The Good Samaritan Store 702 Messanie Street, Saint Joseph, MO 64501

Located at 702 Messanie Street in Saint Joseph, Missouri, The Good Samaritan Store is a vital part of The Crossing Outreach Urban Mission Campus. This institution is dedicated to transforming lives in St. Joseph for the most vulnerable members of the community.

The programs offered at The Good Samaritan Store focus on providing housing and support for men reentering the community from incarceration, distributing fresh food rescued from local grocery stores and the Second Harvest Food Bank, and operating a Thrift Store to provide clothing items to the homeless. The revenue generated from the Thrift Store also supports the Nutrition Center, which is crucial for those in need.

The Crossing Outreach relies on the generosity and service of others to fulfill its mission of helping those in need. Their goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in the community, one person at a time.

Vulnerable populations in St. Joseph may not fit the stereotypical image of homelessness. The Crossing Outreach recognizes that everyone has a need to feel wanted, loved, and part of a community. By partnering with community agencies and those they serve, The Crossing is working towards creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

The mission of The Crossing Outreach is inspired by the belief that serving others is a noble calling. They are dedicated to helping individuals cross the threshold to a new life, just as the son of man came to serve others and give his life for many. Get involved and be the change that someone in our community needs at The Good Samaritan Store.