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Ella

Thank you for giving Ella a life-changing gift this Christmas!

“By the grace of God… I’ve been so blessed.”

Erica

Erica shares how your support changed her life!

“I was on the streets for two years…”

Gabriel

The love YOU share gives hope

“I know now who God made me to be.”

Chanel

Chanel is celebrating Easter with JOY!

“I had no place to go… my addiction took over…”

James Case

Thanks to you… James has HOPE this Christmas!

“I had no place to go… my addiction took over…”

Windy wants to share how your support changed her life!

“I was scared to let go of the life that I knew…”

Thank you for loving your neighbor, Roberta

“God is working in my life.”

Easter 2023

Thank you for giving Tony a new beginning.

“I couldn’t accept the fact that I was homeless…”

Alondra Holiday 2022

Alondra has joy and new life, thanks to you!

“I felt all doors had been closed to me”.

Terrence is grateful & blessed this Thanksgiving because of your support

“It was like God was warning me if I didn’t change, this was it…”

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Nov 19

A Call To Action

Each year, #NationalHomelessnessAwarenessWeek serves as a powerful reminder that the fight against hunger and homelessness is not just an issue—it’s a cry out to do something!

In San Diego County, homelessness increased by 3% in San Diego County overall from last year, the one-day snapshot, point-in-time count found 10,605 people experiencing homelessness. That is too many! Do you agree? 🤔

Your partnership with the San Diego Rescue Mission empowers men, women, and children with vital resources, safe shelter, and God’s guidance. They are changed, and you will be too.

Volunteer, partner, pray, and more! Together, let's transform the state of homelessness in our county. Visit the link in our bio to get involved.

#EndHomelessness #SupportOurCommunity #HHWeek

Nov 16

Hope starts with a meal and stays in the heart.

Next Saturday, November 23rd the San Diego Rescue Mission is opening its doors at 120 Elm Street, from 1pm to 3pm, to share a hot, traditional indoor sit-down meal for people experiencing homelessness and those in need.

Our guests will enjoy a delicious feast and vital services such as medical care and prayer. Additionally, from 11am to 1pm, we will be offering hot showers and free haircuts, restoring dignity and confidence to our unsheltered neighbors.

🔊 We need your help!
Please reach out to someone you see who is struggling and invite them to join us at this special meal. Imagine the joy they'll experience. Let's ensure no one goes hungry this Thanksgiving.

For more details about our Thanksgiving Outreach visit the link in our bio.

#CommunityMeal #FoodInsecurity #MoreThanAMeal #Thanksgiving #OutreachMeal #Homelessness #GivingBack #Volunteering

Nov 15

Watch this short video and be inspired!

"My future is bright and full of faith. God bless every donor and volunteer for your love, compassion, and care you have given me. Thank you." Joy, Mission Academy Graduate

Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of the 48 Mission Academy Fall Graduates who triumphed over homelessness after completing their year-long rehabilitation program.

In this heart-stirring video, you’ll witness how Joy rose above abuse and injury to thrive again, while Kyle fought addiction and a decade of homelessness to gain sobriety. You will be inspired by their stories of resilience.

🙌 See more stories of renewal in the bio links.

#NewBeginnings #ItsGraduationDay #ThisIsMyTestimony #RescueMission #HomelessResources #Nonprofit #ChristianNonprofit #EndHomelessness

Nov 14

Mission Fed + Rescue Mission = Transforming Lives

We're excited to be featured alongside our corporate partner, Mission Federal Credit Union, in this Ch. 10 "Good Things in San Diego" segment.

With the support of partners like Mission Fed, we're able to help individuals experiencing homelessness move off the streets for good. Through wellness programs, education, counseling, and job training, we’re seeing lives transformed. It’s truly a "good thing!"

To learn more about the Rescue Mission and how you can make a difference for those without homes, visit sdrescue.org.

#HomelessResources #Nonprofit @missionfed Mission Fed Credit Union

Nov 13

And the winners are…

🎓 Twice a year, we come together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of students in Mission Academy, our 1-year residential recovery program. This special event also shines a spotlight on two scholarships that change the lives of people experiencing homelessness.

A huge shoutout to We Revive, our incredible corporate partner on a mission to revive the world one property at a time! They sponsor a scholarship for a male graduate, providing a key to unlock a new life and secure housing. This semester, we celebrate Kyle, the well-deserved recipient of the We Revive Scholarship!

We’re also thrilled to also highlight the Barbara Lee Edwards Scholarship, which began in Spring 2020 to empower women like Nekaiya, who has shown unwavering dedication and has big dreams for her future. Hip, hip, hooray! 🎓 May your journey ahead be filled with endless possibilities!

To our partners and supporters—your generosity is transforming lives and making a real difference in the fight against homelessness. Thank you!

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping to empower lives. Learn more about Mission Academy and donate a meal. Just $2.72 feeds students like Nekaiya and Kyle in our residential program. Link in our bio.

@werevive_ WeRevive

#HomelessResources #ChangingLives #GiveHope #SanDiegoNonProfit

Nov 9

🏌️‍♂️ 🌞 Last week, under the sunny skies at Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad, golfers from various businesses swung their way into the Rescue Mission’s 7th annual Corporate Golf Challenge! It was a beautiful day!

A huge shoutout to our amazing long-time partner and presenting sponsor, Bumble Bee Seafoods! Thank you to WeRevive for being the reception sponsor and Rincon for providing the $10,000 match challenge! To all participating businesses: your unwavering commitment to making a difference in our community is truly inspiring. OpenJar Concepts, our 2024 Champions, took home the coveted trophy and, of course, the ultimate bragging rights! 🏆

Each team gave their all, raising awareness about the homeless crisis in San Diego County. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bumble Bee and all our generous corporate, team, and hole sponsors who transformed this event into a day of impact and fun, benefiting our homeless neighbors! 🙌

Let's change the state of homelessness alongside compassionate businesses like Bumble Bee Seafoods. Become a Corporate Partner today. Links in bio.

#CommunityChampions #RescueMissionHeroes #CorporatePartners

Corporate sponsors include:
• Rincon - $10k Sponsor
• WeRevive - $10k Sponsor

Attisha Enterprises Bumble Bee Seafoods @bumblebeefoods @axosbank Axos Bank @boutiquerecruiting Boutique Recruiting @dwellwesthomes @endeavorbank @harperconstructioncompany Harper Construction Company Endeavor Bank Dwell West Homes ICW Group La Costa Dental Group by Espire @lacostadental @mma_west Marsh McLennan Agency - West @onlinebuilders @onlinebuilders Online Builders Planning Center @planningcenter Premier Auto Prevost Construction, Inc. @prevostconstruction @rincontribe Rincon Tribe SD Event Pros Sedano Auto @sharphealthcare Sharp HealthCare TCWGlobal @tcw_global Telos @werevive_ WeRevive Wisdom Wealth Management

Nov 8

A heartfelt thank you!❤️Your help is working!!!

In 2024, we celebrated the graduation of 160 individuals from our 12-month rehabilitation program, Mission Academy. By addressing the issues of their heart, our students break free from destructive patterns and embrace healthier habits. They find jobs, secure permanent homes, and gain support from God and their community.

Your compassion has played a crucial role in transforming these lives.

Last Saturday, 38 students proudly stepped across the stage, embarking on their journey toward self-sufficiency.

May God’s blessings guide them on this new adventure, inspiring them to share their stories and spread joy wherever they go.

Check out these inspiring alumni videos: www.sdrescue.org/real-stories/alumni-videos/

Thank you for being a part of this mission. Together, we can rewrite the narrative of homelessness, one life at a time.
#Graduation #ThisIsMyTestimony #HomelessResources

Nov 5

🥧🦃 Did someone say PIE? 🦃🥧

Hey there, pie enthusiasts! The San Diego Rescue Mission is cooking up a Thanksgiving feast for our unsheltered neighbors on November 23rd, and guess what? We need your help!

We're on the hunt for dinner rolls and delicious apple pies, berry pies, peach pies – you name it, we'll take it! If you want to add some sweetness to the lives of our community members facing food insecurity and homelessness, this is your chance.

Simply drop off your store-bought pies or dinner rolls before the 18th at the Mission front desk, attention: Alan Kennedy, 120 Elm Street, Monday-Friday between 8 am - 3 pm. Your contribution will make our Thanksgiving meal extra tasty and our hearts extra thankful! 🙌

For more information about our community meal, visit the link in our bio. 🥧✨

#GiveThanks #CommunityLove #SanDiegoRescueMission

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Nov 2

🎓 Exciting reminder! Tomorrow at 10:30am is Graduation Day!

📍 Location: First Presbyterian Church, 320 Date Street, San Diego

We're celebrating over 40 incredible graduates who have transformed their lives in our year-long residential program Mission Academy! From homelessness to hope, their stories are powerful examples of resilience and strength.

Your support has been vital in helping us make a difference for those experiencing homelessness. Join us in honoring these remarkable students.

If you can’t join us live, watch the live stream link in our bio at 10:25 am 📺

Let’s celebrate together!

#RescueMission #SanDiegoNonProfit #HomelessResources #Graduation

Oct 29

A Race to Remember!

Recently, 15 students and 7 staff members from our year-long recovery program, Mission Academy, completed the America’s Finest City Half Marathon. Among the participants, one story stood out: Armond's.

In Mission Academy’s Up and Running Program, each season the team votes for a participant who exemplifies excellence—someone who is consistent, has a positive attitude, motivates others, and takes on a leadership role. This season, Armond earned the Excellence Award, which was presented the night before the race.

Known for his devotionals and prayers, Armond accepted the award with tears of gratitude. His resilience is remarkable; he has faced chronic homelessness since the age of 5.

For Armond, crossing the half-marathon finish line was a "taste of victory." Through Up and Running Again, he has gained a deeper understanding of himself and plans to continue running, looking forward to future seasons with the training program.
As the Bible reminds us, “Run the race set before us.” Armond’s story is a testament to the strength and perseverance we can find through faith and dedication.

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping to empower lives. Learn more about Mission Academy and donate a meal. Just $2.72 feeds students like Armond in our residential program. Links in our bio.

#MissionAcademy #RunTheRace #HomelessResources

Oct 26

If each of the 3 million people living in San Diego County learned one name of the 10,000 people without a home, every person experiencing homelessness would be known x300. 🤯🤯🤯

Imagine the power of your “yes” to learning OneName.

Sign up for the OneName Challenge today! Link in our bio.

#OneNameChallenge #DignityForAll #SanDiegoCommunity #HopeForTheHomeless

Oct 26

"With the support of the Mission, I found the healing I needed."
— Cal’Juan, Mission Academy Graduate

Let’s celebrate new beginnings!

Come to graduation and honor the incredible journeys of our Fall graduates from Mission Academy, our 12-month, faith-based rehabilitation program!

📅 Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: First Presbyterian Church, 320 Date St., San Diego, CA 92101
🌐 Check out our Fall Graduation link in our bio for more.

#Graduation #RescueMission #SanDiegoNonProfit #HomelessResources

Oct 22

“Our children have always known that we have tithed … it is a part of our faith and it is a way that we can give a little more after we are no longer here. We have decided to include the San Diego Rescue Mission in our estate plans because we like the ministry that this organization is providing. We have left a bequest in our Trust.”
Lura Cupples, Legacy Donor

Did you know October 21-27 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week?

Download our FREE Christian Wills Guide for 4 simple steps to create a God-honoring, cost-effective Will: www.sdrescue.org/ways-to-give/willsguide/

Leave a legacy that blesses your family and supports our neighbors experiencing homelessness in San Diego County!

#LegacyGiving #EstatePlanning

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