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HOMELESS
NOT
HOPELESS

As a Christ-centered ministry, we put faith into action — feeding the hungry, providing shelter, and walking alongside our neighbors as they rebuild their lives.

3K+

Individuals Served

Annually

40+

Years Serving Rapid City, SD

7

Core Programs

300+

Meals Served Daily

“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.”

Matthew 25:35-36

WHAT WE DO

More Than a Shelter. The Heart Behind Cornerstone.

With 7 core programs, Cornerstone serves men, women, children, and veterans through daily meals, emergency shelter, recovery support, and stable housing — all built to rescue, restore, and rebuild lives.

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WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Cornerstone’s work is made possible through community support. We can’t carry out this mission without people like you. From providing a meal and volunteering with a group to supporting current projects and donating needed items, there are meaningful ways to take part. Individuals, churches, businesses, and community groups are all invited to serve alongside us.

See how you can help →

MISSION
UPDATES

Stay up to date with Cornerstone through our latest newsletter and recent media features. Explore updates, stories, and highlights from across the mission.

STORIES OF HOPE

Every life at our mission tells a story of rescue, restoration, and renewal. Read how individuals and families are finding stability and hope through Christ-centered care.

Read Stories Of Hope →

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HOPE  IN  ACTION

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Current Needs

​​​See the items our programs regularly need most, from everyday essentials to program-specific support.

Projects

Explore practical improvement projects, volunteer opportunities, and special needs across the mission.

Fundraisers

Support current campaigns or gather your church, business, or community to start a fundraiser.

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Facility Updates & Temporary Closures

The Men's Mission and the Women & Children’s Home are undergoing important upgrades during May. The Men’s Mission is temporarily closed from May 9–24 for deep cleaning and major repairs, while the Women & Children’s Home is closed for the month for renovations and repairs.

All willing residents have been safely rehoused during this time. The Men’s Mission will reopen May 25, and the Women & Children’s Home will reopen June 1, refreshed and ready to serve.
 

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“Cornerstone helped me start over—
and gave me my family back.”

“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” 

Proverbs 19:17

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