*StreetScape Ministries Operational Update Q1 2026:

March & April 2026: Each year we have that we have run Streetscape Ministries we have had to take a strategic pause (a break) from the mission, last year it was 5 weeks starting in May, this year it started in March, and we had planned to be back on April 3, but pushed the reopening forward to May 3. Since we have no recurring organizational support, institutional support, grant support, or church support, we rely almost exclusively on individuals to keep the doors open and the lights on, this being the case, we have to remain flexible with our varying cashflows.

January & February 2026: StreetScape has made the difficult but necessary decision to reduce the number of days we are open to the public, from 4 to 3, while keeping the same amount of open hours by adding to our Mon/Fri schedule (was M/W/F 9-12, Sun 2-4 and now it is M/F 8-1, Sun 2-5).

*StreetScape Ministries Operational Update Q4 2025:

StreetScape Ministries continues to serve the unhoused and poor in Galveston through direct, tangible support: hot meals, utilities access, survival supplies, dignity-based work opportunities, and emergency assistance. Over the past several months, our operating expenses have reflected the evolving needs of those we serve.

Due to an increase in food and supply donations, our direct spending on meals and basic supplies has been significantly reduced. Food and kitchen-related purchases now average approximately $950 per month, while utilities have also decreased during the winter months to around $800 per month. At the same time, spending on homeless survival supplies has increased as needs have shifted toward tents, winter and rain gear, bike repairs, and other essential items, averaging roughly $650 per month. Additional funds have been used for mission equipment, such as kitchen, yard, and facility tools, at approximately $900 in recent months.

StreetScape also prioritizes the restoration of dignity to those we serve by providing paid opportunities to guests who show potential. We paid for help with chores, repairs, and maintenance, around $850 this month. In addition, we regularly respond to urgent, individual needs such as fuel, vehicle repairs, emergency shelter, and other crisis situations, with recent direct assistance averaging approximately $1,000. This all adds up to over $5000...25% more than months prior ($4k/mo).

As 2026 approaches, StreetScape has made the difficult but necessary decision to reduce the number of days we are open to the public, from 4 to 3, while keeping the same amount of open hours by adding to our Mon/Fri schedule (was M/W/F 9-12, Sun 2-4; to now M/F 8-1, Sun 2-4).

While this was not our desired outcome, it reflects the realities of limited time, resources, and stamina. Doing so allows us to intentionally shift focus toward strengthening the backend of the ministry — building a sustainable base of supporters, pursuing grant funding, formalizing systems, and developing a dependable team.

This temporary schedule shift is not a retreat from our mission, but a strategic step toward long-term sustainability. By investing in a solid foundation now, StreetScape Ministries is positioning itself to restore services, expand capacity, and thrive in 2026 and beyond. We are deeply grateful for the partners and donors who have helped thus far and look forward to the year to come.

*StreetScape Ministries Operational Update Q2/Q3 2025:

Budget Summary by Category

Coffee

• Ground Coffee: Daily $3.00, Weekly $12.00, Monthly $51.96

• Dry Creamer: Daily $2.50, Weekly $10.00, Monthly $43.30

• Vanilla Creamer: Daily $4.92, Weekly $19.68, Monthly $85.14

• Pure Sugar (8lb): Daily $1.96, Weekly $7.83, Monthly $33.97
  → TOTAL for Coffee: Daily $12.38 | Weekly $49.51 | Monthly $214.37

Facilities

• Laundry, Showers & Bathroom: Daily $8.25, Weekly $33.00, Monthly $142.89
  → TOTAL for Facilities: Daily $8.25 | Weekly $33.00 | Monthly $142.89

Food – Breakfast

• MOM Cereal (2x 60 oz): Daily $3.99, Weekly $15.96, Monthly $69.13

• Whole Milk (4x 1G): Daily $3.98, Weekly $15.92, Monthly $68.95

• Bananas (4x 20ct): Daily $5.35, Weekly $21.40, Monthly $92.62
  → TOTAL for Breakfast: Daily $13.32 | Weekly $53.28 | Monthly $230.70

Food – Meats

• Eggs (60ct): Daily $3.75, Weekly $15.00, Monthly $64.95

• Beef (5 lbs): Daily $5.00, Weekly $20.00, Monthly $86.60

• Chicken (3 rotisserie): Daily $3.75, Weekly $15.00, Monthly $64.95
  → TOTAL for Meats: Daily $12.50 | Weekly $50.00 | Monthly $216.50

Food – Other

• Pasta, Rice, Beans, Can Veggies are provided by a 3rd party (free)

• Potatoes (10 lbs): Daily $1.50, Weekly $6.00, Monthly $25.98

• Cheese (80 oz): Daily $4.50, Weekly $18.00, Monthly $77.94

• Salsa: Daily $1.75, Weekly $7.00, Monthly $30.31
  → TOTAL for Other: Daily $7.75 | Weekly $31.00 | Monthly $134.23

Outreach

• Clothes, Shoes, Socks, Bags, etc. are provided by people like you.

• Bike Parts & Accessories: Daily $8.25, Weekly $33.00, Monthly $142.89

• Camping Supplies & Tents: Daily $8.25, Weekly $33.00, Monthly $142.89

• Special Requests: Daily $8.25, Weekly $33.00, Monthly $142.89
  → TOTAL for Outreach: Daily $24.75 | Weekly $99.00 | Monthly $428.67

Supplies

• Foam Cups (4x 50ct): Daily $1.72, Weekly $6.88, Monthly $29.79

• Foam Bowls (4x 50ct): Daily $2.38, Weekly $9.52, Monthly $41.22

• Foam Trays (200ct): Daily $2.00, Weekly $7.98, Monthly $34.55

• Paper Plates (200ct): Daily $0.88, Weekly $3.50, Monthly $15.16

• Utensils (300ct): Daily $3.00, Weekly $12.00, Monthly $51.96
  → TOTAL for Supplies: Daily $9.98 | Weekly $39.88 | Monthly $172.68

Toast

• Bread is provided by a 3rd Party (free).

• Butter (4pk): Daily $1.00, Weekly $4.00, Monthly $17.32

• Cream Cheese (2x 2pk): Daily $1.83, Weekly $7.34, Monthly $31.78
  → TOTAL for Toast: Daily $2.83 | Weekly $11.34 | Monthly $49.10

Utilities

• Water Utility: Daily $31.25, Weekly $125.00, Monthly $541.25

• Electric Utility: Daily $31.25, Weekly $125.00, Monthly $541.25
  → TOTAL for Utilities: Daily $62.50 | Weekly $250.00 | Monthly $1082.50

Water & Ice

• Ice (4x 7lb): Daily $2.38, Weekly $9.52, Monthly $41.22

• 5G Water Refill (4x): Daily $2.00, Weekly $8.00, Monthly $34.64

• Water Bottles (4x 40pk): Daily $4.92, Weekly $19.68, Monthly $85.14
  → TOTAL for Water & Ice: Daily $9.30 | Weekly $37.20 | Monthly $161.00

💰 GRAND TOTAL

• Daily: $163.57+

• Weekly: $654.21+

• Monthly: $2,832.71+

These totals reflect Q3 2025, our expenses in Q4 2025 have been more than $4000 per month. We now have a large part of our food & paper goods supplemented, and that $ has been shifted to repairs, equipment, community support, and winter supplies.