lodge Assistant
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Cedric Parker
Lodge Assistant
The Board
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Sebastien Braxton
President
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Edgar "Butch" Murphy
Vice President
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Eddie Waren
Treasurer
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Mark Rice
Secretary
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Robin Candido
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Sam Ross
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Mike Karaman
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Barbara Speir