Welcome to SUMS Place Society
Same Mission. Same Heart. A New Name.
| 2025 Annual Report | Strategic Plan | Name Change | Letter from the CEO |
An Important Announcement to All Staff
Today, we are excited to share an important milestone in the history of our organization.
Surrey Urban Mission Society is now officially SUMS Place Society. This change reflects who we are today, the communities we serve, and the future we are building together. While our name is changing, our mission, values, and commitment to our guests remain the same.
Why Are We Changing Our Name?
For more than 30 years, our organization has served people experiencing homelessness, poverty, food insecurity, and isolation throughout Surrey. What began as a community kitchen has grown into a diverse network of shelters, meal programs, casework, and community support.
The name SUMS Place Society better reflects who we have become and how we want to grow.
A place is more than a building. It is where people find safety, dignity, support, and a sense of belonging.
What Is Not Changing?
Our Mission
To be a bridge for Christ’s love, nurturing hope in our community.
Our Core Pillars
Looking Ahead
At its heart, SUMS Place is about belonging. It is about creating places where people are welcomed, supported, and treated with dignity. That commitment will continue to guide our work and shape our future.
While our name is changing, the heart of our work remains the same. We will continue providing meals, shelter, casework, and compassionate care while strengthening the programs, partnerships, and supports that help our guests find dignity, stability, and hope.
Supporting Our People
Our staff are the heart of SUMS Place Society. We remain committed to creating a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and equipped to do their best work.
Building Community
Through strong partnerships with churches, volunteers, donors, service providers, and community organizations, we will continue working together to create meaningful pathways of support for those we serve.
Growing Our Impact
As our community continues to evolve, we will look for new opportunities to respond with compassion, innovation, and care, ensuring our services remain relevant and accessible to those who need them most.
Building for the Future
By strengthening our systems, technology, facilities, and organizational foundations, we are preparing SUMS Place Society to continue serving our community with excellence for many years to come.
A place to rest. A place to heal. A place to belong.
What This Means for Staff
Over the coming weeks and months, you will begin to see updated signage, new branding and logos, revised email signatures, updated forms and documents, website changes, and new organizational materials.
Leadership will continue to provide updates and resources as these changes are implemented.
Questions or Discussion?
We recognize that a change like this may raise questions. If you would like to learn more about our new name, branding, or what this means for your program or department, please reach out to a member of the leadership team or your manager below.
Follow the Journey
Community Support
“Organizations like SUMS Place have played a vital role in supporting people facing homelessness and poverty in Surrey. Their commitment over the past 30 years has made a meaningful difference in our community. As they begin this next chapter, we look forward to seeing their strategic plan in action and how their work continues to evolve to meet the needs of those they serve.”
— Amna Shah
MLA for Surrey City Centre
Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives and Mental Health & Addictions
Thank You
This new chapter would not be possible without the dedication, compassion, and commitment of our staff. Every day, you create places where people find dignity, support, and belonging. Thank you for the difference you make in the lives of those we serve and in our community.
More than a name. A commitment to creating places where people can belong, grow, and succeed.