Building Hope

There is evidence that the more severe a mental illness, the harder it is to maintain stable housing. Likewise, finding stable housing has a positive effect on those with less severe mental struggles. Both of these situations make it clear that housing is foundational in a person's mental health.

At Building Hope, we do what we can to support those who are challenged by mental health and housing issues. We are grateful for all those who support this work and help us bring hope and help to Northeast Edmonton.

Recently, our Executive Director arrived at Building Hope on a bitterly cold day when we were technically closed. He found a man standing outside—no coat, no protection from the wind, and nowhere else to go.

In that moment, the "stats" didn't matter. What mattered was finding a sweater, a heavy coat, and a bag of food to get him through the night.

We are seeing more and more faces from outside Beverly as other shelters and centers across Edmonton close or move. We know this puts a new kind of pressure on our neighborhood, and we feel that weight, too. But stories like this remind us why we stay. We’ve never served this many people before, and for many, we are the only "safe landing" left.

The need is growing—and we want to be ready to meet it with dignity, not just for our guests, but for our community.

Will you help us meet this rising need? Whether it’s through volunteering, donating, or simply praying for our team and neighbors, every action multiplies hope.

Get involved today: https://www.buildinghopeedmonton.ca/contact-us

It’s a simple equation: More plates on the table means more hearts we get to serve.

Recently, we’ve seen a record number of guests. Some are familiar faces, and many are new people displaced as other services in the city shift. While this growth brings new challenges to our neighborhood, it also brings new opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Every person who walks through our door is a story worth restoring.

Help us stay ready for whoever walks through our door next.
https://www.buildinghopeedmonton.ca/donate

It’s a common question: Is substance use a cause of homelessness, or a result of it?

The reality is a difficult cycle. The trauma and stress of not having a safe place to sleep often lead neighbors to seek any form of relief. Unfortunately, that relief often leads to chronic illness and deeper mental health struggles.

At Building Hope, we know these challenges are complicated. But we believe that structure and support are the first steps toward a healthier state of mind. Whether it’s through accessible healthcare or simply a safe place to be known, we are working to provide a path out of the cycle.

Join us in praying for wisdom as we navigate these complexities with compassion and safety.

Whether it’s time, talent, or treasure, your generosity changes lives.

Be a part of something meaningful. Contact us or give today at https://www.buildinghopeedmonton.ca/

It’s easy to feel "small" when the needs of Edmonton feel so big. But we’ve learned that hope isn't always found in grand gestures—it’s nurtured in the small, sacred rhythms.

In our little corner of Northeast Edmonton, a routine of comfort unfolds three days a week. It’s the steam from a hot coffee, the predictable seat at the table, and the companion who knows your name.

For a few hours, the chaos of the streets fades. Our space becomes a "safe place to land" where nourishment isn't just about food—it’s about dignity and self-care in a world that can feel incredibly lonely.

Our Dream: We are praying for a part-time chaplain to walk alongside our neighbors—someone to offer steady spiritual and social guidance right where they are.
Will you pray with us for the right partners to make this dream a reality?

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When someone’s world is heavy with grief, hunger, or uncertainty, our call isn’t to fix it all — but to shoulder it with them.

A shared burden becomes a sacred space of compassion — where Christ shows up, quietly and powerfully.

At Building Hope, every meal served, every kind word spoken, every hour volunteered… it's all part of fulfilling this law of love.

Will you help carry the load with us?

Go to https://www.buildinghopeedmonton.ca/ to give or volunteer.

As the temperatures rise, staying hydrated becomes even more crucial, especially for those who are homeless or nearly homeless. Access to fresh, cool water can make a huge difference in these hotter months.

At Building Hope Compassionate Ministry in Northeast Edmonton, we’re committed to providing this essential resource. But we need your help! We're asking for donations of bottled water to support our efforts to bring hope and help to those in need. .

Your generous donation can help keep someone safe and healthy during the summer. Please consider contributing and making a difference in our community.

Donations of bottled water can be dropped off at 3831 116th Ave, Edmonton Monday to Wednesday from 9 to 3. Or you can call 1 780-479-4504 to set up a time for dropoff.

Thank you for being so supportive! Stay cool!

We work hard to help where we can, but mental health supports are hard to access for so many, and especially for those who live unhoused with food insecurity.

One of the reasons we dream of having a staff chaplain available when we are serving meals is to at least offer some support and someone to talk to. What we do have right now is a community where people, hopefully, will feel less alone.

We are always looking for support to realize the dream of providing more support for our clients. You can help.

Before the first long weekend of the season kicks off, we wanted to take a second to breathe in the good stuff.

Life at Building Hope can be intense, but we find so much strength in the small joys—like the smell of coffee brewing or the sun hitting the sidewalk. Summer smells carry so many memories of restoration and peace.

Whether it’s the rain on hot pavement or lilacs in the air, what is the smell of summer for you?

Tell us your favorite summer memory attached to a scent! 🍦☀️

This month, our prayers are specifically for the nurturers. We are praying for our staff who stay when things get tense, for the families who support our neighbors through their hardest seasons, and for all those people who show up even when they feel like quitting.

Care is holy work, and it is often invisible. May those who spend their days nurturing others feel the restorative care of the Great Physician today.

CTA: If you are a caregiver—professional or personal—know that you are seen. Drop a "❤️" in the comments so we can pray for you by name.