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St. Matthew's House Mission

The mission of St. Matthew's House is to provide housing for the homeless, food for the needy, and an opportunity to change lives in a spiritual environment that is both compassionate and disciplined.


» SMH At A Glance

  • Only location in Naples that offers a safe place of shelter and food for the needy serving over 10,000 individuals since 1988
  • SMH is a faith-based organization, providing for and welcoming all faiths.
  • Main facility houses 102 men, women & children; 64 beds for men, 18 for single women, and a 20 bed unit for women with children and infants (6 rooms). The Soup Kitchen also houses 18 single men. In total: 120 beds.
  • Offer recovery programs and counseling/case management for residents. For those completing our 90 day program, SMH has a 76% success rate.
  • Prepare on average 200 meals per day along with feeding residents and providing groceries to neighbors in need - totals to serving over 120,000 meals each year.
  • Transitional, affordable housing units in Golden Gate -the Wolfe Apartments, provide a drug and alcohol free community with counseling and structure.
  • Distribute groceries to needy families, the elderly and the disabled.
  • Provide family case management and support for neighbors in need that includes rent assistance, clothing and furniture. Assist 13,000 families and individuals in crisis situations.
  • Serves as a government designated shelter for those seeking sanctuary from cold temperatures.
  • St. Matthew's House of Treasures Thrift Stores offer donated items including furniture, clothing, appliances and various other consumer items - Residents obtain needed items, the rest is sold.
  • In 2004, developed a catering venture, SMH Catering to provide job training and career opportunities for residents.
  • Funded by individual, foundation, church and organization donations and grants. No government funds support general operations.

St. Matthew's House Ministry Home and Headquarters
2001 Airport Road South Naples, FL 34112 239-774-0500 / Fax 239-774-7146

St. Matthew's House of Treasures Thrift Stores
For Fast FREE Pick-up call 774-3315

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1115 Airport Rd. South
Naples, FL 34104
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25091 Bernwood Dr.
Bonita Springs, FL 34145
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