The Allentown Rescue Mission Strengthens its Curriculum
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Transformation Program introduced a new course to its curriculum titled “No More Excuses”. The course follows the teachings of Pastor and Doctor Tony Evans. It seamlessly aligns with the Transformation Program’s goal to transform homeless men’s lives by teaching life skills and faith-based education. The class also bolsters support for the […]
Allentown Rescue Mission makes Books to the Rescue Delivery to BASD Elementary School
WFMZ news reported our recent Books to the Rescue success. “A program like Books to the Rescue means that our students will be provided with more at-home resources to help pave the way for student success.” Click on the button below to read the story.
Books to the Rescue Celebrates a Successful Start
The Allentown Rescue Mission commemorated its first Books to the Rescue delivery to Clearview Elementary School in the Bethlehem School District. The 300 book donation will support early learning and reading for young students who do not have the resources at home to supplement COVID-limited school efforts. The Allentown Rescue Mission established Books to the […]
Books to the Rescue; A New Chapter for the Allentown Rescue Mission
The Allentown Rescue Mission enthusiastically announces the launch of its newest program, Books to the Rescue, in conjunction with National Read Across America Day. Books to the Rescue is operated by the men of the Allentown Rescue Mission to acquire, through donations, early learning books and distribute them to local elementary schools for the teachers […]
Clean Team Worker of the Month – James
The Allentown Rescue Mission congratulates its Clean Team worker of the month for February, James. James grew up the victim of an alcoholic father. He suffered verbal and physical abuse. Never able to forgive his father, James relied on his mother to teach him life skills needed to become an adult. Unfortunately, James’ mother passed […]
Donors Enable Allentown Rescue Mission to Purchase Life-Saving Monitor
The Allentown Rescue Mission would like to thank its donors for remaining faithful throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. It used a portion of the donations to purchase a blood pressure kiosk to help monitor the health of its clients. During the pandemic, the Allentown Rescue Mission has seen more men with significant medical issues. Some of […]
Former Allentown Rescue Mission Resident Serves up Success Story
“Whatever comes through that door I got to manage to cook,” said 49-year-old Francisco Ortiz as he looked over a pork loin and roast. “Once I pull this part, I can make tacos,” he explained while examining the roast. Ortiz is the new Food Service Manager at the Allentown Rescue Mission. He oversees food donations and […]
The Path of a Former Guest Leads to Promotion
The Allentown Rescue Mission proudly announces the promotion of Francisco, a former guest, to Food Service Manager. Francisco’s two and a half year journey of healing and growth with the Allentown Rescue Mission prepared him for the next chapter of his life. In his new role, Francisco will be responsible for managing food donations and inventory, overseeing […]
Donors Deliver Holiday Joy
The Allentown Rescue Mission thanks everyone who had a hand in making Christmas special for the homeless men it shelters. The men received donations of wrapping paper, backpacks, warm clothing and other gifts. These donations were a great blessing to the men; it gave them a sense of normalcy during this challenging time in their […]
Generosity and Kindness Shine through the Pandemic
For the past 19 years, on the weekend before Thanksgiving, the Allentown Rescue Mission partnered with Giant’s, Walmart’s, and other community partners to collect food and supplies for the homeless men it serves. The Allentown Rescue Mission relies on this event to restock its pantry for the following year. This year, the global pandemic changed […]