Welcome to CITA Rescue Mission
We’re glad you’re here. CITA (Christ Is the Answer) Rescue Mission has served the Space Coast since 1969. From the beginning, our purpose has stayed the same: Christ must stay at the center—because He is the One who transforms lives.
In this short welcome video, CEO and President, Dr. Buddy Morrow, shares how CITA serves people in crisis across two campuses—and why this work is possible only because of friends and partners like you.
- 52-bed men’s recovery campus on Harbor City Boulevard.
- Helen’s House serving up to 32 women and children during times of crisis, providing safety, stability, and Christ-centered restoration.
- No government funding—so Christ remains the center.
- You’re invited to call or take a tour.
How We Restore Lives
CITA Rescue Mission serves the Space Coast through Christ-centered programs designed for real restoration—not quick fixes. Explore how we help men, women, and children take the next step toward stability, healing, and new life.
Annual Impact
A one-year snapshot of ministry impact from CITA’s most recent reporting period.
These numbers help show what happens when the Space Coast shows up—through prayer, giving, volunteering, and thrift store support.
Serving the Space Coast since 1969.
20,449
Nights of Shelter Provided
73,943
Meals Served
1,899
Hours of Counseling & Case Management
22,675
Hours of Chapel & Small Groups
196
Clients Served
Story Spotlight
A Fresh Start Is Possible.
Beth lost everything—her marriage, her home, her job—and spent a year living on the streets with nowhere to feel safe. When she heard CITA was building a shelter for women and mothers with children, she kept calling, week after week, asking for help. On June 10, 2024, she became the first guest admitted to Helen’s House—and her life began to change.
Be the Reason Someone Finds Hope.
Volunteers help make the day-to-day mission possible—serving meals, supporting special events, sorting and pricing donations in the thrift store, assisting with donation pickup days, and helping with projects like cleaning, organizing, and light maintenance. Your time matters here.
Be Part of the Story
CITA is still here because the Space Coast keeps showing up—through donations, volunteers, thrift store shoppers, and prayer. If you want to help restore lives in Melbourne and across Brevard County, here are a few meaningful ways to start.