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A Christ-centered ministry for homeless men · Mobile, Alabama

A safe place to stop, breathe, and begin again.

Ryan's Refuge gives men coming off the street a home, a brotherhood, and a path forward. We meet each man where he is, with no judgment and only grace.

Give Today I Need a Place to Stay

Recover. Rebuild. Rise.

“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.”
Psalm 9:9

Our Mission

Restoring hope and rebuilding lives through faith in Jesus Christ.

Every man who walks through our doors carries a story of pain, loss, and longing. We provide a safe place for homeless men to stabilize, heal, grow spiritually, and prepare for independent living rooted in biblical truth.

We are a structured, Christ-centered community where men are discipled, mentored, and equipped. From the dinner table to job training, every moment is a chance for transformation. The road back is rarely straight, but no man walks it alone here.

501(c)(3) nonprofit A ministry of Bump In The Road Ministries 554 S Craft Hwy, Mobile
A large crowd of men from Ryan's Refuge gathered together outdoors at sunset
Ryan Bolton in a red flannel shirt and beanie in front of a painted mural

In Loving Memory

Named for Ryan Bolton.

1981 – 2023

This ministry carries his name and his heart. Read the story of the man who inspired Ryan's Refuge, in his family's words and his own.

Read Ryan's Story

How We Serve

Recover. Rebuild. Rise.

Our motto is also our path. Each man moves from stability, to spiritual and practical growth, to a life of his own.

Residents and visitors gathered in a circle for prayer inside Ryan's Refuge

Recover

Stability

A safe bed, regular meals, and a community that holds each man steady.

  • Faith-Based HousingSafe, structured housing grounded in biblical community and accountability. Men live together as brothers in Christ.
  • Recovery SupportChrist-centered addiction recovery, with mental health resources and professional referrals.
Men seated together listening during a gathering

Rebuild

Growth

Faith and practical skills, built day by day alongside mentors.

  • Discipleship & Bible StudyDaily spiritual formation through Scripture, worship, and one-on-one mentoring that builds lasting faith.
  • Life Skills & AccountabilityBudgeting and the practical habits that make independent living possible.
Men of Ryan's Refuge cheering with raised hands outside the building

Rise

Independence

Preparing each man to work, to stand on his own, and to give back.

  • Job ReadinessResume building, interview preparation, and support re-entering the community.
  • Legal & Court SupportHelp obtaining legal documentation and navigating court obligations.

Making an Impact

One life at a time.

Through regular outreach events, shared meals, worship, and local partnerships, we serve the men in our home and the wider Mobile community.

Community cookout under a pavilion beside the water
Community Outreach
Men sharing a meal around a long table
The Dinner Table
Families and residents gathered on a lawn under oak trees
Family Day
A volunteer cooking in the kitchen
Meals
A full room gathered for worship
Worship
Guests relaxing on the lawn by the lake
Fellowship

Partner With Us · Give · Volunteer · Pray

Your generosity restores lives.

Every gift, large or small, gives a man a real chance at a new beginning. When you give to Ryan's Refuge, you provide:

  • A bed to sleep in
  • A meal at the table
  • The hope of a new beginning

Ryan's Refuge is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 99-2140020

Looking for Help?

If you're ready to begin again, we want to hear from you.

Ryan's Refuge serves homeless men who are ready for a structured, Christ-centered program. Beds are limited, so we keep a wait list. The first step is a short intake interview.

If you're helping a son, brother, or friend, you're welcome to reach out on his behalf.

  1. Complete the interviewTell us about yourself and your situation. It takes a few minutes.
  2. Join the wait listYour interview adds you to our wait list for an available bed.
  3. We reach outOur team contacts you to talk through next steps.
Start the Intake Interview

Questions first? Call 251-228-8454.

Our Team

The people walking alongside our men.

Eric Overstreet

Eric Overstreet

Founder / Executive Director

Brian Dean

Brian Dean

Program Director

Heather Fillingim

Heather Fillingim

Community Outreach Coordinator

Ryan's Refuge team members at an Association of Christian Recovery Ministries event

We work alongside churches, local partners, and the wider Christian recovery community so that every man has the support he needs at every stage.