Transformation Program Graduate – Robert F.
Robert F. was living in a hotel trying to find a job after he was released from prison. However, he was unable to secure a job before his money ran out and needed a place to stay. With nowhere else to go, he turned to the Allentown Rescue Mission for help. After 30 days in […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for August
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce congratulates its Employeeof the Month for August, Eric S. Eric S’s life began to unravel when he became involved with a woman who was an addict. Eric, arecovering alcoholic, reverted to his old habits and spent his savings on their addictions. Soon, he wasunable to pay his rent. […]
Commemorating 15 Years of Employing Homeless Men
The Allentown Rescue Mission is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Clean Team Workforce. The Clean Team Workforce was created to provide full-time employment for homeless men the day after they graduate from the Mission’s Transformation Program and to teach them skills needed to succeed in today’s job market. Founded in 2008, the Clean Team […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Piyush P.
Piyush P. was evicted from his apartment. He had trouble getting along with his roommate. He knew about the Allentown Rescue Mission and the help it provided, so Piyush decided to stay in the Emergency Shelter while he was working in the area. He hoped that the job he had would turn into full-time work, […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for July
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce announces its Employee of the Month for July, Steve Z. Steve needed help and a place to stay after his mother asked him to leave the family home because of motivational issues. Steve graduated from high school but was not looking for a job or making any plans […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Dale B.
Dale B. had been working and had a place of his own until his health began to take a turn for the worse. Pain and neuropathy associated with diabetes caused Dale to lose his job and then his home. He fell into a deep depression and felt like ending his life. His behavior led him […]
Allentown Rescue Mission Guests Receive the Gift of Clear Sight
Warby Parker, a New York-based eyewear company, recently donated gift cards to the Allentown Rescue Mission to provide homeless men with free eye exams and eyeglasses. The generous gift was donated by the brand’s Lehigh Valley retail store team and will allow Mission guests who may otherwise not have access to eye care to be […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Henry G.
Henry G. had living and employment stability until mental health began to affect his life. He was unable to focus on work and ultimately quit and moved in with sister. Eventually, his sister had to move out of her apartment, so Henry had nowhere to stay and turned to the Allentown Rescue Mission. Henry enjoyed […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Tim J.
Tim J. had a job and was living independently when bursitis started affecting his daily life. The condition became so painful that Tim had to quit his job. Once out of work, boredom set in and he began drinking and using drugs to pass the time. This lifestyle caused him to run through his savings […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for June
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce congratulates its Employeeof the Month for June, Shaheed B. Shaheed came to the Allentown Rescue Mission after being evicted from his home for late rentpayments. He had been working part-time and struggled to pay his bills each month. After staying inthe Emergency Shelter, he joined the eight-week Transformation […]