MUST MINISTRIES INC

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 1717, MARIETTA, GA 30061-1717

In care of

% FRANK WINDOM

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

Dr Dwight Reighard, 1260 Cobb Pkwy North, Marietta, GA 30062

Signed the 990

Dr Dwight Reighard, President & CEO

Phone

(770) 427-9862

Website

www.mustministries.org

Return prepared by

Mauldin & Jenkins LLC

Mission

To serve our neighbors in need and to transform lives and communities in response to Christ's call.

Program accomplishments

• See Schedule OFood Services: MUST Ministries provides comprehensive food assistance through programs designed to reach individuals and families who face the highest barriers to accessing nutritious meals. MUST's food programs include the MUST Mobile Pantry, which brings groceries, toiletries and fresh produce directly into neighborhoods; Neighborhood Pantries imbedded in schools, which ensures thousands of children and adults receive consistent, reliable support each month; MUST Client Services pantries in Marietta, Smyrna and Canton; Loaves and Fishes Kitchen in the MUST Hope House, which serves three meals a day; and the Senior Smiles food program, which provides monthly food boxes to seniors in need, right at their doors.Client ServicesMUST's Client Services locations provide comprehensive assistance for individuals and families with little to no income, offering food, housing support, workforce development, entrepreneurial training, clothing, hygiene items, healthcare access, case management and help with government and insurance applications. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, MUST distributed more than 700,000 pounds of groceries to 22,000 people and provided 175,000 clothing items at no cost to more than 12,000 individuals through Client Services. Nearly 2,000 people participated in job readiness and industry training, and more than 700 secured employment, generating more than $25 million in annual personal income.Neighborhood PantryThe MUST Neighborhood Pantry program partners with public schools, churches and businesses to provide food and essential items to children and families who face significant transportation barriers. Operating 19 pantries across Cobb and Cherokee counties, the program serves students from 49 schools and supports more than 400 at-risk families each month. During the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, the Neighborhood Pantry distributed more than a quarter million pounds of food and toiletries to 7,000 clients, including more than 3,200 children.Mobile PantryThe MUST Mobile program delivers fresh, healthy food directly to low-income neighborhoods and food deserts where transportation challenges prevent families from accessing traditional food pantries. Each month, the program reaches 15 locations across five metropolitan counties, including schools, churches, apartment communities and the VA Clinic. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, more than 12,000 clients received nearly 650,000 pounds of food and additional toiletries through this mobile distribution model.Seasonal Programs and Community OutreachMUST Ministries provides seasonal and holiday assistance to help stabilize families and support children, seniors and individuals facing financial hardship. The Summer Lunch program delivers weekday breakfast and lunch items to at-risk children during school breaks and, through partnerships with churches and community groups, distributed more than half a million meals to roughly 7,000 children across eight counties. MUST's Toy Shop served more than 7,500 children in three counties with Christmas gifts, clothing items and school supplies, while the holiday food program provided about 500 families with complete holiday meals and gift cards for a turkey or ham. The Senior Smiles program, which now includes hygiene items and other personal care essentials in addition to food, supports 250 seniors each month.
  Expenses $8,312,451 · grants $6,852,220
• See Schedule OHousing: MUST Ministries provides a continuum of housing programs that address the immediate and long-term needs of individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Through emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing and targeted rental assistance, MUST helps clients secure safe, stable housing and progress toward lasting self-sufficiency.Hope House Emergency ShelterThe MUST Hope House emergency shelter provides immediate, low-barrier housing for men, women and families experiencing homelessness. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, the shelter served more than 1,700 people and provided 50,000 bed nights, along with outreach services for more than 500 additional individuals. Hope House offers a 30-day stay and connects clients to case management, workforce resources and referrals for medical, behavioral health, substance use and domestic violence services.Permanent Supportive HousingMUST's Permanent Supportive Housing program delivers long-term, stable housing for individuals who are disabled or chronically homeless, including veterans. The program served more than 200 people and provided 55,000 bed nights while offering case management that supports medical care access, employment services and education. These services help residents in Cobb, Cherokee and Paulding counties move toward lasting financial stability.Tenant Based Rental AssistanceThe Tenant Based Rental Assistance program provides short-term financial support to help families experiencing homelessness bridge the gap between what they can afford and local rent standards in Cobb County. This flexible assistance helps households regain stability while working toward long-term housing independence.Rapid Re-HousingThe Rapid Re-Housing program helps clients quickly obtain safe and stable housing through short-term rental assistance and supportive services. Operating in Cobb, Cherokee, Bartow, Douglas, Paulding and Pickens counties, the program is designed to increase self-sufficiency and reduce the length of time individuals experience homelessness. Among the 200 clients served through both Rapid Re-Housing and Tenant Based Rental Assistance, more than 92 percent were stably housed upon program completion.
  Expenses $6,614,891 · grants $2,850,432 · revenue $231,877
• See Schedule OClothingMUST Ministries provides free clothing to individuals and families in need through its Client Services locations, offering essentials such as everyday apparel, children's items, hygiene-related garments and seasonal necessities. The organization also supports clients through MUST Marketplace, where low-cost clothing options help stretch limited budgets while generating funds that sustain MUST's broader programs.MUST MarketplaceMUST Marketplace, established in 2014, supports the organization's mission by offering a full retail experience whose proceeds directly fund client programs. In November 2023, the Marketplace relocated to a 7,500-square-foot store in Roswell, Ga., doubling its previous size and expanding departments that include clothing, designer jewelry, home dcor, seasonal goods and furniture. The Marketplace provides affordable items to the community, raises funds for MUST programs and offers another way for clients to shop for needed essentials. The location also features a donation drop-off area, allowing the community to contribute items that further sustain MUST's services.
  Expenses $2,653,077 · grants $1,265,607
• Workforce DevelopmentMUST Ministries' Workforce Development program helps clients build marketable skills-sets such as computer literacy, interview preparation and certification training. Through resume assistance, career assessments and hands-on job readiness support, the program empowers individuals to secure employment and achieve financial stability.During the last year, MUST Ministries served 1,914 workforce development clients, including 1,714 new enrollments who accessed job readiness training, skills development and employment support. A total of 718 individuals reported securing employment at an average hourly wage of $18.56, generating an estimated $25.2 million in earnings returned to the local economy.Behavioral and Primary Care:MUST Ministries expands access to essential healthcare by offering affordable behavioral and primary care services to individuals who may otherwise go without treatment. Through on-site support at housing programs and regularly scheduled mobile medical clinics, MUST helps clients address mental, emotional and physical health needs that are critical to long-term stability.ClinicMUST Ministries provides free behavioral and primary healthcare through third-party clinical partners to ensure clients have access to essential treatment. Behavioral health services, including counseling and support groups, are offered on-site at the Hope House emergency shelter and to clients in Permanent Supportive Housing across Cobb and Cherokee counties. Primary care was delivered through a mobile medical unit that operated twice a month in Marietta and once a month in Smyrna, expanding access for individuals and families who face financial or transportation barriers.
  Expenses $3,165,094 · grants $93,391

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

58-2034725

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

1993

Accounting year ends

June

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Human services (P20Z)

Assets (IRS master file)

$35,497,754

Income (IRS master file)

$23,576,362

Filing history

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 58-2034725).

Questions about MUST MINISTRIES INC

What is the EIN of MUST MINISTRIES INC?

The employer identification number (EIN) of MUST MINISTRIES INC is 58-2034725.

Is MUST MINISTRIES INC tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1993.

Are donations to MUST MINISTRIES INC tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does MUST MINISTRIES INC file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of MUST MINISTRIES INC due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did MUST MINISTRIES INC last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.

Who is the principal officer of MUST MINISTRIES INC?

The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Dr Dwight Reighard.

Who are the officers and directors of MUST MINISTRIES INC?

The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 44 people; 8 received compensation from the organization, the highest $267,791 (Dwight Ike Reighard, President/CEO).

How much revenue does MUST MINISTRIES INC have?

On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $23,023,834, expenses of $23,852,496 and total assets of $35,497,754 at year end.

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