Basic Needs & Relief
Support aligned with homeless services — such as food, clothing, hygiene items, and other essentials for those without stable housing.
501(c)(3) Public Charity · EIN 27-4118160
Nurture hope where life is hardest.
A Texas-based 501(c)(3) charitable organization focused on homeless persons centers and services in the Brownwood area — serving with practical care and faith-rooted compassion.
“Whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”
— Proverbs 11:25
Our Mission
Purpose and calling.
Budding Staff Ministries is organized as a charitable ministry to support individuals and families affected by homelessness and related hardship in and around Brownwood, Texas.
The name reflects hope for new growth — and a community of supporters walking alongside those who are most vulnerable. Our purpose aligns with our IRS classification: homeless persons centers and services.
We seek to serve with dignity, practical help, and encouragement rooted in Christian faith.
What We Do
Areas of focus
Public records classify Budding Staff Ministries under homeless persons centers and services (NTEE code P85). The following describe the charitable purposes we are organized to address.
Referral & Community Connection
Helping individuals find appropriate local resources, including faith communities and agencies that serve people in need.
Spiritual Care
Ministry-centered encouragement, prayer, and fellowship offered with respect for each person’s circumstances.
Partnerships
Working with churches, volunteers, and donors who wish to support charitable outreach in Brownwood and Brown County.
Organization
Registered charitable ministry
- Legal name: Budding Staff Ministries
- EIN: 27-4118160
- Status: 501(c)(3) public charity (contributions may be tax-deductible as allowed by law)
- IRS ruling date: April 2011
- Classification: Homeless persons centers and services (NTEE P85)
- Principal officer: Phyllis Douglin
- Mailing address: PO Box 681, Brownwood, TX 76804, United States
Federal tax-exempt status was recognized in 2011. For questions about the organization, donations, or how to help, please contact us by email.
About Us
A ministry built on growth and care.
The name Budding Staff reflects our vision: new life breaking through difficult soil — and a “staff” of supporters walking together with those who are most vulnerable.
Budding Staff Ministries is incorporated in Texas and recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt charitable organization (ruling date April 2011). Our stated classification is homeless persons centers and services.
- Legal name
- Budding Staff Ministries
- EIN
- 27-4118160
- Principal Officer
- Phyllis Douglin
- Classification
- Charitable Organization (501(c)(3))
- Deductibility
- Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law
- Mailing address
- PO Box 681, Brownwood, TX 76804, United States
Get Involved
How you can help today.
If you would like to support our charitable purposes, please contact us. We welcome inquiries about donations, volunteering, and partnerships.
- Give — Financial or in-kind gifts may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
- Serve — Ask how you may volunteer or assist with outreach.
- Share — Help others learn about Budding Staff Ministries.
- Pray — Uphold those affected by homelessness and hardship in our community.
Contact
We would love to hear from you.
For donations, volunteering, partnerships, or general questions, contact us by email.
Mailing Address
Budding Staff MinistriesPO Box 681
Brownwood, TX 76804
United States
Principal Officer
Phyllis Douglin
Tax ID
EIN 27-4118160