Breaking the cycle of poverty in DC since 1884 by providing shelter for homeless men, food for the hungry, job services, spiritual counseling and more
Washington, DC
Joined August 2010
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A morning filled with service, encouragement, prayer, & fellowship! ❤️ The Men’s Shelter is so grateful to our friends from @Fourth_Church for rolling up their sleeves, serving lunch, sharing inspiration, & blessing our guests and staff with their time and care!
After-school fun, friendship, and room to grow! ❤️ Our #MissionNOVA after-school program in Arlington, VA, provides a safe, welcoming place for kids to play, build friendships, and just be kids. We’re grateful to be part of their lives!
Melissa came to the Mission for groceries but found community, prayer, Bible study, and hope along the way.
Her story is a beautiful reminder that meeting an immediate need can open the door to something much greater. ❤️
Read her story: missiondc.org/stories/meliss…
A little encouragement can go a long way! ❤️ The Men’s Shelter is grateful to Phillip, Lydia, & Hannah for taking time to create heartfelt notes of encouragement for our guests. Thank you for sharing your kindness & reminding our men that they are seen, valued, & cared for!
A world of gratitude for our friends from across the pond! The Men’s Shelter was delighted to welcome students from @HerningGym in Denmark for a tour and an incredible act of generosity through their donation. We’re so grateful for your kindness and support!
A meal can be more than food, it can be the beginning of a new story. ❤️ Meet Melissa, a mother who found groceries, community, and hope at the Mission. Read her story in our October newsletter! missiondc.org/wp-content/upl…
Moving from survival to stability takes more than a meal or a bed. It takes opportunity, consistency and support. Through workforce development, we help men gain skills, confidence and the tools to pursue meaningful employment and a more stable future.
Help set the table this Thanksgiving. 🦃🍂
We're collecting turkeys, hams, canned goods, fresh produce and Thanksgiving trimmings for individuals and families in need.
Donations accepted through Nov. 20.
Learn more: missiondc.org/events/thanksg…
#ThanksgivingFoodDrive #GiveHope
We’re grateful for our friends at Love in Action DC! ❤️ They spent another morning serving at the Men’s Shelter, helping with upkeep and bringing their time, energy and joyful hearts. Thank you for continuing to love and serve our community! 🙌
Thank you, Immanuel Christian School! 🙌 Youth volunteers helped prep #MissionNOVA to serve ESL students and ~150 food pantry families. ❤️
Willing hands. Caring hearts. Faithful prayers. ❤️
The Men’s Shelter is grateful for the wonderful volunteers from @WCFChurchDC, who recently spent a morning serving, encouraging our guests, helping with upkeep, and lifting them up in prayer. 🙏Thanks for being a blessing!
Summer may be winding down, but we went out with a splash! 💦😂Our Mission staff enjoyed a day of fellowship, games, laughter, and an epic water balloon fight at Camp Bennett! So grateful for this team and the opportunity to serve (and have some fun!) together. ❤️🙌
#MissionDC
A meal is more than food, it’s an opportunity to serve, connect, and remind someone they’re cared for. ❤️
Thank you to our friends at Walker Memorial Baptist Church for lending a hand at lunch at the Mission’s Men’s Shelter! We’re grateful for your faithful service. 🙏
This Labor Day, the men @ the Mission gathered around a decorated table for a special meal, fellowship, laughter, & gratitude. As we closed out summer, we paused to rest & remember: God is good, and every good gift comes from Him. ❤️ (James 1:17)
After losing his job and facing serious health challenges, Dawit is rebuilding with determination. He's now completing culinary training & working toward stable employment.
A new chapter is underway at Central Union Mission. #HopeLivesHere
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❤️ No one should live hungry and homeless (or hopeless).
💥 It was a true honor and a blessing to bring a message of hope and personal value & worth to a group of guys going through some severe struggles in downtown DC.
🙏 A humble thank you to the @centralunion for your needful presence in a needy area, and for allowing us to join you last night.
@gracewaydc @BradWellsDC
#centralunionmission #hungry #homeless #hopeless #missiondc
