Helping the Hurting in Jesus’ Name
Since 1911, Union Mission has been a ready, active hand of help to the needy of West Virginia. Our mission is “helping hurting people in Jesus’ name,” and as such, we unabashedly share the gospel of Jesus Christ even as we minister to the physical needs of the downtrodden. We have seen God work in amazing ways through our various ministries to improve lives and draw people closer to Him. All over our state, the Union Mission has gained a reputation of being there for those who have nowhere to turn.
STORY OF HOPE: Feeding People is Still the Core of What We Do
In the fall of last year, the Governor’s office announced the Posey Perry Emergency Food Fund to help combat food insecurity in West Virginia. As a recent recipient of some of these funds, Union Mission is exploring ways to
From Jason’s Desk: An Invitation to the Churches
The Union Mission has been helping hurting West Virginians since 1911, a tradition we are proud to continue building upon over 100 years later. A huge part of that tradition is our partnership with churches and faith communities. Without the
Story of Hope: Preschool joins families and faith community
The Union Mission is located in a valley in Charleston’s Kanawha City area. Our thrift store, administration, addiction recovery, warehouse, and preschool facilities have been here since the 1950s when locals fondly referred to the area as Mission Hollow. Today,
PROGRAMS & MINISTRIES
There is so much going on at Union Mission.
Our nine different ministries & programs areas are always seeking ways to help more people in our state.
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Stories of Hope
STORY OF HOPE: Feeding People is Still the Core of What We Do
In the fall of last year, the Governor’s office announced the Posey Perry Emergency Food Fund to help combat food insecurity in West Virginia. As a recent recipient of some of these funds, Union Mission is exploring ways to reach people in need in our service area. “These funds
Story of Hope: Preschool joins families and faith community
The Union Mission is located in a valley in Charleston’s Kanawha City area. Our thrift store, administration, addiction recovery, warehouse, and preschool facilities have been here since the 1950s when locals fondly referred to the area as Mission Hollow. Today, to reach us, you pass South Park Apartment complex. This
Story of Hope: When Identity Finds You
Adopted, homeschooled, pastor’s kid ... Those are some heavy labels to carry around for a child, not to mention a teenager struggling with growing up and finding their own identity. As soon as Hope (Janae) Biram had the chance, she rebelled against every one of those labels. She moved out
Story of Hope: God never gives up! And neither should you!
Addiction takes everything. Family. Security, Safety. Nothing is off limits. The thing about faith-based recovery, is that in God’s hands, He gives it all back, plus some! For nearly two decades, both Chris and Ashley walked through a life of addiction and loss. They would both lose friends, family members,
Story of Hope: From Death to Life
For Kenneth Hughes, life before Christ was one horror scene after another. At ten, he witnessed his great grandmother’s murder. At 17, he went to prison and witnessed unspeakable violence. In his early 20s, his brother committed suicide and died in his arms. His mother killed herself later that day.
Story of Hope: How a Fixed Freezer Brings Hope!
All of the sudden, late on a Friday, the Union Mission’s huge commercial freezer stopped working, leaving 3 tons of food in danger of spoiling. This is very upsetting when it happens to a single family, but this freezer supplies food to about 160 families and 19 food pantries each
A Word From Our CEO
From Jason’s Desk: An Invitation to the Churches
The Union Mission has been helping hurting West Virginians since 1911, a tradition we are proud to continue building upon over 100 years later. A huge part of that tradition is our partnership with churches
Salvation Story from the Halls of UMM
I often use this space to keep you up-to-date on Union Mission business that has made a mark on me; perhaps a new employee, upcoming event, or department success. As donors, I want each of
Exciting Changes are Happening at the Union Mission Addiction Recovery Program
Exciting changes are happening at the Union Mission Addiction Recovery Program, starting with new Director Denise Kennedy. You may recognize her name, as she has been with the Union Mission since 2019 as vocational advancement
