November 2019 Newsletter

“DRMM saved me”

The day Scott* came through the Mission doors, he was hungry and homeless. He had been aimlessly walking our city streets. He stopped in front of the Mission for a long while, agonizing about coming inside . . .

Impact Report 2019

So many lives have been saved and changed thanks to your partnership in 2019.* Take a moment now to count the numbers, see the faces, and know that you’re having a HUGE impact in the lives of families and individuals who are hungry, homeless, and hopeless in Detroit.

Your kindness launched Chip’s fresh start

Chip has spent decades honing his craft and takes great pride in the quality of work he provides to his clients. From carpentry, to tile, to plaster and drywall, his expertise has brought him repeat customers and helped him live a life of independence.

Christina’s Heartfelt “Thank You”

An entrepreneur by nature, Christina had launched multiple small businesses that included creating custom gift baskets and catering. The work was fulfilling and sustained her needs . . . until the terrible day came when she had to run to escape terrible abuse at the hands of her own family.

A homeless family finds shelter and hope in a desperate time!

After the devasting loss of one of her children, her unexpected job loss as a caregiver, and the sudden need to take guardianship of her grandson, Marilyn was in urgent need of help—and hope. “I lost my home and everything in it. My house had gone into foreclosure, but I stayed there until they threw me out.

Charles’s changed life happened because of YOU!

When he came through the Mission doors, Charles was hungry, homeless, and desperately sick. But the gift of that first meal changed everything! How?