StreetScape Ministries Income & Expenses

*StreetScape Ministries Operational Update:

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/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.

Average Expenses: $4000 (Q4) per month.

Do we have formal support? No (no churches, gov, or grants)

How much financial support do we get each month? Recurring less than $500/month.

How do we make it? Honestly, each month God puts it on someone's heart to keep the mission going.

How many people do you serve? We serve 70+ people most days.

Is it really all free? Yes, we do not charge our guests for anything, we freely give all that we have.

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.