Jeremy Montgomery

Jeremy Montgomery

With decades of transformational service and leadership experience at premier nonprofit organizations and ministries, Jeremy Montgomery journey in ministry began in high school when God placed it on his heart to tend to those in need living in our urban centers. Jeremy attended Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where received his Masters of Arts in urban ministry. After a decade of ministry experience, he continued his educational studies at Eastern University to receive his MBA in management.

Jeremy has found a true calling in steering the establishment of unparalleled levels of service for the homeless population of Philadelphia. Arriving at Sunday Breakfast Rescue MissionĀ as CEO and president in November 2018 after eight years with Habitat for Humanity, he transitioned a New Jersey Habitat affiliate from all-volunteer to staff-driven and grew its operating budget from $175,000 to $3.1 million.

Growing up with his parents and with more than 100 foster brothers and sisters, Jeremy knows firsthand the importance of ensuring everyone has access to the full spectrum of resources required to physically and spiritually thrive, especially having a safe, caring place to live.

Overcoming COVID-Positive Cases While Maintaining the Same Level of Care to Those in Need

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges for nonprofits, especially organizations that work directly with vulnerable populations, like Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission, the oldest and largest homeless shelter in Philadelphia. While testing and vaccinations have helped slow the spread of COVID-19, the risk for organizations like ours is still high.