Scholarship Recipient Flourishes
Mark H. became the first man to benefit from the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Educational Scholarship Fund in November 2021.
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for March
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce announced its Employee of the Month for March, John H. John originally graduated from the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Transformation Program in 2018 and worked for the Clean Team Workforce. Even though John was a hard worker, anxiety and depression took over his life and he decided to leave […]
The Allentown Rescue Mission Pays Tribute to a Long-Time Friend
The Allentown Rescue Mission last week honored a long-time volunteer and friend of the Mission, Frances Kryzan, who recently passed away. Fran faithfully volunteered in the Mission’s kitchen and supported all the men she served on the food line. Frances volunteered at the Allentown Rescue Mission along with other members of the Outreach Committee at […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for February
The Allentown Rescue Mission congratulates its Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for February, James F. James worked for the Clean Team Workforce in 2015 after he graduated from the Transformation Program. He remained employed by the Clean Team Workforce for almost a year to save money for rent and to secure a job […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for January
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce would like to congratulate Chris W. for not only being selected as Employee of the Month for January but also for being hired full-time at Trinity Glass International, Inc., a local manufacturer of exterior and patio doors. Chris came to the Emergency Shelter after a falling out with […]
Scholarship Program Opens the Door to a Brighter Future
Eduardo R., a current resident at the Allentown Rescue Mission, enrolled at Lehigh Carbon Community College this semester and began classes toward his bachelor’s degree with the help of the Mission’s scholarship program. The scholarship money, donated by Glasbern and an anonymous benefactor, has been earmarked for education to help homeless men become more employable. […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for December
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce congratulates its employee of the month for December, James M. James stayed at the Allentown Rescue Mission and worked for the Clean Team Workforce in 2016. At that time, James left the Mission without having a permanent job lined up. He struggled while looking for employment, but he […]
Donors Save Slow Holiday Giving Season
The Allentown Rescue Mission reported tremendous donor support over the past two holiday months. The holidays can be difficult for the men who stay at the Mission. Being separated from loved ones or reflecting on days gone by and losses that have occurred can cause heartache and despair, but the generosity and love shown by […]
Christmas Time Offers the Opportunity to Share Hope and Healing
Christmas time at the Allentown Rescue Mission offers the opportunity to share with our men the message of hope and healing that is found in the greatest gift ever given, Jesus Christ. This message is conveyed in both word and deed, as we aim to display the love of Christ to the men in our […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for November – Roberto A.
The Allentown Rescue Mission congratulates its Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for November, Roberto A. Roberto graduated from the Transformation Program in October. Since graduating, he has been working in the Allentown Rescue Mission’s kitchen as a staff member through the Clean Team Workforce. Before arriving at the Mission, Roberto led a life […]