Supporting the Homeless with Compassionate Care

Providing essential resources for those in need today.

Backpacks filled with comfort and hygiene essentials.

Temporary assistance for the homeless community's needs.

Join us in making a difference together.

A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.
A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.
A variety of camping and travel gear is neatly organized on a wooden floor. There are backpacks, a sleeping bag, a tent, rolled-up clothing, toiletries, food items in plastic bags, a hairbrush, a toothbrush, flip-flops, a pair of pink sneakers, containers, and cutlery.
A variety of camping and travel gear is neatly organized on a wooden floor. There are backpacks, a sleeping bag, a tent, rolled-up clothing, toiletries, food items in plastic bags, a hairbrush, a toothbrush, flip-flops, a pair of pink sneakers, containers, and cutlery.
A sleeping bag lies on the sidewalk next to a closed shop with metal shutters covered in graffiti. There is scaffolding nearby, along with a shopping cart filled with personal items and a poster on a pole. A wet patch is visible on the pavement.
A sleeping bag lies on the sidewalk next to a closed shop with metal shutters covered in graffiti. There is scaffolding nearby, along with a shopping cart filled with personal items and a poster on a pole. A wet patch is visible on the pavement.

Supporting the Homeless Community Together

Under the Bridge Ministries is dedicated to assisting the homeless and near homeless by providing essential items which include backpacks filled with comfort and practical necessities to meet temporary needs.

A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.
A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.
Our Mission Matters
Compassion in Action

We strive to bring hope and dignity to those in need, ensuring they have access to practical resources that enhance their well-being and support their journey towards stability and self-sufficiency. Most people that we assist do not qualify for restoration programs or they desire to remain on the streets and under bridges instead.

About us

Under the Bridge Ministries came about as a niche to complement the wonderful and effective restoration programs in the Champaign/ Urbana area. There are people that fall through the cracks of the system and for one reason or another prefer, or have no choice but to live under the bridges, in tents, or secret places that go unnoticed to the general public.

Under the Bridge Ministries are inspired by Jesus teaching to "Love one another as I have loved you (John 13:34)," and "Love your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 22:39)."
And to help those in need as Jesus taught in Matthew 25: 31 - 40.

31 When the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory:

32 And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats:

33 And he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left.

34 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:

35 For I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:

36 Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.

37 Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink?

38 When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?

39 Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?

40 And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me."

For more information about the ministry: email David Duhe' at David@utbcu.org

black blue and yellow textile
black blue and yellow textile
a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
a man riding a skateboard down a street next to tall buildings
a man riding a skateboard down a street next to tall buildings

Support for Homeless

We provide essential items to assist the homeless and those in need of temporary support.

Comfort Essentials Provided
A large collection of backpacks is arranged in neat rows. The backpacks are mainly black, with some appearing in red, green, and blue. They are closely packed together, occupying the entire visible area.
A large collection of backpacks is arranged in neat rows. The backpacks are mainly black, with some appearing in red, green, and blue. They are closely packed together, occupying the entire visible area.

Backpacks filled with hygiene items and necessities for those experiencing homelessness or hardship.

A tent is set up under a concrete structure, supported by large metal beams. A chair with a few pairs of shoes and a pair of gloves are placed to the left of the tent. A colorful towel and some clothing are draped over the metal beam above the tent. One bare foot is visible, sticking out from the tent flap.
A tent is set up under a concrete structure, supported by large metal beams. A chair with a few pairs of shoes and a pair of gloves are placed to the left of the tent. A colorful towel and some clothing are draped over the metal beam above the tent. One bare foot is visible, sticking out from the tent flap.
A collection of personal care products placed inside a black travel bag. The items include shower oil, hair wax, deodorant sticks, shaving cream, toothpaste, and a bar of soap. The products are neatly arranged on a fabric with blue and white stripes.
A collection of personal care products placed inside a black travel bag. The items include shower oil, hair wax, deodorant sticks, shaving cream, toothpaste, and a bar of soap. The products are neatly arranged on a fabric with blue and white stripes.
Hygiene Kits Offered

We distribute hygiene kits to ensure comfort and dignity for individuals in need.

Our ministry focuses on meeting immediate needs for those facing homelessness in our community.

Immediate Needs Assistance

Supportive Outreach

Providing essential items for comfort and hygiene to the homeless.

A person with a red hiking backpack carrying a green rolled-up sleeping mat and a teal-colored item. The surroundings are dense with tall green grasses, suggesting they are in a forest or outdoor environment.
A person with a red hiking backpack carrying a green rolled-up sleeping mat and a teal-colored item. The surroundings are dense with tall green grasses, suggesting they are in a forest or outdoor environment.
A green canvas backpack with leather straps is positioned against a white wooden wall. Next to it, a wooden crate labeled with various text, an amber glass bottle, and pieces of firewood are arranged. Above the backpack, there are vintage tools hanging on the wall, including scissors, pliers, a ruler, and a hook. The scene has a rustic, vintage aesthetic.
A green canvas backpack with leather straps is positioned against a white wooden wall. Next to it, a wooden crate labeled with various text, an amber glass bottle, and pieces of firewood are arranged. Above the backpack, there are vintage tools hanging on the wall, including scissors, pliers, a ruler, and a hook. The scene has a rustic, vintage aesthetic.
A person dressed in a winter coat and hat sits on a city street, huddled over with a quilt draped over their knees. Next to them is an acoustic guitar lying on the ground, and a cardboard sign that reads 'THANK YOU 4 UR HELP & SUPPORTING THE HOMELESS' is propped up against a container. The setting suggests an urban environment with buildings lining the street.
A person dressed in a winter coat and hat sits on a city street, huddled over with a quilt draped over their knees. Next to them is an acoustic guitar lying on the ground, and a cardboard sign that reads 'THANK YOU 4 UR HELP & SUPPORTING THE HOMELESS' is propped up against a container. The setting suggests an urban environment with buildings lining the street.
A homeless person sits against a wall, holding a sign and accompanied by a dog. Blurred figures of pedestrians pass by quickly, highlighting the contrast between movement and stillness. Storefront items are displayed in the window behind the person, with various decorative objects. The image is in black and white, emphasizing a somber tone.
A homeless person sits against a wall, holding a sign and accompanied by a dog. Blurred figures of pedestrians pass by quickly, highlighting the contrast between movement and stillness. Storefront items are displayed in the window behind the person, with various decorative objects. The image is in black and white, emphasizing a somber tone.
A black tactical backpack with multiple compartments is placed on a wooden pallet. The background consists of a concrete surface and other wooden pallets stacked nearby.
A black tactical backpack with multiple compartments is placed on a wooden pallet. The background consists of a concrete surface and other wooden pallets stacked nearby.
A black and white image depicting an area with improvised camping setup under a roofed structure, against a backdrop of partially visible trees. Camping gear such as a backpack, sleeping bag, trekking poles, and various items are spread on a flat concrete surface. The sunlight filters through the trees, casting shadows on the ground.
A black and white image depicting an area with improvised camping setup under a roofed structure, against a backdrop of partially visible trees. Camping gear such as a backpack, sleeping bag, trekking poles, and various items are spread on a flat concrete surface. The sunlight filters through the trees, casting shadows on the ground.
Support

Helping the homeless with essential comfort items.

Care

Outreach

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