It’s no secret that summer is tough on Union Mission and those we serve. Donations take a dramatic decrease as compared to the rest of the year and we find ourselves struggling to meet the financial demands of running a ministry with programs that are open 24/7.
As temperatures rise our clients struggle with the perilous heat, and dehydration takes a toll on the homeless as they face a greater risk of heat stroke. Many come to our downtown shelter to find relief through a meal, a shower, clean clothes and a bed.
Summer break is supposed to be a fun time for kids. I know I always looked forward to finishing up the school year and enjoying the summer playing with my friends. Sadly, summer break can be very stressful for the kids who were dependent on school breakfast and lunch for their meals. Summer is no fun when you are hungry. Our Family Services and Outreach programs provide food to families in need across the Kanawha Valley and surrounding area.
I realize that homelessness, hunger, and addiction aren’t the first things we want to think of when we plan our summer, but I ask you…please don’t forget us!
Here is my request to you. Please consider partnering with Union Mission through our Fish and Loaves program and commit to giving $20, $50, $100 or more per month.
Just like the story in the Bible where Jesus takes five loaves and two fish and feeds 5,000 men plus women and children, Union Mission faces a similar task as we take a small amount of resources to help thousands in need. The personal sacrifice of a boy to give up his lunch, which was used of God to feed so many people, is illustrative of every gift that you give to help us.
Your gift along with others provides vital services to hurting, needy and destitute folk who pass through our doors in their hour of personal crisis.
Amazing isn’t it? People can be helped. Faith can be rekindled, and lives forever changed.
THERE ARE MANY WAYS YOU CAN GIVE:
Give Online: Whether you are making a one-time gift or scheduling a monthly gift, visit www.unionmission.com and click
donate to be redirected to our secure, online giving portal.
Give by Mail: Send a check to Union Mission Ministries, P. O. Box 112, Charleston, WV 25321. Indicate Fish and Loaves on
your check or giving card.
Give by Phone: Call at 304.925.0366 ext. 153.
Drop-off: Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday during regular business hours at the front desk of our administrative building located at 700 South Park Road in Kanawha City.
Thank you for your continued support and prayers! Your partnership enables us to offer hope, help and healing to those struggling to make it through these tough summer months.
