Genesis House, Inc.

It is the mission of Genesis House, Inc. to provide safe shelter for homeless pregnant women, transitional shelter for homeless mothers and their children, and student mothers with their children while the mothers complete their education. Genesis House, Inc. is committed to providing a safe, supportive, caring environment. Education, self-discipline, self-reliance, and independence from the welfare system are earnestly promoted. Counseling, personal improvement classes, and appropriate health care are obtained for all residents. Classes in childbirth and parenting are provided as needed.

Genesis House I can accommodate up to six mothers with children, who are homeless or in transition. Some of these mothers are also pregnant. These residents stay fairly short-term while they arrange more permanent living arrangements or make educational plans for themselves. If the mother enrolls in school, and she has been a responsible resident while at Genesis House I, she can move to Genesis House II where she can reside as long as she is attending school.
Genesis House II provides a home for homeless mothers (18 years of age and older) and their children, while the mothers complete their education and work toward financial and emotional independence. These mothers can be working on finishing high school, vocational school, or college. Eight mothers with children can be sheltered in this home.
Genesis House III provides shelter for six homeless, pregnant women. These residents often move to Genesis House II after delivery if they are enrolled in school.
All three shelter homes are located in Melbourne, Florida. The geographic area served by Genesis House, Inc. is mainly Brevard County and surrounding counties. Occasionally there are residents who have been referred from distant counties in Florida or from out of state. Genesis House, Inc. is supported by donations and is a 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Also, United Way pledges can be designated to be sent to Genesis House, Inc. Registration number for Florida solicitation of contributions: CH12963 A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Some projects and services have been funded in part by the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families. Contact us by telephone at 321-723-3133 or by email (genesishouse@earthlink.net) for shelter or to volunteer. Send donations to Genesis House, Inc., P.O. Box 2044, Melbourne, FL 32902 Now you can make donations to Genesis House online! Just click the PayPal donate button below to make a donation using your credit card (or from your PayPal account if you have one). Christmas Newsletter, 2007 Message from Mary Allen, Director Success Stories Contributors Group Service Projects Our Needs Major Upgrades in Past Year Governing & Advisory Boards Christmas Wish List Facsimiles of the newsletter (pdf): Page 1, Page 2 Announcements The Kendyll Ryann Bliss Memorial Birthday Party will be held Saturday, May 10, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Juan Ponce de Leon Landing, 4005 Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach. This is a benefit for Birthright of Melbourne and Genesis House, Inc. Although Kendyll's life physically ended after eight short months, her legacy carries on continuously, impacting so many. She is missed and loved by her family and friends. Your support of Birthright and Genesis House will not only benefit young pregnant women, mothers, and their children, it also gives comfort to Kendyll's family knowing that in the midst of her tragic death goodness and life can come. Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 6. Ryan and Kim Bliss, 951-8553, or Carol Ashwell, 723-3628. Golf Tournament. Siggy's All American Bar in Palm Bay presents the Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Genesis House, Inc. The event will be held Sunday, June 8, with a 9:00 a.m. start time at The Majors Golf Course in Palm Bay. Entry fee is $75 per person or $300 per team. Hole sponsors have three levels to choose from: $100, $500 (Gold), or $1000 (Platinum). At the Gold and Platinum levels the hole sponsor also gets a team. For entry/sponsor forms and more information see the flyers. You can also call 952-0104 or 951-9798 for further information. Mother's Day Cards. Special cards are being distributed to area churches in observance of Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11. The cards facilitate making a donation to Genesis House in honor of a mother. If you are unable to pick up one of the cards at your church, you can print your own card from our online Mother's Day Card design. Instructions for printing the cards are included. If it is convenient, you can make a donation to Genesis House by clicking the PayPal "Donate" button above. (Note: PayPal does not provide a means of making an "in honor of" designation; if you wish, you can do that in a separate email to Genesis House.) Genesis House resident Catherine graduated on December 14 with a High School Diploma from the South Area Adult Education Center. See photos of Catherine and her son Aidon: photo 1, photo 2, photo 3. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of Rockledge on November 10, 2007 presented Genesis House with 100 bags of toiletries for women and children, 20 cases of food, and a $500 check from Wal-Mart. (See photos.) Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, St. Joseph Council 7408, on September 11, 2007 held a Baby Shower to benefit Genesis House. They presented Genesis House with $30, many beautiful hand-made blankets, baby clothing, diapers, powder, lotion, and miscellaneous baby items. (See photo.) Genesis House Article. Read an article about Genesis House in the Hometown News, Melbourne edition, Jan. 19, 2007. Photo Gallery Photos of the Houses, April 2008 Valentine Fundraiser Volunteers, 30 January 2008 Christmas Party, December 2007 First United Methodist Church of Melbourne Presentation of Donations, 10 November, 2007 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of Rockledge Boy Scout Food Drive, 10 November 2007 Teens Doing Community Outreach Work, 20 October 2007 Holy Name of Jesus Church, Indialantic Volunteers Working at Genesis House I & II, 30 July 2007 Youth Group of First United Methodist Church of Melbourne Volunteers Working at the Three Houses, 24, 25 July 2007 Radius Youth Groups, St. Matthew United Methodist Church, Belleville, IL and First Presbyterian Church, Auroa, IL Volunteers Working at the Three Houses, 9 July 2007 Youth Group, Grace United Methodist Church of Merritt Island Car Wash Benefitting Genesis House, March 2007 Small Group from Youth Leadership Brevard Food Pickup & Delivery, December 2006 Daily Bread Warehouse: Volunteers picking up food from the Boy Scout Food Drive and delivering it to the three houses Volunteers Repairing and Painting at the Three Houses, November 2006 Volunteers from Mercedes Homes Volunteers Painting Genesis House I, June 2006 Love in Action Group, Calvary Chapel, West Melbourne Volunteers Working at the Three Houses, June 2006 Youth Conference Service Project, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Rockledge Genesis House I, January 2006 Genesis House II, January 2006 Genesis House III, January 2006 Volunteers Working at Genesis House I, November 2005 Covenant Presbyterian Church, Palm Bay Volunteers Working at Genesis House II, November 2005 Covenant Presbyterian Church, Palm Bay Volunteers Painting Genesis House III, May 2004 Men's Outreach Group, Calvary Chapel, West Melbourne Genesis House, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants for residency or employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, or age. Last update: 29 Apr 08