Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Rebuilding our community, one life at a time. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://drmm.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [May God bless you for introducing these children to Jesus at DRMM’s summer camp!](https://drmm.org/introducing-children-to-jesus-at-drmms-summer-camp/) - Take a look at the joy on the faces of the boys and girls who had the chance to attend DRMM’s Wildwood Ranch this summer! Every smile is a powerful testimony to how God is using our camp ministry to enrich many young lives each summer. We were able to welcome more than 1,200 children - [Bianca’s New Beginning](https://drmm.org/biancas-new-beginning/) - “Here at the Mission, I have the opportunity for another chance in life, and I’m ready for it.” —Bianca, a grateful neighbor Alcohol had had a place in Bianca’s life for decades. It was a way to relax and have fun with friends . . . until the day it wasn’t fun anymore. She had - [A Father's Hands](https://drmm.org/a-fathers-hands/) - This Father's Day feels different. Just days after Juneteenth, I find myself thinking about freedom, sacrifice, and the people who gave more than they ever received so others could have a better life. And somehow, my thoughts keep returning to fathers. The truth is many of the greatest men who ever lived will never appear - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Announces Summer Community Outreach Days](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-announces-summer-community-outreach-days/) - Faith, Food & Fellowship in the Community Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) invites individuals and families to join us for our Summer Community Outreach Days, a series of community events designed to bring hope, support, and fellowship to our neighbors throughout the summer. Community Outreach Days will take place from 11am-2pm on: July 10, 2026-Genesis - [JUNETEENTH: A LESSON IN FREEDOM, LOVE, AND HUMAN DIGNITY](https://drmm.org/juneteenth-a-lesson-in-freedom-love-and-human-dignity/) - Today, we celebrate Juneteenth—a day that reminds us that freedom is one of God's greatest gifts, and that every human being is created with value, purpose, and dignity. On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, enslaved men, women, and children in Texas finally learned they were free. Imagine - [Mothers](https://drmm.org/mothers/) - Today, I do not want to honor celebrities, politicians, wealth, or power. I want to honor the people who quietly held our world together when no one was watching. Mothers!! The older I become, the more I realize that some of the greatest human beings who ever lived never stood on stages, never received awards, - [Grandparents who raised dozens of foster kids faced eviction — the community rallied to help them](https://drmm.org/grandparents-who-raised-dozens-of-foster-kids-faced-eviction-the-community-rallied-to-help-them/) - (WXYZ) — Back in 2017, we first introduced people to Shana Risby, a young girl whose life story touched metro Detroit. Risby was born to a drug-addicted mother and given up at birth, then raised by grandparents who opened their hearts — and their home —to dozens of foster children. Those grandparents are Stephen and - [DRMM Hosts HUD Detroit Homelessness Listening Session](https://drmm.org/drmm-hosts-hud-detroit-homelessness-listening-session/) - On March 31st, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) was honored to be selected as the host site for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Detroit Homelessness Listening Session, featuring Dr. Robert Marbut, Senior Advisor in HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development. More than 60 agencies from across Michigan gathered at DRMM’s - [Dr. Chad Audi, one of the Top 5 Leaders Redefining Success in 2026](https://drmm.org/dr-chad-audi-one-of-the-top-5-leaders-redefining-success-in-2026/) - Congratulations to Chad Audi, President and CEO of Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, who has been featured on the cover of Magnate Magazine as one of the Top 5 Leaders Redefining Success in 2026. This powerful feature highlights Dr. Audi’s remarkable journey of purpose, resilience, and transformational leadership. Under his leadership, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has continued to expand its impact, providing - [DRMM Clients and Staff Enjoy Special Night with the Detroit Pistons](https://drmm.org/drmm-clients-and-staff-enjoy-special-night-with-the-detroit-pistons/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) extends sincere appreciation to the Detroit Pistons and Duncan Robinson for hosting our Christian Guidance Center clients and staff for an unforgettable evening at Little Caesars Arena. Our group had the opportunity to watch the Pistons take on the reigning champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, in an exciting matchup that ended with a 124–116 Pistons victory. - [New Hope and New Life at Easter!](https://drmm.org/new-hope-and-new-life-at-easter/) - “DRMM was where I needed to be to change my life . . .” —Gilbert, a grateful neighbor Retirement came with a huge surprise for Gilbert. After working for decades in Canada, he moved home to Highland Park. But all his hopes and dreams were dashed when he learned his benefits would only bring in - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries celebrated something even deeper — 117 years of serving with real love](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-celebrated-something-even-deeper-117-years-of-serving-with-real-love/) - While the world celebrated Valentine’s Day, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries celebrated something even deeper — 117 years of serving with real love. On February 14, 1909, our founder, David Stucky, chose to show what love truly looks like. With very little of his own, he began feeding, sheltering, and praying with people in Detroit who had nowhere - [Pontiac church gets $100,000 donation to fix shelter housing 70 people during dangerous cold](https://drmm.org/pontiac-church-gets-100000-donation-to-fix-shelter-housing-70-people-during-dangerous-cold/) - New Birth International Church in Pontiac was housing more than 70 people when its furnace failed and roof began leaking during dangerous cold weather PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — Dangerously cold weather is gripping Metro Detroit, and more families are struggling just to stay warm and keep a roof over their heads. In Oakland County — - [Eastern Michigan University, Detroit Rescue Mission help veteran in need](https://drmm.org/eastern-michigan-university-detroit-rescue-mission-help-veteran-in-need/) - DETROIT (FOX 2) - A veteran in Detroit who needed food for the holidays and must needed repairs received help from Eastern Michigan University. Big picture view: FOX 2 viewer Johnny Hudson called the Problem Solvers for help after being denied a food box but had no idea what that one call was about to set in - [Cold Weather Alert: Emergency Shelters and Warming Centers Open in Detroit](https://drmm.org/cold-weather-alert-emergency-shelters-and-warming-centers-open-in-detroit-2/) - With temperatures expected to drop into the teens and wind chills reaching the single digits, the City of Detroit is activating overnight emergency shelters and daytime respite locations to protect residents from extreme cold conditions. Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries will activate an overnight stand-by shelter at the following location: Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries – Woodward - [Cold Weather Alert: Emergency Shelters and Warming Centers Open in Detroit](https://drmm.org/cold-weather-alert-emergency-shelters-and-warming-centers-open-in-detroit/) - With temperatures expected to drop into the teens and wind chills reaching the single digits, the City of Detroit is activating overnight emergency shelters and daytime respite locations to protect residents from extreme cold conditions. Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries will activate an overnight stand-by shelter at the following location: Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries – Woodward - [Detroit veteran getting needed house repairs](https://drmm.org/detroit-veteran-getting-needed-house-repairs/) - From fox2detroit.com When community calls, DRMM answe After FOX 2 Detroit’s Ingrid Kelley alerted us to a Detroit senior unable to make critical home repairs due to health challenges, our team stepped in to help. The repairs will include painting, basement rehab, a new kitchen, and - [With Grateful Hearts as We Enter a New Year](https://drmm.org/with-grateful-hearts-as-we-enter-a-new-year/) - As this year gently comes to a close, we pause with hearts full of gratitude. On behalf of our Board of Directors, our devoted staff, our volunteers, and every man, woman, child, senior, veteran, and family served through Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, we want to say: Thank you!!! Thank you for believing in this mission. - [Staci’s New Beginning in Life!](https://drmm.org/stacis-new-beginning-in-life/) - “DRMM . . . they just do so much good.” —Staci, a grateful neighbor Staci’s heart broke when her mother passed away. It broke because of her deep love and sorrow . . . but also because she knew how much her children were losing with the death of their grandmother. You see, her mother - [Joy of giving, receiving on display at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries holiday party](https://drmm.org/joy-of-giving-receiving-on-display-at-detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-holiday-party/) - Story by Louis Aguilar From The Detroit News Updated Dec. 13, 2025, 3:55 p.m. ET Ajanay Bradshaw and Ashley Patterson were among the nearly 2,000 families lucky enough to receive toys and clothes at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' annual Adopt-A-Family Holiday Party. The Eastpointe friends brought their daughters to the Saturday event at the - [DTE Foundation Partners with DRMM to Bring a New Park and Fresh Hope to Highland Park](https://drmm.org/dte-foundation-partners-with-drmm-to-bring-a-new-park-and-fresh-hope-to-highland-park/) - From https://dteenergy.com/ Community Empowerment Award funding will transform a vacant lot into a safe, vibrant space for families, fostering wellness, community pride and connection. The DTE Foundation is proud to partner with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) to make a lasting difference in Highland Park. Through the recent Community Empowerment Award, we’re helping fund the - [Once homeless, mother of nine surprised with car donation from Detroit nonprofit](https://drmm.org/once-homeless-mother-of-nine-surprised-with-car-donation-from-detroit-nonprofit/) - Vanessa Rodriguez worked cleaning hotel rooms while homeless for two years before receiving help from local nonprofit organization. From wxyz.com: By: Carolyn Clifford Posted 7:00 PM, Dec 03, 2025 DETROIT (WXYZ) — A Detroit-area mother who spent two years homeless while working to support her nine children received an unexpected gift that will help - [DRMM, Detroit Pistons & Community Partners Team Up for a Thanksgiving Community Win!](https://drmm.org/drmm-detroit-pistons-community-partners-team-up-for-a-thanksgiving-community-win/) - This Thanksgiving, DRMM partnered with numerous community partners to ensure everyone had a good meal! On November 20th, We were honored to be part of the Pistons Give Back initiative with Feed the Children and Kroger. Through this partnership, DRMM received a generous donation that included: 100 turkeys Milk Nonperishable food boxes Hygiene and essential - [DRMM Thanksgiving Food Drive: November 1–17](https://drmm.org/drmm-thanksgiving-food-drive-november-1-17/) - Thanksgiving is approaching and the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is inviting the community to help ensure that families facing food insecurity have a meal to be thankful for. From November 1–17, we’re hosting a Food Drive to support DRMM’s Lighthouse Food Bank in Roseville. Your donations will help stock the shelves just in time - [Volunteer Spotlight: Forward Human Trafficking Task Force](https://drmm.org/volunteer-spotlight-forward-human-trafficking-task-force/) - Volunteers Give Their Time and Love at DRMM’s Family Shelter, Genesis House III It was a flurry of activity as volunteers arrived at our Family Shelter to clean and organize the spaces that bring encouragement to all the children and families who turn to DRMM for shelter, help, and hope. These caring friends accomplished every - [Make This a Christmas the Children Always Remember!](https://drmm.org/make-this-a-christmas-the-children-remember/) - Christmas will be just another day filled with hunger and worry for far too many families in our communities. You can change that by signing up now to adopt a family who is struggling to make ends meet. Your gifts of warm clothes, books, and other important items will help make Christmas merry for 8,000 - [Charlie’s New Beginning in Life!](https://drmm.org/charlies-new-beginning/) - The holiday season can be a very difficult time for someone who is lost, broken, and believes no one cares . . . like Charlie. But God had a plan for Charlie and led him to DRMM, where he found help and hope for a second chance in life! “When I came to DRMM, it - [DRMM Hosts Georgia's Day-Our Monthly Special Day for Women](https://drmm.org/drmm-hosts-georgias-day-our-monthly-special-day-for-women/) - As the weather gets colder, we’re spreading warmth and love to women in need! Join us for Georgia’s Day — a time of care, connection, and community. Thursday, November 6 2 PM – 4 PM DRMM Shelter | 3535 Third Ave, Detroit We’ll be providing: Hot Lunch Winter Clothing Toiletry Kits Music Prayer & Fellowship - [On World Homeless Day, America Must Face Its Shadow: 770,000 Lives at Risk](https://drmm.org/on-world-homeless-day-america-must-face-its-shadow-770000-lives-at-risk/) - By Dr. Chad Audi President & CEO, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries On World Homeless Day, the world is called to reflect — but America is called to act. This year, as communities across the globe mark October 10, the United States confronts an unrelenting reality: more than 771,000 Americans are experiencing homelessness, the highest figure - [World Homeless Day: DRMM’s Call to Action](https://drmm.org/world-homeless-day-drmms-call-to-action/) - October 10th is WORLD HOMELESS DAY! This year, our President and CEO, Dr. Chad Audi, took that call seriously. Speaking to Fox 2 Detroit’s The Noon at Noon, Dr. Audi shared a powerful message for Detroit, the nation, and generations to come — talking to our legacies about homelessness, dignity, and the responsibility we share. - [World Homeless Day: DRMM Hosts Donation Drive for Men](https://drmm.org/world-homeless-day-drmm-hosts-donation-drive-for-men/) - In recognition of World Homeless Day on October 10, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is hosting a Donation Drive to support the men we serve through our housing and recovery programs. As one of the few organizations in Metro Detroit offering emergency, permanent, and recovery housing specifically for men, DRMM is committed to meeting both - [What a World We Are Living In…](https://drmm.org/whataworldwearelivingin/) - Close your eyes for a moment. Breathe in. Feel your heart beating. That, right there, is proof of life—a life that is still filled with infinite beauty, boundless hope, and the power to rise above any storm. Yes, we live in a world that can feel chaotic. A world where pain, division, and uncertainty threaten - [Spread Holiday Joy with DRMM-Adopt A Family Sponsors Needed](https://drmm.org/spread-holiday-joy-with-drmm-adopt-a-family-sponsors-needed/) - This holiday season, you can be the reason a family smiles. DRMM’s Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program is seeking sponsors to bless families in need with gifts, meals, and hope. Why Adopt a Family? 🎁 Bring children the joy of opening presents on Christmas morning🍽️ Provide families with food and holiday cheer💖 Show compassion and remind others - [DRMM Proud Sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally](https://drmm.org/drmm-proud-sponsor-of-the-2025-michigan-celebrate-recovery-walk-rally/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is honored to be a proud sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally on Friday, September 12, at Belle Isle. 9 AM Registration 11 AM Program 12:15 PM Recovery Walk Begins This annual event celebrates the reality of recovery and raises awareness about the services and supports that make it possible - [Metro Detroit families scramble to prepare for Back-to-School amid rising costs](https://drmm.org/metro-detroit-families-scramble-to-prepare-for-back-to-school-amid-rising-costs/) - From clickondetroit.com: Demond Fernandez, Anchor/Reporter Published: August 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM Tags: Southgate, Wayne County, Back-to-School SOUTHGATE, Mich. – Thousands of students across Metro Detroit are preparing to head back to school next week. As the first day approaches, many families are in a last-minute scramble to get their children ready. Parents like Patricia Hudson are busy making sure - [DRMM, The Wayne County Sherriff, & Southgate & Riverview Police Host Back To School Giveaway](https://drmm.org/drmm-the-wayne-county-sherriff-southgate-riverview-police-host-back-to-school-giveaway/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries—in partnership with Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington, City of Southgate Police Department, and Riverview Police Department—invites you to our Annual Back-to-School Giveaway! 📅 Wednesday, August 20⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM📍 Southgate Police Department14710 Reaume Pkwy, Southgate, MI 48195 🎒 Free backpacks & school supplies for kids🍦 Ice cream treats - [DRMM President & CEO Dr. Chad Audi Featured on WDIV Channel 4 to Promote Backpack Drive and Adopt-A-Family Campaign](https://drmm.org/drmm-president-ceo-dr-chad-audi-featured-on-wdiv-channel-4-to-promote-backpack-drive-and-adopt-a-family-campaign/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries President & CEO Dr. Chad Audi appeared on WDIV Channel 4 to share details about the Backpack Drive and Holiday Adopt-A-Family Campaign, helping families in Detroit prepare for school and celebrate the holidays. During the interview, Dr. Audi discussed how these initiatives are making a difference for families in Detroit - [Backpack Donations Needed!](https://drmm.org/backpack-donations-needed/) - Help DRMM support children in our family shelters and at our upcoming community outreach event by donating new backpacks! Drop off in person: 150 Stimson, Detroit, MI Monday–Friday | 9AM–4PM Or shop our wishlist Deadline to donate: August 18th Let’s make sure every child starts the school year prepared and confident! Questions? Contact Chiara C. - [Adopt-A-Family 2025 Applications Are Now Open](https://drmm.org/adopt-a-family-2025-applications-are-now-open/) - Each year, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is honored to adopt over 1,000 families during the holiday season — and we’re ready to do it again! If you or someone you know is in need this holiday season, apply now here or scan the QR code on the flyer Deadline: September 5th This is a need-based - [A Young Man on a Mission](https://drmm.org/a-young-man-on-a-mission/) - Thirteen-year-old Caleb White has a heart for the homeless Caleb was just 6 years old when he saw a miserable and bedraggled man huddling against the bitter cold of our city streets. Instantly, he knew he had to do something to help. Since that day seven years ago, Caleb has partnered with DRMM to personally - [Lathaire was at the lowest point in his life . . .](https://drmm.org/lathaire-was-at-the-lowest-point-in-his-life/) - Lathaire knows NOW that God has plans for him—plans to give him hope and a future. But that wasn’t always the case. You see, not long ago Lathaire was shot in the neck and robbed of everything he owned! He survived, but his neck was broken and arteries were severed. I can’t even imagine the - [Homelessness really can happen to anyone. Just ask Marshall . . .](https://drmm.org/homelessness-really-can-happen-to-anyone-just-ask-marshall/) - Marshall had worked hard all of his life and was set for a secure and happy retirement. But then, the unthinkable happened—over and over! A series of medical and financial disasters all but wiped him out. He made immediate changes to try to survive He took stock of his dwindling savings and made deep cuts - [Michael’s pain took my breath away . . .](https://drmm.org/michaels-pain-took-my-breath-away/) - Each and every day I see people who are suffering and in pain. Men and women who are in desperate need of food, shelter, and other emergency services . . . But when I first laid eyes on Michael, I was shocked. - [Local Community Detroit organization surprises family with home ahead of Christmas](https://drmm.org/drmmgifthouseb4christmas/) - By Heath Kalb December 23, 2024 / 11:38 PM EST / CBS Detroit (CBS DETROIT) — The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries surprised one family Monday afternoon. It was a total surprise for Champrell Anderson as the mother of six was gifted a fully refurbished home in Detroit. "I didn't know any of this was happening to me," - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Launches Summer Community Outreach Events to Support and Uplift Local Neighborhoods](https://drmm.org/drmmcommunityoutreachevents/) - As part of our unwavering commitment to serve and uplift our community, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is proud to announce a series of Summer Community Outreach Events aimed at meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in the neighborhoods surrounding our shelters. These events will offer meals, toiletry items, fellowship, and prayer—creating - [Dr. Chad Audi Named One Of Crain’s Detroit Business Most Notable Leaders in Philanthropy](https://drmm.org/https-www-crainsdetroit-com-awards-chad-audi-notable-leaders-philanthropy-2025/) - From Crain’s Detroit: Across Southeast Michigan, a powerful network of philanthropic leaders drives transformative impact through visionary innovation, relentless dedication and compassionate service. These individuals are the changemakers, representing a diverse cross-section of nonprofits and philanthropic organizations, each committed to empowering communities, advancing equity and making a difference. METHODOLOGY: Crain’s Notable Leaders in Philanthropy includes only - [DRMM Dine & Donate Fundraiser at The Eagle Food Hall-JUNE 30TH](https://drmm.org/drmmdineanddonate/) - Join us at The Eagle Food Hall on Monday, June 30th, from 4PM–10PM for a delicious way to give back!The Eagle3461 Woodward AvenueDetroit, MI 48201Enjoy mouthwatering comfort food like fried chicken, mac & cheese, braised pork, shrimp & grits, fresh salads, and more — all while supporting Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM). Dine-in or Carry-out - [DEA National Take Back Day set for Saturday, April 26; find a location near you](https://drmm.org/dea-national-take-back-day-set-for-saturday-april-26-find-a-location-near-you-2/) - Taken from The WXYZ.com: (WXYZ) — The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Take Back Day is returning this weekend to help prevent prescription drug misuse. Darlene Owens, VP of Treatment at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' (DRMM) Christian Guidance Center, says it's important. "It actually takes a pill off the street," said Owens. "It's something that we - [Community comes together to gift SUV to single mother ahead of the holiday](https://drmm.org/drmmgiftssuv/) - From www.wxyz.com: Community comes together to gift SUV to single mother ahead of the holiday Pershing High School, Detroit Rescue Mission and other community leaders come together to help family. By: Randy Wimbley Posted 6:22 PM, Dec 16, 2024 DETROIT (WXYZ) — There are few things that say “Merry Christmas” quite like a new car. Especially when - [Motor City Recovery Night at LCA- Pistons vs. Nuggets (February 28th)](https://drmm.org/pistonsmcrn/) - Announcing Motor City Recovery Night- Pistons vs. Nuggets Friday, February 28th | 7:00 PM Join us for Motor City Recovery Night, a special evening celebrating individuals in recovery and raising awareness about living sober! DRMM is proud to partner with The Phoenix - Detroit to bring you this special night of Detroit Basketball! Highlights of - [Police believe 2 children froze to death in Detroit casino garage -- DRMM Responds](https://drmm.org/police-believe-2-children-froze-to-death-in-detroit-casino-garage/) - After the tragic news story broke about the mom and her 5 kids who slept in their van overnight in a casino parking, and 2 of the kids freezing to death, local media called DRMM to get a response and also resources for those who may be experiencing homelessness. Taken from www.clickondetroit.com DETROIT – Police believe two - [Thompson: Housing insecurity should be on Lansing's agenda](https://drmm.org/housingsecurityshouldbeonlansingagenda/) - Taken from The Detroit News: March 26, 2025 In light of systemic failures surrounding the circumstances in the deaths of two-year-old A'millah Currie and nine-year-old Darnell Currie Jr., some Michigan shelters for those who are housing insecure want Lansing to take action. The children died in February in their mother's car, which was parked in - [Program to create housing options for the formerly incarcerated](https://drmm.org/program-to-create-housing-options-for-the-formerly-incarcerated-2/) - Taken from The Spartan Newsroom: By KATIE FINKBEINER Capital News Service LANSING – “It was a one bedroom, moldy basement apartment,” said LaWanda Hollister, referring to one of the first places she rented when released after 34 years in prison. Hollister, now a Washtenaw County resident, is the coordinator of Nation Outside’s Women’s Chapter and - [DRMM Surprises Detroit Community Activist With A Car](https://drmm.org/drmmsurprisecargiveaway/) - On Friday, April 25th, DRMM, in partnership with the Detroit Police Department and the Detroit Police Commission, surprised Ms. Pamela Brown of the Schoolcraft Improvement Association (SIA) with a new car! After losing her vehicle in a recent accident where she was hit, Ms. Brown – a tireless advocate for her community – was blessed - [Warming centers across Detroit struggling to keep up](https://drmm.org/warming-centers-across-detroit/) - Detroit warming centers struggling to keep up DETROIT (FOX 2) - As temperatures tumble this winter season, Detroit warming centers are struggling at times to keep up. FOX 2 takes a closer look at what the city is doing to provide more resources to people who need help. - [Volunteers Bring Transformation to Veteran Housing Facility!](https://drmm.org/volunteers-bring-transformation-to-veteran-housing-facility/) - Support from many caring friends makes possible all that DRMM is able to do each day for our neighbors who are hungry, hurting, and experiencing homelessness. Prayers, financial gifts, and the gift of time and talent as a volunteer are all critical and deeply appreciated! The Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA) selected DRMM’s Veteran Housing - [“I would like to tell DRMM’s donors thank you . . .”](https://drmm.org/harriet-would-like-to-say-thank-you/) - Harriet lost everything to addiction and believed no one cared if she lived or died . . . but this Easter, Harriet’s heart is filled with HOPE! “I was 10 years old when my mother introduced me to alcohol, and I was 20 years old when my sister introduced me to crack,” Harriet says. “I - [A Mother’s Love: The Quiet Miracle That Holds Us All Together](https://drmm.org/amotherslove/) - There are no words grand enough, no tribute deep enough, to capture what a mother truly is. She is life’s greatest miracle—a quiet warrior whose strength is unmatched, whose love is unconditional, and whose sacrifices are often unseen but never insignificant. Today, as we mark Mother’s Day, I find myself reflecting with a whole heart - [Eddie Is Thankful for You This Thanksgiving!](https://drmm.org/eddie-is-thankful-for-you-this-thanksgiving/) - Thanksgiving can be a challenging, even heartbreaking time when you’ve lost everything and have no one left to care. . . At 62, Eddie was looking forward to retirement. He’d worked hard since the age of 16, when he dropped out of high school to help his family make ends meet. But a layoff at - [Elaine's Story](https://drmm.org/elaines-story/) - Elaine shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and the transformative impact of DRMM's support services on her path to recovery. - [Thanks to You, Stephani Found Recovery and Hope](https://drmm.org/thanks-to-you-stephani-found-recovery-and-hope/) - “IF SOMEBODY WANTS TO CHANGE THEIR LIFE AND THEY’RE WILLING TO PUT THEIR BEST FOOT FORWARD, THIS PROGRAM ABSOLUTELY CAN CHANGE THEIR LIFE AROUND WITHOUT A DOUBT.” — STEPHANI Stephani arrived at our doors during the pandemic, struggling with drug addiction and the trauma of domestic abuse. She was at rock bottom and in desperate - [Trevor’s Story of Renewal and Purpose](https://drmm.org/trevors-story-of-renewal-and-purpose/) - BUILDING NEW FOUNDATIONS For the last 10 years, Trevor has been in our kitchen, following his passion. But before he was a chef for the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Men’s Shelter, he was a guest. Trevor came to our door when he had nowhere else to go. Having just gotten out of prison, he was - [Echoes of the Heart: Our Fathers—the Unseen Pillars of Love](https://drmm.org/fathers/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [A Miracle at DRMM: A Story of Heroism, Compassion, and Hope](https://drmm.org/miracleatdrmm/) - Today, something extraordinary happened at Genesis House II, one of Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' shelters. A homeless woman, with nowhere else to turn, found safety under our roof—and in an unexpected turn of events, she gave birth right here at the shelter. It all happened so suddenly. She went into labor, and though EMS was - [Detroit mother gifted new home after losing 2 children to apparent hypothermia: "I think it's wonderful"](https://drmm.org/detroit-mother-gifted-new-home-after-losing-2-children/) - A New Home, A New Beginning! The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has stepped in to provide a home for a young mother who tragically lost her two children to hypothermia while facing homelessness. We extend our deepest gratitude to DRMM leadership for preparing this home with fresh paint, new furniture, appliances, and food to support - [Additional overnight warming centers open to help warming centers keep Detroiters out of the cold](https://drmm.org/drmmadditionalwarmingcenters/) - DRMM offers warming centers for men, women, and children that will provide additional help from traditional shelters, including overnight shelter, two meals, showers, sleeping accommodations, and housing assistance services to residents experiencing homelessness. AVAILABLE 24/7! For more assistance, call CAM (Coordinated Access Model) at 313-305-0311 or the Detroit’s Housing Services Helpline at 866-313-2520 for help. - [Honoring MLK Day: A Call to Lead with Action](https://drmm.org/mlkdaycalltoaction/) - As we pause to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are reminded of his unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and the transformative power of love. Dr. King didn’t merely dream; he acted. He marched, he spoke, and he stood firm against waves of opposition to create a world where dignity and opportunity belong to - [Help DRMM Win $20,000 From The Detroit Free Press Holiday Cheer For Charity Competition](https://drmm.org/cheerforcharityround2/) - Detroit News Holiday Cheer For Charity - Round 2 for $20,000 With your votes, The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries made it to the Top 5 in The Detroit News Holiday Cheer for Charity Competition, and now we need help to secure the grand prize! How to Help: Vote with your donations (minimum $10). Please share - [Volunteer Spotlight: Thank You Mandela Fellows for Giving from Your Heart](https://drmm.org/volunteer-spotlight-ty-mandela/) - It’s not every day that an army of lawyers, doctors, policymakers, educators, community organizers, and urban planners from Africa report to the Mission as volunteers. Thanks to the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, that’s exactly what happened. During their six-week commitment at Wayne State University in Detroit, these passionate young leaders found time - [Thank You for an Incredible 2024!](https://drmm.org/thank-you-for-an-incredible-2024/) - Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters of DRMM, As we close another incredible year at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), my heart overflows with gratitude and emotion for every one of our donors, staff, board members, and family members—who make everything we do possible. Together, we are not just an organization; we are a movement, a - [She gladly caught 4 buses one way to do vital work at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries](https://drmm.org/her-work-at-detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-led-to-a-car-and-tears/) - Lena Easley's 2015 Black Ford Focus is not your average car. The vehicle also is a symbol of Easley's dedication to the important year-round work performed by Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. Scott Talley From the Detroit Free Press: There was a period of time when Dailena “Lena” Easley was perhaps the most qualified person in - [Spotlight on the News: Kicking off the season of giving with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries](https://drmm.org/spotlightonthenews/) - From https://www.wxyz.com/ Spotlight on the News: Kicking off the season of giving with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries By: Chuck Stokes Posted 7:59 PM, Nov 22, 2024 and last updated 10:27 AM, Nov 24, 2024 WXYZ DETROIT — On Sunday, November 24, Spotlight on the News will broadcast our pre-Thanksgiving program highlighting an in-depth conversation with the - [“We Greatly Appreciate You!”](https://drmm.org/we-greatly-appreciate-you/) - Your support makes the holidays special for neighbors in need Lisa was nearing the end of her pregnancy when she got the news from her landlord that she and her little ones would have to move. They found shelter in a hotel for a time, but money was tight and she would soon be caring - [Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA) Day of Service: Beautifying Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' Veteran Housing](https://drmm.org/mgiadayofservice/) - The Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA) selected Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' 211 Glendale Veteran Housing as the recipient for its 2024 Day of Service. MGIA members donated their time, equipment, and expertise to beautify the grounds, with activities including bed cleanup, fertilizing, mowing, raking, hardscaping, tree trimming, tree injection, mulching, and planting. They installed a - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Names 2024 Pillar Award Winners](https://drmm.org/drmmpillarawardwinners24/) - Every year, DRMM honors remarkable individuals and organizations whose work in the community proves them to be examples of empathy and compassion. At this year's 115th Anniversary and Graduation Celebration, six honorees were awarded in the areas of justice, advocacy, media excellence, and empowerment. Judge Mariam Saad Bazzi -Pillar of Justice Award Judge Mariam - [Nonprofit to pour $2M into new effort to expand homeless services](https://drmm.org/nonprofits-philanthropy-detroit-rescue-mission-invest-expanded-homeless-services/) - From Crains Detroit Business October 10, 2024 10:41 AM Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is putting in place a plan to work outside the current federally required system for homeless shelter referrals and plugging in millions of dollars in outside funding to do it. The goal is to help those in need right away instead of - [Give Meals, Help, and Hope to Neighbors in Need Now](https://drmm.org/give-meals-help-and-hope-to-neighbors-in-need-now/) - Adopt A Family today to make the holidays special for neighbors in need For hundreds of families in our community, Christmas will be just another day filled with hunger and worry unless friends like you commit now to fill their holiday with joy. Sign up now to adopt a family who is struggling to make - [DRMM Backpack Donation Drive-Donations Needed by Aug.30th](https://drmm.org/drmmbackbackdrive/) - Join Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries in supporting students this school year! We're accepting backpack donations until August 30. Drop off your donations at our administration office: 150 Stimson Street, Detroit, MI 48201 Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM You can also help by sending items from our Amazon Wish List at bit.ly/DRMMBackpacks Each year DRMM - [2024 Adopt-A-Family Application Now Open](https://drmm.org/drmmadoptafamily24/) - Applications are now being accepted for DRMM's annual Adopt-A-Family Program! Apply from August 1st to September 1st! Nominate yourself or a family you know in need of assistance this holiday season. Last Christmas the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries was able to adopt over 2000 families thanks to our sponsors and community partners, and this year - [DRMM Backpack Donation Drive-Now Through August 30th](https://drmm.org/drmmbackpacks/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [DRMM Is The Recipient of $15,000 from the Inaugural SuperFan Summit During the 2024 NFL Draft](https://drmm.org/superfansummitdrmm/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries to Host Two Community Easter Basket Giveaways](https://drmm.org/easterbasketgivaway/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [DRMM Turns 115](https://drmm.org/drmmturns115/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Miller Vein Offers Free Vein Clinic in Community Partnership with Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries](https://drmm.org/millerveindrmm/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [2023 Adopt A Family Campaign Sets Record With 2000 Families Receiving Gifts](https://drmm.org/2023adoptafamily/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [U of M Football Star Blake Corum Hosts Toy Distribution at DRMM Shelters](https://drmm.org/blakecorumtoydistribution/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Named 2023 Neighborhood Builder by Bank of America](https://drmm.org/drmmneigborhoodbuilderawardboa/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Lansing to open overnight family warming center](https://drmm.org/lansing-to-open-overnight-family-warming-center/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [In push to reduce veteran homelessness, housing projects provide 'safe stability'](https://drmm.org/drmm-veteran-housing-provides-safe-stability-for-veterans-in-need/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit releases first-of-its-kind report on homelessness: 5 takeaways to know](https://drmm.org/detroit-releases-first-of-its-kind-report-on-homelessness-5-takeaways-to-know/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission needs donors for Christmas Adopt A Family campaign](https://drmm.org/drm-needs-donors-for-christmas-adopt-a-family/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Mission of helping the homeless has driven Chad Audi for 26 years](https://drmm.org/mission-of-helping-the-homeless-has-driven-chad-audi-for-26-years/) - From Crain's Detroit July 05, 2023 05:45 AM DETROIT RESCUE MISSION MINISTRIES: Chad Audi, president and CEO of Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, a Lebanon native, came to the U.S. in 1991, landing in Oklahoma City to attend college. He moved to Michigan after a couple of semesters and earned a master's degree in corporate and international - [Farewell Dr. Peggy Richardson](https://drmm.org/farewell-dr-peggy-richardson/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries bids farewell and best wishes to our longtime Medical Director Dr. Peggy Richardson who recently retired! In her 21 year career with DRMM she created our SAY Detroit Clinic with Dr. Chad Audi, realizing her vision of a place where those struggling could receive medical services without fear of judgment, - [Darlene Owens - Crain's Detroit Business Notable Leader in Behavioral Health for 2023](https://drmm.org/notable-leaders-in-behavioral-health-for-2023/) - Darlene Owens Vice President of Treatment Programs Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Congratulations to DRMM's VP of Programs Darlene Owens for being selected as one of Crain's Detroit Business 2023 Notable Leaders in Behavioral Health! These behavioral health experts are executives, allied health workers, physicians, social workers and other professionals who provide high-quality, whole-person care by - [Mitch Albom: Homeless issue — on subways, streets or parking lots — is vexing America](https://drmm.org/mitch-albom-homeless-issue-on-subways-streets-or-parking-lots-is-vexing-america/) - By Mitch Albom Taken from the Detroit Free Press May 14, 2023 How should we react to people who are homeless? It’s an issue facing more and more Americans, as the problem keeps swelling, particularly in our cities. One reaction is to run from the word. Using “homeless,’’ or specifically “the homeless,” has been assailed by - [DRMM Sponsors City of Inkster's 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt](https://drmm.org/inkstereasteregghunt/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries partnered with the Inkster Task Force, Unity in the Community, City of Inkster and Mayor Patrick Wimberly, the Inkster Police Department, and Wayne County Sheriff Raphael for Inkster’s 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the Booker T. Dozier Recreation Center. DRMM donated over 1000 Easter - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Receives $25,000 From SAY Detroit](https://drmm.org/drmmsaydetroit/) - DRMM received a $25,000 donation from our partner SAY Detroit raised from their 11th annual SAY Detroit Radiothon. They distributed $1.8 million to 34 local charities (including DRMM) at a ceremony held on April 4th. “This is one of the best days each and every year,” Mitch Albom, co-founder said. “Helping other like-minded nonprofits in - [THE DETROIT RESCUE MISSION MINISTRIES CHOOSE “LOVE OVER HUNGER” ON VALENTINE’S DAY](https://drmm.org/https-www-einnews-com-pr_news-617377728-the-detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-choose-love-over-hunger-on-valentine-s-day/) - The non-profit partners with local actor to feed the homeless on Valentine’s Day DETROIT, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES, February 16, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries hosted a Valentine’s Day event at their Oasis Shelter in Highland Park sponsored by actor and stuntman James Darnell, a Detroit native who wanted to do something to - [Rescue Mission to open Wyandotte location; contest will determine its name](https://drmm.org/rescue-mission-to-open-wyandotte-location-contest-will-determine-its-name/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries now has a new Downriver location. When it opens its doors to the public this spring, it’s expected to be a community hub that will serve area residents in a variety of ways. As part of the official grand opening of the building, DRMM is hosting a naming contest for - [(Resource Article) Free Medical Alert Systems for Veterans](https://drmm.org/resource-article-free-medical-alert-systems-for-veterans/) - Reviewed by: Deidre Sommerer I LPN, MS, CMC, CDP Published: April 11, 2022 If you live alone, or are often home alone during the day, you may worry about getting the help you need in the event of an accident or medical emergency. You may feel anxious about being able to reach your phone if - [Emergency Housing Tips and Procedures for Struggling Seniors](https://drmm.org/emergency-housing-tips-seniors/) - A little-known yet growing concern among social service workers and those operating homeless shelters across the United States is the increasing number of older Americans experiencing or at risk of homelessness. - [Popular Kroger guard who walks to work daily is getting new car from Detroit Rescue Mission](https://drmm.org/popular-kroger-guard-who-walks-to-work-daily-is-getting-new-car-from-detroit-rescue-mission/) - Chester Harris works security at the Lincoln Park Kroger. But Chester because he doesn't have a car - and the 63-year-old walks from his apartment in Taylor to his job in Lincoln Park every afternoon - and back again every night - five miles each way. - [Dr. Audi: Serving Humanity With Clarity, Sincerity, And Humility](https://drmm.org/dr-audi-serving-humanity-with-clarity-sincerity-and-humility/) - Clarity in vision, sincerity towards the goals, and humility in behavior are the essential traits to acquire to become a transformational leader. Dr. Chad Audi is one kind of leader whose leadership style and work are an epitome to achieve for emerging leaders. - [Dr. Audi: Non Profit Leader of the Year 2021](https://drmm.org/dr-audi-non-profit-leader-of-the-year-2021/) - Dr. Chad Audi is an experienced senior executive with over 23 years of executive management experience and recognition as a visionary and dynamic leader in non-profit and for-profit sectors. - [A New Beginning for Daniel!](https://drmm.org/a-new-beginning-for-daniel/) - Daniel* was struggling, but he just needed a few things to fall into place so he could get back on his feet. He was thrilled when a friend said he could stay at his place. That was one less expense to worry about! - [Misty Found Shelter When She Needed It Most](https://drmm.org/misty-found-shelter-when-she-needed-it-most/) - Since COVID-19 first stormed into Detroit, shuttering schools and businesses, hunger and homelessness have become all too common for families and individuals like Misty. - [From the Desk of Chad Audi](https://drmm.org/from-the-desk-of-chad-audi/) - You, and each one of DRMM’s friends and partners, are special to us and precious in the eyes of God for sharing and caring for those among us who are hungry and hurting . . . - [Thank you!](https://drmm.org/thank-you/) - Your support gave our neighbors in need a Christmas to remember The hungry, hurting, and homeless in our community enjoyed good, hot meals, and other Christmas cheer through your compassion and generosity. Thank you for your compassionate and generous support at Christmas—and all year long! Lives are saved and changed each day at DRMM thanks - [Jan - Feb 2016](https://drmm.org/jan-feb-2016/) - Better Days is brought to you by the special grace of God, and the kind donations of discerning individuals, families and groups across the State of Michigan and beyond. We say thank you. For free copies, prayer requests, suggestions, testimonies, content submissions and donations, please contact us at: devotional@drmm.org. Download This devotional has been downloaded - [Post Format: Gallery](https://drmm.org/post-format-gallery/) - [Thanksgiving of Gratitude and Togetherness](https://drmm.org/thanksgivinggratitude/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [NEW VIDEO: A Legacy of Compassion](https://drmm.org/beaconofhope/) - Since 1909, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has been a beacon of hope for those in need. Today, thanks to your support, we provide crucial services in 21 locations, across 5 Michigan counties. - [Sponsors Needed for Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program](https://drmm.org/drmmadoptafamilysponsors/) - Help Make a Difference This Holiday Season! The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is seeking sponsors for our Adopt-A -Family Program. Nearly 2,000 families in need are counting on your generosity! We welcome support from businesses, churches, organizations, and individuals. Sign up to sponsor a family by November 1st at bit.ly/DRMMAdoptAFamilySponsor or scan the QR code - [DRMM is a proud sponsor of Michigan Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally](https://drmm.org/drmmmicelebraterecoverywalk/) - September is National Recovery Month and each year the annual Michigan Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally is held where we celebrate that recovery is possible for everyone! The walk is back in Detroit at Belle Isle to celebrate #recovery! Friday, September 13, 2024 Detroit - Belle Isle, Scott Fountain 9am-Registration 11am-Walk Featuring keynote speaker LUIS - [DRMM Partners With State Representative Alabas Farhat for Backpack Giveaway](https://drmm.org/drmmbackbackgiveaway24/) - Join DRMM in partnership with State Representative Alabas Farhat and Dearborn Public Schools for a back-to-school backpack giveaway! Wednesday, August 28, 2024 Hemlock Park Pavilion 1355 Hemlock Park Dearborn MI 6pm- until supplies last Hot Dogs & Ice Cream Provided! For more information or media inquiries contact Chiara C. Clayton at cclayton@drmm.org - [Martina’s Story of Hope and Purpose](https://drmm.org/martinas-story-of-hope-and-purpose/) - GENESIS III GIVES MARTINA A NEW BEGINNING “Before I went to Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, I was angry at God because I thought all the bad things that were happening to me were because of God,” Martina Walker reflects. At 55 years old, she was struggling with an addiction that was derailing her life. When - [Memorial Day: A Tribute Beyond the Holiday](https://drmm.org/memorialdaytributechadaudi/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Take The Time To Enjoy Life and The People In It](https://drmm.org/great-things-take-time/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Gifted a Fully Furnished Home to a Family of Five](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-gifted-a-fully-furnished-home/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Break down of Lansing’s warming center’s fund](https://drmm.org/break-down-of-lansings-warming-centers-fund/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [A Profound Expression of Gratitude for Your Transformative Impact in 2023](https://drmm.org/gratitude2023/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [A Symphony of Hearts: Blessing 2000 Families with Unconditional Love](https://drmm.org/blessing-2000-families-with-unconditional-love/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Offers Resources for People Experiencing Homelessness During The Holidays](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-offers-resources-for-people-experiencing-homelessness-during-the-holidays/) -  The holidays are a lonely time for the homeless and disadvantaged, a population that’s increased across Michigan over the last few years for myriad reasons. Many are alone with no family and friends, they don’t have a warm house to call their own, and they may not know where their next meal is coming - [GARY’S STORY OF RECOVERY AND RENEWED FAITH](https://drmm.org/garys-story-of-recovery-and-renewed-faith/) - “THE FIRST TIME I WAS JUST CLEAN… THIS TIME I’M RECOVERED” — GARY For 14 years, Gary had been clean from his addiction to alcohol and cocaine. Then, while celebrating at his wife’s cancer-free party, he had one drink which started a domino effect. About a year after, he had fully relapsed. As things got - [Honoring Our Heroes: A Heartfelt Tribute to Our Veterans](https://drmm.org/honoringveterans/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Braces for Winter Demand with Homeless Numbers Rising](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-braces-for-winter-demand-with-homeless-numbers-rising/) - By Liz Lewin and David Komer DETROIT (FOX 2) - As the temperatures drop, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries are working to provide an escape from the cold for those in need. Dr. Chad Audi said he is bracing for an increased demand this winter at DRMM. "I’ve always been all my life, very optimistic about everything," said Audi. - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries To Host A Veteran Housing Open House at 211 Glendale](https://drmm.org/veteranshousingopenhouse/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Single Mom Who Walks to Work Every Day Gifted a New Car](https://drmm.org/single-mom-who-walks-to-work-every-day/) - DRMM in partnership with Wheels For Work Detroit and Amazon surprised one of our staff members with a car! - [Embracing Recovery Month: A Time for Reflection and Renewal](https://drmm.org/embracingrecoverymonth/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Detroit Rescue Mission Partners with Wheels For Work Detroit To Give Cars to Those In Need](https://drmm.org/drmmwheelsforwork/) - Ingrid Kelley of Fox2 News Detroit interviewed Dr. Chad Audi last Friday to promote our 2023 Christmas Adopt A Family campaign and the need for new sponsors! - [Rising Homelessness: A Call for Effective, Compassionate Solutions](https://drmm.org/rising-homelessness/) - Clarity in vision, sincerity towards the goals, and humility in behavior are the essential traits to acquire to become a transformational leader. Dr. Chad Audi is one kind of leader whose leadership style and work are an epitome to achieve for emerging leaders. - [DRMM Annual Christmas Adopt-A-Family campaign is now accepting applications and sponsors](https://drmm.org/drmmadoptafamily2023/) - Do you know of a family that would benefit from a sponsored Christmas? Fill out the application here: bit.ly/DRMMAdoptAFamily by September 1st at 4pm to be considered. Paper applications are available at the DRMM Admin office at 150 Stimson in Detroit Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. NEW SPONSORS NEEDED: Go here HERE to sign up to be - [Detroit woman ends up homeless after husband dies of COVID](https://drmm.org/detroit-woman-ends-up-homeless-after-husband-dies-of-covid/) - Lauren Sowell tells her inspiring story of survival and resiliency, and the crucial part DRMM plays in her life. Watch here! - [DRMM Chief Operating Officer Dr. Barbara Willis Earns Ph. D.](https://drmm.org/congratsdrwillis/) - Today, we come together to commemorate a truly exceptional individual whose journey has been one of unwavering dedication, relentless pursuit of knowledge, and remarkable achievements. It is with immense joy and deep admiration that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Barbara Willis on her recent graduation from Restoration Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. On - ["Getting It Right" Program Helps with Re-entry After Prison](https://drmm.org/getting-it-right-program-helps-with-re-entry-after-prison/) - You helped mend a broken heart through your love. - [Human trafficking survivor hopes to inspire others through her story](https://drmm.org/human-trafficking-survivor-hopes-to-inspire-others-through-her-story/) - Lauren Sowell tells her inspiring story of survival and resiliency, and the crucial part DRMM plays in her life. Watch here! - [Embracing Mental Health: Nurturing Compassion, Inspiring Recovery](https://drmm.org/embracing-mental-health-nurturing-compassion-inspiring-recovery/) - Clarity in vision, sincerity towards the goals, and humility in behavior are the essential traits to acquire to become a transformational leader. Dr. Chad Audi is one kind of leader whose leadership style and work are an epitome to achieve for emerging leaders. - [An Open Letter of Love and Solidarity on Mother's Day](https://drmm.org/mothersdayletter/) - Clarity in vision, sincerity towards the goals, and humility in behavior are the essential traits to acquire to become a transformational leader. Dr. Chad Audi is one kind of leader whose leadership style and work are an epitome to achieve for emerging leaders. - [Restored and Redeemed Through Christ's Love](https://drmm.org/restored-and-redeemed/) - You helped mend a broken heart through your love. - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Night At The Pistons Game](https://drmm.org/pistonsdrmmnight/) - Support the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries and enjoy the last game of the Detroit Pistons season on APRIL 5TH! BUY TICKETS HERE: https://fevo.me/drmm BONUS: If 100 tickets are sold we will receive an additional $500 donation to the Mission from the Detroit Pistons - [And The Winner Is......](https://drmm.org/and-the-winner-is/) - Congratulations to Marsha Podsiad for being the winner of the naming contest for our new Wyandotte location.... THE D.R.E.A.M CENTER (Downriver Rescue Efforts and Mission)!! Marsha is a Wyandotte resident and a local nurse and her name was selected from over 60 entries. Here she is pictured (left) with DRMM's President and CEO Dr. Chad - [THE DETROIT RESCUE MISSION SET TO OFFICIALLY OPEN WYANDOTTE LOCATION](https://drmm.org/wyandottegrandopening/) - THE DETROIT RESCUE MISSION SET TO OFFICIALLY OPEN WYANDOTTE LOCATION WYANDOTTE, MI - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries official grand opening of its Wyandotte site located at 1167 Maple is scheduled for Thursday, March 9, 2023 from 5pm-7pm. The event will include a program featuring local officials, community partners, and DRMM leadership, networking and reception. - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, DPD team up to sponsor Christmas for families in need](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-dpd-team-up-to-sponsor-christmas-for-families-in-need/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries provides shelter for the homeless and food for those in need. At Christmas - they deliver gifts for families who just need a little help. This year Detroit police officers from the 7th Precinct got to be Santa's helpers. Read the original article on Fox 2 Detroit - [An Organization to Really Give Thanks For - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is much more than its name.](https://drmm.org/an-organization-to-really-give-thanks-for-detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-is-much-more-than-its-name/) - DETROIT – Tonight, as is the case every night, more than two thousand homeless people will have a meal — this night, a special Thanksgiving meal — thanks to Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. Some of them are homeless through no fault of their own, thrown out by abusers or forced to flee. Some are children; - [You Helped Mend a Broken Heart Through Your Love](https://drmm.org/you-helped-mend-a-broken-heart/) - You helped mend a broken heart through your love. - [Giving Thanks for Your Kindness That Changes Lives](https://drmm.org/giving-thanks-for-your-kindness/) - Giving thanks for your kindness that changes lives. - [He Needed A Miracle](https://drmm.org/he-needed-a-miracle/) - How you are helping one man overcome his brokenness through Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. - [Because We Don't Succeed Alone](https://drmm.org/because-we-dont-succeed-alone/) - Clarity in vision, sincerity towards the goals, and humility in behavior are the essential traits to acquire to become a transformational leader. Dr. Chad Audi is one kind of leader whose leadership style and work are an epitome to achieve for emerging leaders. - [This Place Saved Faith's Life](https://drmm.org/this-place-saved-faiths-life/) - How you are helping one man overcome his brokenness through Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. - [Reaching for a Better Life](https://drmm.org/reaching-for-a-better-life/) - How you are helping one man overcome his brokenness through Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. - [Annual Report FY2020](https://drmm.org/annual-report-fy-2020/) - Using a data-informed process, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) develops strategies to implement innovative programs for people in need. This annual report uses data to generate a thorough analysis of needs in our community. It demonstrates the ongoing need for programs that address homelessness, drug problems, basic needs such as food, clothing and housing, and services - [Summer Hunger is Real!](https://drmm.org/summer-hunger-is-real/) - “I was working in a warehouse and got badly injured when they dropped seven pallets on my body,” - ["I thank you from the bottom of my heart . . .”](https://drmm.org/i-thank-you-from-the-bottom-of-my-heart/) - “I was working in a warehouse and got badly injured when they dropped seven pallets on my body,” - [“Thank God for DRMM and the staff . . .”](https://drmm.org/thank-god-for-drmm-and-the-staff/) - Of all the uncertainties ushered into her life with COVID-19, homelessness was Veronica’s least worry. - [YOUR PARTNERSHIP WITH DRMM IMPACTS SO MANY LIVES](https://drmm.org/your-partnership-with-drmm-impacts-so-many-lives/) - Of all the uncertainties ushered into her life with COVID-19, homelessness was Veronica’s least worry. - [Aaron’s Story: Rebuilding During COVID-19](https://drmm.org/aarons-story-rebuilding-during-covid-19/) - When the pandemic swept through Detroit last year, it impacted the lives of so many . . . but it brought Aaron* to his knees. - [The Best Way to Change a Life](https://drmm.org/the-best-way-to-change-a-life/) - What is the BEST way to make a life-saving, life-changing difference for someone in urgent need of food, safe shelter, and hope this Easter? Give the gift of a good, hot $1.95 meal at DRMM. But don’t take my word for it. Ask Ennis . . . Ennis spent the last few years caring for - [Instantly Homeless—During a Pandemic Lockdown!](https://drmm.org/instantly-homeless-during-a-pandemic-lockdown/) - Ennis spent the last few years caring for his 90-year-old father. Desperately sick, especially toward the end, he thought of little else but making his father as comfortable as possible. - [Life . . . or Death?](https://drmm.org/life-or-death/) - On wet and bitter cold days like this one, I am especially thankful for friends like you who care about their struggling neighbors. - [Mike’s Story: From the Street to Our Table](https://drmm.org/mikes-story-from-the-street-to-our-table/) - In all my years at DRMM, I have never seen such an enormous need for hope. - [Disagree Sometimes but Never Stop Helping Others](https://drmm.org/disagree-sometimes-but-never-stop-helping-others/) - There is just no way everybody - even siblings, married couples and business partners - can agree on everything all the time. No way. The all-knowing God did not create all of us to routinely think, perceive, evaluate and act with striking uniformity. Even the identical twins you know don't always agree with each other. - [Your Christmas Meals Are a Gift of Hope.](https://drmm.org/your-christmas-meals-are-a-gift-of-hope/) - You see, Dwight is a veteran, and he was proud to serve our nation. He knows what it means to give his all to his country—and his employer. Yet, after 15 years with the same company, he was laid off. - [You Can Put Hope in Hurting Hearts This Christmas!](https://drmm.org/you-can-put-hope-in-hurting-hearts-this-christmas/) - Across Detroit, Christmas will be a difficult time for men and women who have lost jobs, families on the brink of homelessness, isolated senior citizens, and other neighbors who are struggling to survive. Please partner with DRMM today to provide meals, help, and hope. Here’s how you can help: - [Laid Off, and No One Was Hiring.](https://drmm.org/laid-off-and-no-one-was-hiring/) - Since the pandemic devastated Detroit, more people than ever before are turning to DRMM desperate for a meal, safe shelter, or merely seeking God’s love and mercy—like James, who lost his job then watched helplessly as his savings dwindled to nothing. - [“How am I going to take care of my daughter?”](https://drmm.org/how-am-i-going-to-take-care-of-my-daughter/) - Edward enjoyed his work with Detroit Public Schools, but when COVID-19 came to Detroit, schools were quickly closed, and Edward lost his job. - [The Blessing of Safe Shelter During a Pandemic](https://drmm.org/the-blessing-of-safe-shelter-during-a-pandemic/) - Desperate to make changes, Kevin turned to DRMM for help overcoming drug addiction and rebuilding his life. Shortly after his arrival, though, the pandemic turned our city, state, nation, and world upside down. - [“DRMM saved me”](https://drmm.org/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 . . . - [Shawn knows how a Thanksgiving Meal really can save and change a life!](https://drmm.org/shawns-life-saving-meal/) - I have personally seen the impact your gift of meals can have on souls who have been so beaten down by life that they just want to give up and die. Someone like Shawn . . . - [Great Hurdles, Greater Heroes](https://drmm.org/great-hurdles-greater-heroes/) - Homeless, hungry, and with no place to turn for help, Edward turned to DRMM. Your support gave him hope and the tools to get back on his feet. . . . - [Peter believed no one cared if he lived . . . or died.](https://drmm.org/peter/) - Homeless, hungry, and with no place to turn for help, Edward turned to DRMM. Your support gave him hope and the tools to get back on his feet. . . . - [Edward had been struggling to get by for some time.](https://drmm.org/edward-needed-help/) - Homeless, hungry, and with no place to turn for help, Edward turned to DRMM. Your support gave him hope and the tools to get back on his feet. . . . - [CRISIS RESPONSE UPDATE:](https://drmm.org/crisis-response-update/) - Homeless, hungry, and with no place to turn for help, Edward turned to DRMM. Your support gave him hope and the tools to get back on his feet. . . . - [Remote Work is Not for Everyone](https://drmm.org/remote-work-is-not-for-everyone/) - You've probably heard or read important studies by Gallup, Airtasker and others that show remote employees are more productive than their in-office counterparts. I have. And as an employer, it was appealing to me at first. Which employer doesn't like having . . . - [What Detroit’s Boys and Girls Need Now . . . and in the Days Ahead](https://drmm.org/what-they-need/) - We all have friends, family, colleagues and neighbors negatively impacted by COVID-19. Don't we? Some are either sick, recovering, retrenched or struggling to get needed medications and food supplies in the ongoing lockdown, which simply means they need the good old empathy and compassion. - [Kindness to Seniors: The More, The Better](https://drmm.org/kindness-to-seniors-the-more-the-better/) - I have often written about the kindness of metro Detroiters because it continues to inspire me. That someone would act in support and encouragement of someone else especially outside their own family, neighborhood or circle of friends is refreshingly amazing. But it happens every day in my community. - [Safe Over Summer — Yes, we can!](https://drmm.org/safe-over-summer-yes-we-can/) - We all have friends, family, colleagues and neighbors negatively impacted by COVID-19. Don't we? Some are either sick, recovering, retrenched or struggling to get needed medications and food supplies in the ongoing lockdown, which simply means they need the good old empathy and compassion. - [The Good Neighbors Fighting COVID-19](https://drmm.org/good-neighbors-fighting-covid-19/) - We all have friends, family, colleagues and neighbors negatively impacted by COVID-19. Don't we? Some are either sick, recovering, retrenched or struggling to get needed medications and food supplies in the ongoing lockdown, which simply means they need the good old empathy and compassion. - [Metro Detroiters never disappoint in crisis times](https://drmm.org/metro-detroiters-never-disappoint-in-crisis-times/) - In many ways, we are in uncharted territory. Even the foremost experts in infectious disease control and prevention can't tell us where the COVID-19 pandemic is heading, and when it will cease to plague our communities. Many cities, including those in metro Detroit, are on necessary lock-down. And the longer the lock-down, the more it becomes obvious... - [YES, THIRD PARTY VALIDATION WORKS](https://drmm.org/third-party-validation-works/) - I am yet to come across an individual or organization that would rather have people think the worst of them. We all want people to think of us as good, smart, efficient, effective and reliable - just as we think of ourselves. Don't we? But people are not bound to see us the way we see ourselves. - [A New Beginning is What Randolph Wanted Most!](https://drmm.org/randolph/) - Randolph was hungry when he came through the Mission doors. We sat with him while he ate a good hot $1.95 meal, provided by a caring donor like you, and listened as he told us about the poor decisions and good-time friends who’d put him on the wrong path in life. - [Thank You for Giving Harry a New Beginning in Life!](https://drmm.org/harry/) - Harry will never forget how low he felt the day he first came through DRMM’s doors. “I was down on my luck and walking the streets,” he says. - [Simple Kindness of a Good Meal](https://drmm.org/simple-kindness/) - It was a bitterly cold and windy day when William came through the Mission doors hoping for a meal . . . - [There are NO “lost causes!”](https://drmm.org/there-are-no-lost-causes/) - It was a bitterly cold and windy day when William came through the Mission doors hoping for a meal . . . - [Deadly Winter on the Streets of Detroit](https://drmm.org/winter-2020/) - Shackled by an addiction he could not overcome, Isaac called our city streets home for six long, painful years. It was a cold January day when he finally came through the Mission doors. He was freezing, starving, and desperate to change his life. - [Impact Report 2019](https://drmm.org/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](https://drmm.org/kindness-launched-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”](https://drmm.org/christinas-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!](https://drmm.org/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!](https://drmm.org/charless-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? - [Charles thanks you! “Your gifts are truly helping a lot of people . . .”](https://drmm.org/your-gifts-truly-help/) - In a critical time of need, people like Charles come to DRMM to find more than just a meal. They come to find guidance, hope, and a way to avoid, or escape the pain of having no place to call home. It’s your gifts that are helping Charles overcome homelessness. - [Making a life-changing difference for Edward](https://drmm.org/making-a-life-changing-difference-for-edward/) - Homelessness came more quickly than Edward could ever have imagined . . . and with it came sleeping in cars and vacant buildings. Scrounging for food. Suffering through bitter cold days and nights. - [The Less Fortunate Love Surprises Too](https://drmm.org/the-less-fortunate-love-surprises-too/) - The fact is, I love surprising people because I love making people, especially the less fortunate among us, happy. That's why pleasant surprises have become a staple at the annual graduation ceremony we host at our big banquet facility in Detroit. - [Hungry and alone at Thanksgiving](https://drmm.org/hungry-and-alone-at-thanksgiving-2/) - My heart breaks for people who will have no family to share the joy of Thanksgiving with . . . people like John. John has never known a loving gathering of family and friends at the holidays. He has never sat down to a Thanksgiving meal prepared by loved ones, joined hands, and given thanks. - [The gift of a meal is a gift of hope this Thanksgiving season . . . especially to someone like Terrell.](https://drmm.org/thanksgiving-meal-2019-terrell/) - If you have gone from hopeful and joyful at your work to everything getting on your nerves, you're not alone. Many in the workplace feel this way. But there are ways to enjoy your work again! - [What To Do When Work Disinterests You](https://drmm.org/when-work-disinterests-you/) - If you have gone from hopeful and joyful at your work to everything getting on your nerves, you're not alone. Many in the workplace feel this way. But there are ways to enjoy your work again! - [Homeless mother of 3 gets house rent free from Detroit Rescue Mission](https://drmm.org/homeless-mother-of-3-gets-house-rent-free-from-detroit-rescue-mission/) - Alboney Siebert gets a first look at her new home - a place for her and her three young children to lay their heads and to call their own. It's a gift, rent-free for two years from Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, the 110-year-old organization - that helps the homeless. - [Eric knows the power a meal can have in a broken life!](https://drmm.org/eric/) - Happy July 4th to you and your family. Thank God the weather is good and we can all enjoy indoor and outdoor festivities with family and friends, while reflecting on our collective heritage and personal responsibility as citizens of this great country called the United States of America. - [Thank You for Keeping Them Safe Over Summer!](https://drmm.org/thank-you-for-keeping-them-safe-over-summer/) - Happy July 4th to you and your family. Thank God the weather is good and we can all enjoy indoor and outdoor festivities with family and friends, while reflecting on our collective heritage and personal responsibility as citizens of this great country called the United States of America. - [“Thank you. You gave us hope . . .”](https://drmm.org/thank-you-you-gave-us-hope/) - Happy July 4th to you and your family. Thank God the weather is good and we can all enjoy indoor and outdoor festivities with family and friends, while reflecting on our collective heritage and personal responsibility as citizens of this great country called the United States of America. - [Adopt a Family this Christmas and put joy and hope in the hearts of families in need!](https://drmm.org/adopt-a-family-this-christmas-2/) - Happy July 4th to you and your family. Thank God the weather is good and we can all enjoy indoor and outdoor festivities with family and friends, while reflecting on our collective heritage and personal responsibility as citizens of this great country called the United States of America. - [Land of the Free, Home of the Brave](https://drmm.org/land-of-the-free-home-of-the-brave/) - Happy July 4th to you and your family. Thank God the weather is good and we can all enjoy indoor and outdoor festivities with family and friends, while reflecting on our collective heritage and personal responsibility as citizens of this great country called the United States of America. - [Summer’s Terrible Secrets](https://drmm.org/summers-terrible-secrets/) - When some people think of summer, they’re thinking of vacation plans, trips to the beach, and family get-togethers. For many others though, summer is a very scary time. Here are a few reasons why summer is a rough season for many people in your community... - [Giving second chances all year round](https://drmm.org/giving-second-chances-all-year-round/) - When people make mistakes and end up in financial ruin that makes them homeless, should we simply blame and abandon them? Who doesn’t make mistakes? - [Can Summer Camp Really Make a Difference in a Child’s Life?](https://drmm.org/can-summer-camp-really-make-a-difference-in-a-childs-life/) - Jonathan says, “YES!” Jonathan was just nine years old when he first came to DRMM’s summer camp—at the insistence of his big sister. She had seen friends and neighbors pay a high price for giving in to peer pressure and saying yes to what someone else thought was cool. “I was just staying in my - [The ONE thing Gilbert couldn’t fix alone . . .](https://drmm.org/the-one-thing-gilbert-couldnt-fix-alone/) - Gilbert is one of those people who can fix anything, and he enjoys the work. But when his employer lost the contract on the facility they were building, life fell apart fast. “They lost their contract and I lost my townhouse, car, everything.” Gilbert had never experienced hunger or homelessness before in his life. “It - [Andrew—A Life YOU Transformed](https://drmm.org/andrew-a-life-you-transformed/) - When we first met Andrew, he had lost everything. His marriage, job, car, savings. And all hope. Desperate to rebuild all that was broken in his life, he followed the counsel of a friend who said Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is a place where new beginnings happen every day. He took a train that - [Haley wondered, “What’s going to happen to me and my baby? How will we survive?”](https://drmm.org/haley-wondered-whats-going-to-happen-to-me-and-my-baby-how-will-we-survive/) - Being homeless is terrifying for anyone, but for a young mother and her baby it can be deadly! “I didn’t have anywhere else to go,” Haley shared, with tears in her eyes. “My daughter and I had been staying with my sister, but things didn’t happen as planned. We were crowding her family so I - [Many of us believe there’s no way we could ever be hungry and homeless.](https://drmm.org/many-of-us-believe-theres-no-way-we-could-ever-be-hungry-and-homeless/) - But just how easy can it all slip away? Ask Daniel.* He never dreamed there would come a day when he would feel the pain of hunger. He’d worked since he was 17 years old, and had even donated to organizations that help others who are in need. But then came the terrible day when - [Can a $1.95 meal really save and change a life? Ask James!](https://drmm.org/can-a-1-95-meal-really-save-and-change-a-life-ask-james/) - James has lived and worked in Detroit all his life. He has a wide range of skills that helped him excel at work, and he even started a company of his own at one point. But after some toxic relationships and a few difficult years, James ended up on the wrong path. Before long, he’d lost everything—his livelihood, savings, and home. - [Harsh Weather Further Tests Generosity of Michiganders ...](https://drmm.org/harsh-weather-further-tests-generosity-of-michiganders/) - If there is a phraseology that best captures the attitude of fellow Michiganders when the going gets tough, it is perhaps Ralph Waldo Emerson's maxim that "difficulties exist to be surmounted." Michiganders don't run away from tough challenges. Rather, they confront them with their can-do spirit. - [A freezing, homeless neighbor like Robert needs YOU this winter!](https://drmm.org/homeless-winter/) - I can only imagine the hardships Robert faced when he found himself homeless on the bitter cold streets of Detroit. Yet when he finally arrived here at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), he just stood outside our doors shivering! He was hungry and cold, and had nowhere else to go. Over a good hot $1.95 - [Your Lifesaving, Life-changing Impact in 2018!](https://drmm.org/your-impact-in-2018/) - Thank you for your ongoing support that ensures everyone who turns to Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) for help and hope receives it. Your compassion and generosity touched a great many lives, but our work is not done as long as men, women, and children in your community are hungry, homeless, and hurting! In 2018: - [“I don’t ever want to go back into that darkness.”](https://drmm.org/deanna-help-and-hope/) - Deanna remembers the day she found herself standing in front of DRMM with nothing but the clothes on her back. She understood that this was her last chance to beat her addiction to alcohol or lose everything—her ability to work or ever live independently again, the love of her children, and perhaps even her life. - [Volunteer Nisha is helping DRMM rebuild Detroit—one life at a time](https://drmm.org/volunteer-nisha/) - Maybe you are like Nisha and have a heart for the needs of others. If so, learn more about how this caring friend is making a difference in a great many lives—and in the future of Detroit—by serving as a volunteer at DRMM. “I’ve volunteered most of my life. It’s just something you do. You - [“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat.” Matthew 25:35 NIV](https://drmm.org/gift-of-a-meal-beth/) - A hot meal is often the changemaker for people who desperately need help. It was the same for Beth.* God had led her to our Mission doors, but fear and hopelessness kept her from coming inside. It was clear she was hungry, but nothing we said could get her to come in out of the - [“I thank God for everything He has done in my life.”](https://drmm.org/michael-prayers-answered/) - Michael* has traveled plenty of hard roads in his life. But he knows now that even the most difficult times had their purpose. Without them, Michael might never have turned his life over to God. “My situation was getting worse and worse,” Michael says. At his lowest point, he fell to his knees and prayed, - [Your support saved Charles’ life](https://drmm.org/support-saved-charles/) - Christmas Day—a time of peace, joy, and hope. A special day to gather around the table for a delicious holiday meal and be together with friends and family. But for a great many people in your community, it will be just another cold, hungry day. I’m talking about seniors and others who are alone and - [Exigent Season, Extraordinary Seniors](https://drmm.org/exigent-season-extraordinary-seniors/) - It’s cold season again, and cities like Detroit, Highland Park and Port Huron where we have residential programs for people in dire need usually get colder than many cities in the United States. With the number of homeless, hungry, mentally ill and substance abusing persons on the increase, the need for emergency shelter and other - [Finding yourself with nowhere to go . . .](https://drmm.org/thanksgiving-nowhere-to-go/) - Walter didn’t think his own life was worth living after the loss of his two sons. Thanks to your support, DRMM was able to help Walter renew his faith and rebuild his life. - [Spread some JOY to your neighbors in need this Christmas—Join DRMM’s team of volunteers!](https://drmm.org/spread-some-joy-volunteer/) - Volunteers can choose from many areas of service, including kitchen help, child care, tutoring/mentoring youth, and spiritual outreach. Sign up now to join DRMM’s dedicated volunteers who will serve at many locations throughout Detroit this holiday season by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator now! All are welcome—and needed—including students, individuals, groups, churches, and businesses. Please contact - [“I don’t ever want to go back into that darkness.”](https://drmm.org/christmas-blessing/) - For Deanna, heartbreak and fear had made every day a struggle to survive. Tending to her dying mother day after day for three long years had proven too much. So Deanna turned to alcohol as a way to cope. But by the time her mother’s pain and suffering were over, Deanna’s next drink was the - [“DRMM—they’re really helping people . . .”](https://drmm.org/god-led-him-to-drmm/) - From his earliest memory, Anthony’s home life was tough. Still, the young man wasn’t prepared for the day his mother simply dropped him at the roadside and drove away. For a time, Anthony slept in a tent and learned what it feels like to be hungry, homeless, and alone. He told a story of the - [“You helped me out in a time of need . . .”](https://drmm.org/helped-in-time-of-need/) - Adam arrived in Detroit with his marriage and life in disarray. In just a few short months he had lost his family, and his home, leaving him at rock-bottom and in need of help. When his pastor made a call, your gifts allowed Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) to offer Adam the help and hope - [When we first met Eugene, he had just gone from homeowner to homeless.](https://drmm.org/from-homeowner-to-homeless/) - The reason he ended up on the streets is something that could easily happen to any of us . . . Eugene fell behind on his property taxes and couldn’t catch up. They took his house away from him. Just like that, he was homeless. With fear in his heart, Eugene made his way to - [Bruce never dreamed Thanksgiving would find him hungry, homeless, and without hope.](https://drmm.org/hungry-homeless-without-hope/) - Bruce had served proudly and honorably as a United States Marine. He’d had his own business and had never asked for help . . . Certainly not for basics like food, clothing, and shelter! But that was before a slowdown in business and a serious heart condition left him with nothing. Still, he was shocked - [The art of doing more with less money](https://drmm.org/the-art-of-doing-more-with-less-money/) - Getting more done with less money sounds like an oxymoron. Doesn’t it? With US inflation rate put at 2.9 percent as at June 2018, things like office supplies, groceries and gas are costing more. Building maintenance costs are going up as well – just as insurance premiums and utilities. And none of these items is - [“After losing two sons, I was mad at the world . . .”](https://drmm.org/after-losing-two-sons-i-was-mad-at-the-world/) - Walter didn’t think his own life was worth living after the loss of his two sons. Thanks to your support, DRMM was able to help Walter renew his faith and rebuild his life. - [“Thank you for giving our children a home . . .”](https://drmm.org/thank-you-for-giving-our-children-a-home/) - With their home falling down around them, your support of DRMM made it possible for the Terrell family to move into a safe, fully renovated home—and to be equipped for the incredible blessing of home ownership! - [Bring joy and hope to families in need this Christmas – Adopt A Family](https://drmm.org/bring-joy-and-hope-to-families-in-need-this-christmas/) - For parents who are having trouble keeping a roof over their heads, gifts for their children to open in celebration of Christmas are an out-of-reach luxury. That’s why caring friends like you are encouraged to adopt a family in need now to make this a Christmas filled with Christ’s love and mercy—one they will always - [Fall—A Time of Hunger or Hope?](https://drmm.org/fall-a-time-of-hunger-or-hope/) - Unemployment and underemployment have pushed many families and individuals in our community to the brink of homelessness—or beyond. Hunger continues to be a very real problem, driving men, women, and their children to seek meals and help from DRMM’s food bank. This is why we must do everything possible to ensure lifesaving and life-changing resources - [Don’s story could be yours or mine . . .](https://drmm.org/dons-story/) - “Thank you for making this the best Christmas ever! There would have been nothing under the tree for my children to open without the kindness of people who support DRMM.” - [Responding to Robbery](https://drmm.org/responding-to-robbery/) - As you may have heard in the news, at 2am on June 27th, our premises on 138 Stimson was broken into and $25,000 worth of landscape training equipment was stolen. - [Safe Over Summer—it’s going to take all of us](https://drmm.org/safe-over-summer-bp/) - A crisis is brewing right now in our community—a crisis that will hit children, families, and individuals like a ton of bricks. It’s going to make the hungry even hungrier, their hardships even harder. The crisis is summer. Summer means children and teens are out of school and exposed to the risks that come with - [Thank you for helping our nation’s Veterans!](https://drmm.org/thank-you-for-helping-our-nations-veterans/) - He thought it sounded too good to be true, but when Terrell first came through the Mission doors he found real solutions to his problems. He is thankful for you, and your support of DRMM, which helped him through a difficult time in life. - [“I thank God for everything He has done in my life.”](https://drmm.org/i-thank-god-for-everything-he-has-done-in-my-life/) - Michael’s future is as bright as his smile, thanks to support from caring donors who gave him a safe refuge and the encouragement to answer God’s call in his life. - [CHRISTMAS 2017 IMPACT REPORT](https://drmm.org/christmas-2017-impact-report/) - Thank you for your partnership that made it possible for families and individuals to receive emergency services and life-changing help from DRMM throughout the 2017 Christmas season: 650 parents got to shop for warm clothes and gifts at our Christmas store . . . free of charge! 2,023 children and families were included in the - [Derrick never dreamed he would be homeless . . .](https://drmm.org/derrick-never-dreamed-he-would-be-homeless/) - Before his grandmother got sick, he lived on his own and had three jobs. He was doing so well that he didn’t hesitate to drop everything and move in with her to tend to her urgent needs. - [A Hot Meal Leads to Charles’ Changed Life!](https://drmm.org/charles-changed-life/) - It’s a miracle we see again and again! A caring friend gives the gift of a meal, and a lost and broken soul finds hope to rebuild a broken life . . . It was over a hot meal that Charles told us how he’d made mistake after mistake and lost the relationships that mattered - [It Really Breaks My Heart . . .](https://drmm.org/it-really-breaks-my-heart/) - This year has so far proven our smart meteorologists right. Their fear-engendering forecasts of bitter cold winter with heavy snow storms have been on point. We have had enough cold and snow to compensate for last year’s mild winter. And it’s not as if the winter season is on its way out. We still have - [THANKS TO YOU - Beth found a new beginning in life!](https://drmm.org/thanks-to-you-beth-found-a-new-beginning-in-life/) - Thanks to the support of friends like you, Beth ate a good meal and had a safe place to lay her head. And soon she found the courage she needed to fight back against the grip of drugs. - [Working single mother of 5 gets a new place to call home in Detroit](https://drmm.org/working-single-mother-of-5-gets-a-new-place-to-call-home-in-detroit/) - Tracey Dunbar and her five children, including a daughter with special needs, will be sleeping in their new home tonight thanks to the Detroit Rescue Mission. - [Homeless working mother gets new house from Detroit Rescue Mission](https://drmm.org/homeless-working-mother-gets-new-house-from-detroit-rescue-mission/) - It may have been cold outside, but there was a lot of warmth to be found inside a Detroit home - which was a wonderful surprise for Tracey Dunbar and her children. - [Single mother of 5 gets keys to new Detroit home after being homeless](https://drmm.org/single-mother-of-5-gets-keys-to-new-detroit-home-after-being-homeless/) - A local single mother of five is counting her blessings. She received the keys to her new home after being homeless for some time. - [Volunteers defy harsh cold to save Detroit’s homeless](https://drmm.org/volunteers-defy-harsh-cold-to-save-detroits-homeless/) - I salute the about 150 men and women who showed up to volunteer last Friday, January 5, on the first night of the City-led outreach to homeless persons across Detroit. They answered the call to join efforts to ensure the homeless don’t continue to endanger their lives in the bitter cold. The volunteers called designated - [What you didn’t know about the homeless](https://drmm.org/what-you-didnt-know-about-the-homeless/) - “The most important thing in life is not to capitalize on your gains. Any fool can do that. The really important thing is to profit from your losses. That requires intelligence; and it makes the difference between a man of sense and a fool.” The above statement credited to noted writer and journalist, William Bolitho, - [2017 Turkey Drive with Third Man Records (Prizes Included)](https://drmm.org/2017-turkey-drive-with-third-man-records/) - Thanksgiving is fast approaching and Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) and Third Man Records are teaming up to make sure all of our hungry and hurting neighbors feel loved this Thanksgiving. We need your help to provide canned goods this holiday season and in return for your generosity, Third Man Records will reward you with - ["Thank you. Without you, there would be no me."](https://drmm.org/would-be-no-me/) - J.D. was a young man in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong sort of people, when a terrible crime occurred that got him sent to prison. Only the hope for forgiveness, redemption, and a second chance at life—a new beginning—sustained him as the hours, days, and years crawled by. When at - [“I don’t know where I’d be if not for you.”](https://drmm.org/if-not-for-you/) - John was thin and hollow-eyed when he came through our doors. He was seeking shelter and needed help, because he wasn’t sure life was worth living anymore. Over a hot meal we learned that he was desperately sick with a heart condition which made it impossible for him to work. He had another serious heart - [DRMM Youth Leadership Academy Has Been Kicked Off!](https://drmm.org/youth-leadership-academy/) - Your support is helping the youth of today become the leaders of tomorrow Gangs, drugs, alcohol, and teen pregnancy have become the new normal, putting Detroit’s youth on the fast track to prison, poverty, and a lifetime of despair. That’s why DRMM has answered God’s call to provide help and hope to children in distressed - [“Detroiters have to care about Detroiters . . .”](https://drmm.org/care-about-detroiters/) - Volunteer Nisha is helping DRMM rebuild Detroit—one life at a time Nisha has a heart for the needs of others. And she knows without a doubt that she can and is making a difference in a great many lives—and in the future of Detroit—by serving as a volunteer at DRMM. “I’ve volunteered most of my - [Harvey and Irma confront our reactionary culture](https://drmm.org/harvey-and-irma-confront-our-reactionary-culture/) - It’s always sad watching fellow human beings – especially the weak, sick, young and elderly - suffer. It’s even sadder when there is loss of life. Monster storms Harvey and Irma have brought lots of sadness and sorrow to our brothers and sisters down south. I have staff members who have friends and family members - [Hundreds of changed lives poised to help Detroit thrive](https://drmm.org/hundreds-of-changed-lives-poised-to-help-detroit-thrive/) - Over 200 persons who have moved from despair and despondency to stability, sense of belonging and marketable skills are celebrating their changed lives on Friday August 25 from 11am-1pm at 3606 East Forest Detroit. These men and women are publicly declaring their readiness and willingness to make meaningful contributions to metro Detroit, having completed various - [What if homelessness happened to YOU?](https://drmm.org/what-if-homelessness-happened-to-you/) - Each day, people just like you find themselves on the brink of homelessness. Take DRMM's online Survival Challenge to find out what might happen to you if your house burned down, you were forced to flee an abusive relationship, or lost your home in foreclosure. - [DOUBLE Your Gift of Help and Hope to Children in Need!](https://drmm.org/double-your-gift-of-help/) - Plans are under way at DRMM to launch a Youth Recreation Program in Highland Park that will sow confidence and success into the lives of children, youth, and teens; helping them to stay in school and say no to gangs, drugs, and alcohol. This program will offer Christ-centered encouragement and supervision to hundreds of children, - [Your Support is Saving and Changing Lives!](https://drmm.org/support-changing-lives/) - Families and individuals are receiving lifesaving help and life-changing hope each day from DRMM! So far in 2017, your gifts have impacted the lives of: 982 people were served in treatment (men and women) 146 people were provided with housing (men, women, and children) 299 prisoners received assistance with reentry services 2,746 campers were served - [“I never dreamed that I would be homeless . . .”](https://drmm.org/never-dreamed-i-would-be-homeless/) - Like many people in Detroit, Glenn drove past Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) for years, but he never dreamed that he would one day be homeless himself. As a self-employed digital editor and sound engineer who worked out of his home, Glenn’s business was a success. Then a health crisis struck, making it impossible for - [Staying put in midtown Detroit](https://drmm.org/staying-put-in-midtown-detroit/) - Even the most apolitical and insouciant person in Michigan knows that downtown and midtown Detroit are where the newsmaking action is right now. It’s so obvious the ear could see it. The tens of Dan Gilbert-owned high rise buildings. The novel and lovely QLine. The ultra-modern Tigers stadium by the Illitchs. The ubiquitous car parks. - [Break-in at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries](https://drmm.org/break-in-at-detroit-rescue-mission-ministries/) - As you may have heard in the news, at 2am Friday May 5, two persons broke into our premises on Stimson Street Detroit and stole $90,000 worth of training equipment. - [Impact Report](https://drmm.org/impact-report/) - In 2016, your generosity made it possible for a great many families and individuals to receive emergency services and life-changing help from DRMM: 963 people were served in treatment (men and women) 143 people were provided with housing (men, women, and children) 4,256 people were provided with emergency shelter (men, women, and children) 235 children - [Labors of Love](https://drmm.org/labors-of-love/) - Having experienced homelessness as a child, Terry Grahl knows how difficult life can be. That’s why she founded Enchanted Makeovers, a corps of volunteers and artisans who gather to create positive environments and confidence-building programs for women and children who are living in shelters. DRMM’s Genesis House II and III are among very few places - [“The Lord brought me here . . .”](https://drmm.org/the-lord-brought-me-here/) - The day David rolled into Detroit might have been his last, if not for the compassion of a stranger who knew DRMM is a special place where help and hope can be had . . . and where no one in need is ever turned away. The stranger saw David struggling to get off a - [“Thank you for giving my children the best Christmas ever!”](https://drmm.org/thank-you-for-giving-my-children-the-best-christmas-ever/) - Every Christmas, DRMM pairs struggling families with caring friends who go the extra mile to be sure every child in our community has a gift to open on Christmas morning. Our Adopt-a-Family program broke all records last Christmas, with more than 1,000 families receiving critical items like winter coats and even a few gift items - [Should I Help ONLY Those I Like?](https://drmm.org/should-i-help-only-those-i-like/) - This reasoned question applies to every adult, especially state and federal law makers, bureaucrats, service providers in nonprofit organizations, and even law enforcement officials around us. Or better put, it applies to every income earner, big or small. I intentionally highlighted the word adult because non-judgmental generosity is a great reflection of one’s maturity and - [Grateful For 2016, Geared Up For 2017](https://drmm.org/grateful-for-2016-geared-up-for-2017/) - Where did time go? I bet you hear that a lot in these dying days of 2016. When people around us ask that rhetorical question, it should not alarm or agitate us. Rather, it should serve to remind us that time is one of the most precious commodities we have as humans, which is why - [Holiday Tradition: Rhonda Walker hosts the 'Christmas for the Homeless Party'](https://drmm.org/holiday-tradition-rhonda-walker-hosts-the-christmas-for-the-homeless-party/) - I started hosting the Christmas for the Homeless Party 14 years ago for the women and children at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries-Genesis House II Transitional Housing Shelter. As a child my family always adopted needy families and provided food and gifts at Christmas time and I wanted to continue this tradition in a bigger - [They only dream of Thanksgiving](https://drmm.org/they-only-dream-of-thanksgiving/) - Here in America, most of us are used to celebrating Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. It’s both a national and a family tradition – and a happy one at that. Also called Turkey Day, we gather around the dinner table with friends and family to savor large meals of usually roasted turkey and - [Volunteer at DRMM this Christmas!](https://drmm.org/volunteer-at-drmm-this-christmas/) - DRMM is calling on friends and supporters to make this a Christmas that those in need will never forget. For the holidays we will need extra volunteers—students, individuals, groups, churches, we have a place for you! Help make this a Christmas they'll always remember! - [Hunt. Fish. Feed. at DRMM](https://drmm.org/hunt-fish-feed-at-drmm/) - Sportsman Channel and its partner Comcast prepared and served sumptuous lunch to over 250 clients at our emergency shelter on Third Street Detroit. We are indeed grateful. - [The Power of Partnerships](https://drmm.org/power-of-partnerships/) - Since 2013 Buckets of Rain has helped raise 850 bushels of vegetables for distribution to struggling Detroit families, individuals, DRMM, and other organizations that feed the hungry. With the help of many volunteers, abandoned lots have been renovated to make room for row after row of raised beds, where everything from beans to zucchini is - [Your support helped Katherine leave the streets and drugs behind—forever!](https://drmm.org/your-support-helped/) - Katherine is among a great many men and women at DRMM who will see Christmas in a whole new way this year. Your support has brought her in off the streets, helped her break the bonds of addiction, and opened her heart to God’s love and to His plans for her. “One of the girls - [“DRMM has saved my life and given me a new beginning.”](https://drmm.org/gave-new-beginning/) - Since DRMM’s founding in 1909, hundreds of thousands of people have received the tools and encouragement they needed to overcome addiction, homelessness, and poverty. New beginnings are what your support makes possible through transitional housing, job and education counseling, substance abuse treatment, spiritual guidance, and more. Celebrate with us as 300 men and women graduates - [This Christmas will be very different for William](https://drmm.org/christmas-will-be-different/) - William’s hunger had become a sharp pain because he hadn’t had much to eat in a long time. But his hope was even more desperate than his hunger, because—with all his heart—William longed to change his life. Thanks to the gift of a meal provided by a caring friend and donor, we were able to - [Why people are more charitable now](https://drmm.org/why-people-are-more-charitable-now/) - The GIVING SEASON – the Ember Months of September to December – is in full swing, and men and women of goodwill like you are glaringly giving more of their money and materials as well as volunteer hours in support of charitable causes they know and believe in. Our phone lines at DRMM are busier - [Police: Stolen nail polish sold to salons feeding heroin epidemic](https://drmm.org/police-stolen-nail-polish-sold-to-salons-feeding-heroin-epidemic/) - LAKE ORION, Mich. (WXYZ) - Across the country, illegal trades are made on the black market every day. Police in southeast Michigan say a new black market has emerged for cosmetics - specifically nail polish. Most women don't think about where the nail polish in their local salon comes from. Police in metro Detroit say - [Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries Informs and Protects Detroit Homeless with Help of Comcast Business](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-informs-and-protects-detroit-homeless-with-help-of-comcast-business/) - Michigan Non-Profit Gives Underserved Population the Tools They Need for a Brighter Tomorrow Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) was founded in 1909 as a soup kitchen providing church services, food, shelter, and clothing to those less fortunate. Today, it is a non-profit, faith-based organization recognized by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) with - [Adopt a Family in Need Today to Make Christmas 2016 the Best Ever!](https://drmm.org/adopt-a-family-in-need-today-to-make-christmas-2016-the-best-ever/) - Christmas will be here before you know it, and for as many as 300 families who are struggling to keep a roof over their heads, it will be just another day of hunger and hardship. That’s why DRMM is asking friends like you to share your blessings by adopting a family who is in need and providing them with gifts of warm clothes, books, and other - [“Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has really changed my life.”](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-ministries-has-really-changed-my-life/) - Life was a blur for Lakita when she first came through the doors here at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM). She knew she needed help but she didn’t know where or how to begin to unravel all the awful things that had taken over her life. The day we met her, Lakita had just worn out her welcome with the only - [On behalf of Tiffany and her children, “Thank you!”](https://drmm.org/on-behalf-of-tiffany-and-her-children-thank-you/) - A year ago, Tiffany and her two children were on the brink of homelessness, staying on and off with family members in between shelter visits. Then six months ago, she was welcomed into Genesis House II—DRMM’s Transitional Housing Program for women and children. Since then, Tiffany has welcomed twins to her family. Thanks to the support of generous friends like - [Could Homelessness Happen to YOU?](https://drmm.org/could-homelessness-happen-to-you/) - Take DRMM’s online Survival Challenge and find out how long you would last if the unthinkable happened to you—your house burned down, you were forced to flee an abusive relationship, or you lost your home in foreclosure. As a valued partner of DRMM, you know that people of all ages and from all walks of life experience homelessness. - [Hope to It: Capes make kids in shelters feel like superheroes](https://drmm.org/hope-to-it-capes-make-kids-in-shelters-feel-like-superheroes/) - Watch as TODAY's Natalie Morales presents the latest edition of TODAY’s inspiring Hope to It series -- featuring The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. - [Beyond those resume bells and whistles](https://drmm.org/beyond-those-resume-bells-and-whistles/) - For too long, the prevailing paradigm for recruiting and retaining managers in for-profit and nonprofit corporations favored candidates that had resumes with the right bells and whistles. Thus, to well-meaning recruiters who fully subscribe to that paradigm, the best predictors of top performance are big academic qualifications (from top universities) and of, course, big titled - [Obama’s overtime pay rule will hurt nonprofits](https://drmm.org/obamas-overtime-pay-rule-will-hurt-nonprofits/) - A cursory look at the overtime pay rule announced by the Obama administration on May 18 could present it as a very good thing, more so when it is projected to benefit over 4 million U.S. workers in its first year starting December 1. Simply put, the rule requires employers to pay overtime to workers - [Fallen Heroes Luncheon](https://drmm.org/fallen-heroes-luncheon/) - DRMM president and CEO, Dr. Chad Audi, invites you to our Fallen Heroes Luncheon honoring men and women who passed on while serving the community through nonprofit Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. Friday, June 24 2016 11am-1pm 138 Stimson Street Detroit Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. James C. Perkins President, Progressive National Baptist Convention Pastor, Greater Christ Baptist Church - [A Painful Loss](https://drmm.org/a-painful-loss/) - It is with great sorrow that we announce the home-going of Kevin Elliott, former Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries board member and father of current board member Dr. Luke Elliott. We extend our condolences to his family. Kevin served on the Board of Directors for at least 15 years and was instrumental in helping us with - [Self-Leadership Vital For Fresh Graduates](https://drmm.org/self-leadership-vital-for-fresh-graduates/) - Spring is commencement season; so everywhere you look nowadays, there is a graduation ceremony happening or about to happen. And that’s really nice. Completing a valuable and well packaged training program is a thing of joy not only for the graduates but also their friends and family who usually shower them with commendations and gifts. - [Detroit Rescue Mission programs graduate hundreds April 22](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-programs-graduate-hundreds-april-22/) - The 107-year-old Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM, http://drmm.org) will host its 2016 Graduation Ceremony from 11am-1pm on Friday April 22 at its banquet center, 3606 East Forest Detroit. Over 300 men and women who have successfully completed their programs at various DRMM facilities in Detroit and Highland Park will receive their certificates of completion at this signature - [After tragedy claims child's life, Detroit family gets fresh start](https://drmm.org/after-tragedy-claims-childs-life-detroit-family-gets-fresh-start/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries and Say Detroit have given away more than 30 homes to families in need. The Love-Wilkerson’s are the latest ones and you may agree that this family definitely deserves this fresh start. - [DRMM launches new program to reach local victims of sex trafficking!](https://drmm.org/drmm-launches-new-program-to-reach-local-victims-of-sex-trafficking/) - A recent FBI sting operation rescued 19 young women who were being peddled as prostitutes in metro Detroit and elsewhere in Michigan. In response, DRMM is launching a program to provide safe shelter and loving care to victims, giving them time to address pressing legal, medical, and emotional needs. Thank you for your support which - ["We are like family here . . ."](https://drmm.org/we-are-like-family-here/) - Just a teenager, Ariel was a new mother with no one and no place to turn for help. When Ariel came through the doors here at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), she had just one thing on her mind—the precious little boy in her arms, Jeremiah. She desperately wanted to leave behind the bad choices - [Wear Your Determination Hat in 2016](https://drmm.org/wear-your-determination-hat-in-2016/) - It was just yesterday that I read the heart-warming story of Svante Myrick, the 28-year-old mayor of Ithaca New York. Being mayor of a mid-sized American city like Ithaca – which is home to Ivy League Cornell University - is no paltry feat. He’s the city’s youngest and first African American mayor since its naming - [Ministry offers house for Detroit homeless family](https://drmm.org/ministry-offers-house-for-detroit-homeless-family/) - **Originally Posted on: The Detroit News Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has offered a permanent residence for a homeless couple who turned their four young children over to Child Protective Services because it was too cold outside to sleep in the car. Scores of readers and organizations stepped forward to help after The Detroit News and - [Philanthropic teen's mission is to help homeless](https://drmm.org/philanthropic-teens-mission-is-to-help-homeless/) - **Originally posted on: Detroit Free Press Some people look at homeless people and question their life choices. When Caleb White sees them, he only wants to help. And that’s what this 13-year-old Commerce Township teen has done since he was 6 years old and first hit with the reality that some people live on the - [Take stock, take aim](https://drmm.org/take-stock-take-aim/) - The year 2015 is over. Ok, I get it, your mind is telling you there are still three weeks left to tidy up loose ends. Maybe, you are thinking of working harder to complete one or two small projects in your organization. Maybe, you want to take advantage of the discounts brick and mortar and - [Time To Erase The Box](https://drmm.org/time-to-erase-the-box/) - One thing common to you and I is that we are not without sin. Another thing is that we’ve made a big mistake or two in our lives. Guess who else shares in our sinning and making mistakes. Of course, our neighbors, relatives and friends who have served time in public and private prisons across - [Adopt a Family this Christmas!](https://drmm.org/adopt-a-family-this-christmas/) - Christmas could be just another cold and hungry day for a great many families in our community. That’s why DRMM is calling on faithful friends and supporters to adopt a struggling family and make this a Christmas they will never forget. Each of the gift items below will make a huge difference in the lives - [A Beacon of Help and Hope this Holiday Season](https://drmm.org/a-beacon-of-help-and-hope-this-holiday-season/) - At 83 years of age, Lois would tell you that she envisioned her “golden” years as somewhat different than they are now. For starters, she would never have guessed she would rely on a food bank for many of the meals she needs to survive. She’s not alone. On any given day, hundreds of men, - [The Best Christmas Ever!](https://drmm.org/the-best-christmas-ever/) - “We’d been homeless off and on for four or five years. We went from the homes of family members to the houses of friends,” Sharon says. “I remember times when I didn’t have any money and my son was hungry. I didn’t know how I was going to feed or clothe him. “My son would - [Hearts Restored, Lives Rebuilt!](https://drmm.org/hearts-restored-lives-rebuilt/) - Spotlight on a few of DRMM’s program graduates With the same grace each of us has been given through Jesus, DRMM is committed to rebuilding the lives of Detroit’s lost and broken men and women. That’s why we offer programs to individuals who are ready to make permanent changes in their lives—so they can rejoin - [Walmart donates $50,000 grant to Lighthouse Food Bank](https://drmm.org/walmart-donates-50000-grant-to-roseville-food-bank/) - **Originally posted on: Macomb Daily Lighthouse Food Bank, in Roseville, MI, received a $50,000 grant Thursday that will help a nonprofit group expand its mission to feed more than 3,000 people and families a year. The grant for Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries came from Walmart and the Walmart Foundation during a meeting at the group’s - [“DRMM helps you help yourself . . .”](https://drmm.org/drmm-helps-you-help-yourself/) - “I used to carve wood as an escape, but I lost it for a while. When you get into drugs, you lose everything. But I am back to carving now!” Walter has a special gift. He can look at a simple block of wood and see something beautiful within. With patience and loving care, he carves and carves until the beauty within is revealed. - [Just Did What I Love Doing](https://drmm.org/just-did-what-i-love-doing/) - Earlier today, September 23, I did what I love doing. I put an enduring smile on precious faces in Detroit. How? I presented a wheelchair lift van, and a debt-free, handicap-compliant and furnished home on east side of Detroit to 19-year-old Dreia Davis who has been paralyzed since age 13. Now a high school senior - [Leadership is GIVING](https://drmm.org/leadership-is-giving/) - Why do names like Gandhi, King, Mother Theresa and Washington resonate many years after their departure? Why do many around the world still celebrate Jesus about two thousand years after his earthly experience? They are closely associated with giving beyond the ordinary, which true leaders are known for. I once heard someone define leadership as - [When Dearborn kids help fellow kids in need](https://drmm.org/when-dearborn-kids-help-fellow-kids-in-need/) - One of the most instructive and inspiring things to witness in any community is kids investing their time and energy in helping fellow kids who are less privileged. That is exactly what Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM, http://drmm.org) wants to bring about at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill Street Dearborn this Saturday August 29 - [Over 500 metro Detroit kids to receive back-to-school supplies](https://drmm.org/over-500-metro-detroit-kids-to-receive-back-to-school-supplies/) - As schools get ready to reopen, about 550 metro Detroit school kids will receive new backpacks filled with school supplies from Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), a nonprofit that has been empowering the poor and the homeless in the area since 1909. The school items would be given to needy kids at the following metro - [DRMM Cornerstone Bistro Re-Opening, with new Ice Cream Parlor](https://drmm.org/drmm-cornerstone-bistro-re-opening-with-new-ice-cream-parlor/) - On Thursday, August 13, 2015, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries will re-open its Cornerstone Bistro Restaurant and unveil its new Ice Cream Parlor and outdoor dining area. The restaurant, which is located in Highland Park on Woodward, serves as a training facility and education venue for residents of DRMM programs to learn Culinary Arts skills, - [Rebuilding the Community One Life at a Time](https://drmm.org/rebuilding-the-community-one-life-at-a-time/) - This past year was a very successful year for the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, and our efforts to end hunger and homelessness in the City. Services, such as our emergency shelters, transitional housing facilities, treatment centers, and vocational training programs provided individuals with the hope, confidence, and resources they needed for full recovery and rehabilitation. - [Treat the Homeless with Dignity & Respect](https://drmm.org/treat-the-homeless-with-dignity-respect/) - Here at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), we are all about preserving the dignity of the homeless people we serve, as we minister to their body and spirit. Although the demand for our services is very high, DRMM has to find a way to meet our clients’ needs and maintain their self-respect. - [“DRMM is more than just a bed and a meal. They really do change lives!”](https://drmm.org/drmm-is-more-than-just-a-bed-and-a-meal-they-really-do-change-lives/) - Two formerly homeless women rejoice in the life-changing gifts of a car and a home. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had a dream. A servant of humanity, he wanted his life to be remembered as a life spent in service to others, ensuring freedom and equality for all people. It was in that spirit, at - [“God Brought Me Here.”](https://drmm.org/god-brought-me-here/) - Rebecca Found a New Life Thanks to Your Support of DRMM. “When I first arrived at DRMM, I was pregnant and scared. But it didn’t take me very long to settle in. They did so much to take care of me and to help me transition to a new life.” She can hardly believe it - [It Really IS a Wonderful Life!](https://drmm.org/it-really-is-a-wonderful-life/) - Your Support gave Joe a fresh start and new Christmas joy Joe was at the end of his rope when he walked through the doors of DRMM. He had lost everything and had nowhere else to go. No one cared if he lived or died, except maybe his sister. But she suggested he check out - [Home Sweet Home](https://drmm.org/home-sweet-home/) - Thank you for giving teenage mothers and their little ones a real home and a fresh start in life! Spring is all about new life, including new lives like Victoria’s baby girl. “My mother died when I was nine. I totally didn’t know how to take care of a baby,” remembers Victoria. I was two - [Homelessness Doesn't Take a Summer Break](https://drmm.org/homelessness-doesnt-take-a-summer-break/) - For the nation’s nearly 600,000 homeless individuals, summertime does not provide a break or vacation. In fact, some cities see a spike in family homelessness during the summer. When the school year ends, more families show up at homeless shelters. - [Lending a Helping Hand](https://drmm.org/lending-a-helping-hand/) - We, here at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) and Working Homes/Working Families charity, are feeling great about being able to bring some joy to a young Detroit mother. - [Cultivating Hope through Urban Farming](https://drmm.org/cultivating-hope-through-urban-farming/) - Across the country, urban farming has become very popular as a means of providing fresh food for the low-income, poverty-stricken and homeless. In many ways, urban farming can help us break the cycle of homelessness and poverty that has afflicted our clients. - [Rebuilding the Inner City One Life at a Time](https://drmm.org/rebuilding-the-inner-city-one-life-at-a-time/) - In 2012, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries served record numbers of people. Last year, we provided emergency shelter, housing, substance-abuse treatment, food boxes, Christmas gifts, and other basic services to more than 16,000 men, women, and children. Download the report - [Chronic Homelessness](https://drmm.org/chronic-homelessness/) - For some individuals, homelessness is a temporary situation. But for others, it is much more persistent. These are the chronically homeless. They have a diagnosed disability and have been homeless for at least one continuous year or experienced at least four episodes of homelessness in the past three years. The National Alliance to End Homelessness - [A Summer Experience for Kids](https://drmm.org/a-summer-experience-for-kids/) - School is almost out for the summer. Children everywhere are looking forward to time away from the classroom and spending more time outdoors and traveling. But not all children have the advantage of going on family trips to fun places like Disneyland or Cedar Point. Would you believe some children have never been outside of - [Debbie Dingell to headline launch of Bankole Thompson Fund for Veterans May 8](https://drmm.org/debbie-dingell-to-headline-launch-of-bankole-thompson-fund-for-veterans-may-8/) - Debbie Dingell, the U.S. congresswoman representing Michigan’s 12th congressional district, will on Friday, May 8, chair the official launch of Bankole Thompson Fund for Veterans and Teen Moms from 11am-1pm at 138 Stimson Street Detroit, with Chuck Stokes, host of ABC 7’s Spotlight, as master of ceremony. The free admission event will also have Arthur - [Educating Homeless Families](https://drmm.org/educating-homeless-families/) - It’s probably something you don’t give much thought to, but have you ever wondered how well homeless children perform in school? Due to their unstable living environment, many are at increased risk of not learning as well as other children. But, one way of increasing the chance of academic success is to provide education programs - [Homeless Jesus](https://drmm.org/homeless-jesus/) - A 7-foot bronze sculpture depicting Jesus as a homeless man huddled under a blanket on a park bench is stirring up controversy around the world. The statue is identifiable as Jesus only by the crucifixion wounds on his feet. The sculptor, Timothy Schmalz, has installed casts in the U.S., Canada and Europe. And now it - [DRMM Expands its Emergency Food Services to Macomb County](https://drmm.org/drmm-acquires-lighthouse-outreach-center-and-expands-its-emergency-food-services-to-macomb-county/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is expanding its reach to feed the homeless and hungry in Macomb County. The faith-based, Detroit non-profit inked a deal today to take over the building and operations of the Lighthouse Outreach Center, located at 28571 Gratiot Avenue in Roseville. Effective immediately, DRMM will continue to operate the center - [DRMM to Welcome Sen. Debbie Stabenow to its March Call to Service!](https://drmm.org/drmm-to-welcome-sen-debbie-stabenow-to-its-march-call-to-service/) - On Friday, March 13, 2015, Dr. Chad Audi and the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries family will welcome Senator Debbie Stabenow to its March Call to Service event that will celebrate and honor women! March is Women’s History Month. The event will feature a beautiful lunch prepared and presented by DRMM’s Culinary Arts Program, as well as - [Drug Addiction, Crime, and Homelessness](https://drmm.org/drug-addiction-crime-and-homelessness/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tation ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. - [The Citizen Reentry Program](https://drmm.org/the-citizen-reentry-program/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tation ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. - [Success Stories](https://drmm.org/success-stories/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tation ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. - [A New Start This Year](https://drmm.org/a-new-start-this-year/) - This is a joyous time of the year. We are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and preparing to renew our spirit and hope for the New Year. Unfortunately, not everyone is anticipating the arrival of 2015. For the nation’s homeless, January simply means it’s time to go deep into survival mode until the arrival - [It’s Your Season](https://drmm.org/its-your-season/) - We are entering the Easter season, and springtime is also upon us. It’s a season of new beginnings. And, it’s a season of restoration. It’s your season. Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of people across this country aren’t feeling the hope that the season brings. They are dealing with constant hunger, a lingering hurt and complete - [DRMM helps needy Dearborn families Dec 6](https://drmm.org/drmm-helps-needy-dearborn-families-dec-6/) - On Saturday, December 6, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) will donate food boxes to 50 needy families in Michigan’s eight largest city of Dearborn which has 25.7% of its population below poverty level, according to the US Census Bureau. Time is 10am to 2pm and venue is Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill St. Dearborn. - [Big MLK surprise for low-income Detroit Family](https://drmm.org/big-mlk-surprise-for-low-income-detroit-family/) - As part of its MLK Day service to the community, nonprofit Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM, http://drmm.org) will at 12 noon on Friday, January 16, 2015, give a big pleasant surprise to a low-income Detroit family aimed at improving its living conditions and hence contributions to society. Though the family has been invited to the 11am – - [106 Years of Helping the Homeless](https://drmm.org/106-years-of-helping-the-homeless/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) celebrated its 106th anniversary over the weekend. We spent it doing what we do best — helping the homeless. The frigid temperatures in the Detroit-area made it dangerous for anyone to spend time outside, so DRMM staff and volunteers were out on the street looking for the homeless who were - [Detroit Rescue Mission designated City of Detroit warming center](https://drmm.org/detroit-rescue-mission-designated-city-of-detroit-warming-center/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission (DRM) situated at 3535 Third Avenue Detroit has been designated a warming center by the City of Detroit. The all-male facility will provide homeless men with hot meals, shower and shelter between the hours of 5pm and 7am every day, including holidays, but “If the forecast calls for temperatures of 10 - [Give our Children and Youth a Chance](https://drmm.org/give-our-children-and-youth-a-chance/) - The National Center on Family Homelessness estimates 2.5 million children are homeless each year. As the number of homeless families in this country continues to be alarming and of major concern, it’s important that we reach out to children and youth to help prevent the factors that can lead to future homelessness. These causes include - [Can We End Veteran Homelessness This Year?](https://drmm.org/can-we-end-veteran-homelessness-this-year/) - In 2010, President Barack Obama set a very ambitious goal — to eliminate homelessness among military veterans by the end of 2015. Well, 2015 is here. With roughly nine months remaining in the year, a lot of questions still remain. Can it be done? Just what does it mean to eliminate veteran homelessness? And what - [It's Your Season](https://drmm.org/its-your-season-2/) - We are entering the Easter season, and springtime is also upon us. It’s a season of new beginnings. And, it’s a season of restoration. It’s your season. Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of people across this country aren’t feeling the hope that the season brings. They are dealing with constant hunger, a lingering hurt and complete - [Winter’s Impact on the Homeless](https://drmm.org/winters-impact-on-the-homeless/) - Well, it was just a matter of time. We knew the wintry weather was coming, and now it’s here. A crippling blizzard just hit the East Coast and bitter cold temperatures have spread across the entire country over the past month. - [Give our Children and Youth a Chance](https://drmm.org/give-our-children-and-youth-a-chance-2/) - The National Center on Family Homelessness estimates 2.5 million children are homeless each year. As the number of homeless families in this country continues to be alarming and of major concern, it’s important that we reach out to children and youth to help prevent the factors that can lead to future homelessness. These causes include - [What Would Dr. King Think?](https://drmm.org/what-would-dr-king-think/) - As the nation pauses this month to honor the birthday of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I can’t help but wonder how Dr. King would feel about the current state of this world if he were alive today. - [106 Years of Helping the Homeless](https://drmm.org/106-years-of-helping-the-homeless-2/) - Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) celebrated its 106th anniversary over the weekend. We spent it doing what we do best — helping the homeless. The frigid temperatures in the Detroit-area made it dangerous for anyone to spend time outside, so DRMM staff and volunteers were out on the street looking for the homeless who were - [Winter’s Impact on the Homeless](https://drmm.org/winters-impact-on-the-homeless-2/) - Well, it was just a matter of time. We knew the wintry weather was coming, and now it’s here. A crippling blizzard just hit the East Coast and bitter cold temperatures have spread across the entire country over the past month. This kind of weather sends the nation’s homeless on a desperate search for shelter - [What Would Dr. King Think?](https://drmm.org/what-would-dr-king-think-2/) - As the nation pauses this month to honor the birthday of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I can’t help but wonder how Dr. King would feel about the current state of this world if he were alive today. For example, what would he think about the condition of the civil rights movement? How - [A New Start in the New Year](https://drmm.org/a-new-start-in-the-new-year/) - This is a joyous time of the year. We are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and preparing to renew our spirit and hope for the New Year. Unfortunately, not everyone is anticipating the arrival of 2015. For the nation’s homeless, January simply means it’s time to go deep into survival mode until the arrival - [DRMM to distribute toys, winter clothes at Christmas party Friday](https://drmm.org/drmm-to-distribute-toys-winter-clothes-at-christmas-party-friday-2/) - When Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM, http://drmm.org) draws business and civic leaders to its Banquet Hall at 3606 East Forest Street, Detroit this Friday, December 12, it would be to inspire hope and spread the joy of the season by distributing toys, winter hats, gloves, scarves, coats and socks to needy children at its Christmas party sponsored - [The Holiday Spirit](https://drmm.org/the-holiday-spirit/) - In the spirit of the holidays, a Florida judge has presented a gift to 90-year-old Arnold Abbott. The elderly World War II veteran had been arrested and given several citations for violating an ordinance that prohibits feeding the homeless in public in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. But, now the judge has temporarily halted the ordinance. For - [A Season of Thanks and Giving](https://drmm.org/a-season-of-thanks-and-giving/) - What are you the most thankful for during this season of giving? Is it a roof over your head? Or family and friends who love you? Or perhaps you’re thankful for being healthy and able to make a good living. During this holiday season, we all should be appreciative of our blessings. So many people - [Putting our Veterans First](https://drmm.org/putting-our-veterans-first/) - This month is set aside to remember our nation’s veterans and salute them for the major sacrifices they have made for our freedom. Yet, too many of our veterans find it difficult to adjust to civilian life when they return home from military service. They need help coping with issues such as substance abuse, alcoholism, - [Housing the Homeless](https://drmm.org/housing-for-the-homeless/) - Winter is just around the corner, and I can’t help but think back to last winter and the harsh weather conditions we experienced. Extended periods of frigid temperatures and snowstorms paralyzed much of the country. It was truly a winter unlike any we’ve seen in a while. Here at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), - [Children Violence, Part 1: How to help them?](https://drmm.org/523-2/) - Sed a interdum ante. Integer vel libero viverra, venenatis nisi facilisis, fringilla urna. Curabitur a diam sit amet sapien rhoncus aliquet a eget ligula. - [Ebola's Toll](https://drmm.org/ebolas-toll/) - Not surprisingly, the first case of Ebola in the United States — and the patient’s subsequent death —is causing concern and fear across the country. To make matters worse, two nurses were infected after caring for the patient, Thomas Eric Duncan, in the hospital prior to his death. Of course, the disease has taken an - [We're America's Compassion Headquarters](https://drmm.org/were-americas-compassion-headquarters/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is set to mark its 105th year of changing lives for the homeless, hurting and hungry in metro-Detroit with free admission to DRMM's Transformation Ambassadors Inaugural event at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 17. The event will be held at DRMM's "Tab" Building, located at 138 Stimson St. in - [Poverty in America](https://drmm.org/poverty-in-america/) - There’s good news and bad news concerning poverty in America. New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows the share of people living in poverty last year dropped ever so slightly — by half a percentage point — to 14.5 percent. While that may not seem like much progress, it is the first time the - [Domestic Violence and Homelessness](https://drmm.org/domestic-violence-and-homelessness/) - As the National Football League continues to deal with the fallout from a series of domestic violence incidents involving players, the national spotlight is focusing on this terrible crime. The statistics are alarming. It has been reported that 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. An estimated 1.3 million women are - [Conyers chairs DRMM Transformation Ambassadors Inaugural, Oct 17](https://drmm.org/conyers-chairs-drmm-transformation-ambassadors-inaugural-oct-17/) - At 11am on Friday October 17, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) will formally pronounce and present its first-ever DRMM Transformation Ambassadors at The Tab, 138 Stimson Street Detroit, with the Dean of US Congress, Rep. John Conyers, as chair. - [Back to School](https://drmm.org/back-to-school/) - It’s back to school time for the nation’s students. And, for many children and teens, this is an exciting time of the year. They look forward to reconnecting with old friends and making new friends. Perhaps the summer break was starting to get a little boring, so they are anxious to get back to a - [DRMM receives a substantial grant as a result of the Dream Giveaway Promotions](https://drmm.org/drmm-receives-a-substantial-grant-as-a-result-of-the-dream-giveaway-promotions/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has been selected for the third consecutive year in a row to receive a grant from the Dream Giveaway Promotions. A substantial grant will be provided for the 2014-15 fiscal year, and will be used to help fund DRMM’s treatment programs. Specifically, DRMM will use the funding for its Christian - [DRMM Acquires Lighthouse Outreach Center and Expands its Emergency Food Services to Macomb County](https://drmm.org/drmm-acquires-lighthouse-outreach-center-and-expands-its-emergency-food-services-to-macomb-county-2/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is expanding its reach to feed the homeless and hungry in Macomb County. The faith-based, Detroit non-profit inked a deal today to take over the building and operations of the Lighthouse Outreach Center, located at 28571 Gratiot Avenue in Roseville. Effective immediately, DRMM will continue to operate the center - [DRMM to give free back-to-school supplies, food boxes](https://drmm.org/drmm-to-give-free-back-to-school-supplies-food-boxes/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries will be holding an event to help those in need in the community on Friday, August 29, 2014! As schools reopen for the 2014-2015 school year, DRMM be giving away school supplies and food boxes, including a fresh turkey, to metro Detroit school kids and their families in need. Last - [Homelessness in America Tweetfest, Aug 22 - 28](https://drmm.org/homelessness-in-america-tweetfest-aug-22-28/) - Worried about homelessness in America? Of course, you are! So, what if, in addition to the opportunity to win $250 cash prize if your tweet is selected as the best, you lend your very valuable voice to the important issue of adequately addressing homelessness across America? What: Twitter campaign against homelessness in America – - [Helping Your Neighbor](https://drmm.org/helping-your-neighbor/) - Recently, the Midwest and Northeast were hit with record-breaking rainstorms that dumped more than 6 inches of rain in one day on parts of southeastern Michigan and more than 13 inches on Long Island, New York. Freeways flooded and left hundreds of drivers stranded. Most had to abandon their cars in water so high that - [Life's Lessons for our Children](https://drmm.org/lifes-lessons-for-our-children/) - Often, we may think that our children are too preoccupied with the latest technology, toys and clothing to pay attention to what is happening in the communities around them. But that isn’t always the case. Take for instance 16-year-old Vivian Obia. She’s the high school student here in Detroit who started a movement of creating - [Hiring our Military Veterans](https://drmm.org/hiring-our-military-veterans/) - There’s a new move afoot to hire our nation’s military veterans. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s “Hiring our Heroes” initiative helps veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses find meaningful employment opportunities. NBC News joined the campaign; you may have seen their television PSAs promoting job fairs across the country. And, some companies have - [Caring People Do Exist](https://drmm.org/caring-people-do-exist/) - Make no mistake about it. There are still good people in this world. Take for instance, Juanita Vega of New York. She made headlines recently when she paid for the funeral of a homeless man whom she would always see in the neighborhood surrounding the Manhattan bank where she worked. Many mornings, Juanita had to - [Violence Against the Homeless](https://drmm.org/violence-against-the-homeless/) - Surviving on the streets has literally become a matter of life and death. Yet another report of senseless violence surfaced this week when a teen allegedly recorded himself attacking a homeless man at a Philadelphia-area trolley stop. The video was posted on Facebook and shows the teen exchanging a few words with the man and - [Feeding the Homeless](https://drmm.org/feeding-the-homeless/) - Feeding the homeless caused quite a controversy recently in Daytona Beach, Florida. A local law prohibits individuals from sharing food with homeless people in public places, but Debbie and Chico Jimenez chose to violate the law when they gave food to about 100 homeless people at a park. It’s something they have been doing for - [DRMM Graduation Ceremony](https://drmm.org/drmm-graduation-ceremony/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries will host its annual Graduation Ceremony for program residents who have successfully completed the DRMM program on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at 11 a.m. This year, we anticipate congratulating more than 400 graduates! Supporters, donors, and volunteers are invited to attend, witness the giving, and lend a hand. DRMM’s choir - [A New Beginning](https://drmm.org/a-new-beginning-2/) - We’ve entered the graduation season — a time filled with hope and dreams for the future. High school seniors are looking forward to attending college in the fall, and college graduates are anticipating landing their first “real” job. It’s also graduation time here at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM). More than 400 of our - [Amazon.com and DRMM Team Up to Raise Money!](https://drmm.org/amazon-com-and-drmm-team-up-to-raise-money/) - DRMM and Amazon.com have teamed up to raise money for the Mission! New in 2014 is the AmazonSmile program. A program operated by Amazon.com that offers the same services as the original Amazon. The difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products - [The Joy of the Easter Season](https://drmm.org/the-joy-of-the-easter-season/) - Easter signals the start of a season of renewal. Renewed hope and renewed joy. Jesus’ resurrection is the reason for the season, but we all can use it as a time to start over in our own lives. It is the perfect time to find your direction and meaning in life. Most of the people - [DRMM Prayer Breakfast Highlights](https://drmm.org/drmm-prayer-breakfast-highlights/) - The DRMM Spring Prayer Breakfast, held on April 3, 2014, was a huge success! We thank everyone who attended the event, as well as our guest speaker - Jeff Totten - chaplain to the Detroit Tigers - for delivering such a beautiful message about charity, commitment and the importance of connecting with those around us! - [Caring for our Veterans](https://drmm.org/caring-for-our-veterans/) - Have you thanked a veteran today? In this busy, “hurry-up” world that we live in, people may not take the time to regularly acknowledge the sacrifices of our military veterans who put their lives on the line for our country. Of course, there’s Memorial Day in May and Veteran’s Day in November that are set - [DRMM receives 4-star rating from Charity Navigator](https://drmm.org/drmm-receives-4-star-rating-from-charity-navigator/) - Charity Navigator, America's largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities, has awarded the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries with the prestigious 4-star rating for good governance, sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Charity Navigator works to help charitable givers make intelligent giving decisions by providing information on more than five thousand charities nationwide - [Staples Foundation awards DRMM funds to support Teen Moms](https://drmm.org/staples-foundation-awards-drmm-funds-to-support-teen-moms/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries received funding from the Staples Foundation to support its Teen Mothers program. The grant, which was awarded earlier this winter, will help support continued program operations, as well as help continue the provision of services that our teen mothers and their children receive. DRMM's Teen Mothers program aims to provide - [The Plight of Homeless Children](https://drmm.org/the-plight-of-homeless-children/) - Often, when people think of homelessness, they forget about the impact it has on children. The number of homeless students in this country is growing. According to the National Center for Homeless Education, homeless student enrollment has risen steadily since the recession hit in 2007. As of the 2011-12 school year, the number of homeless - [DRMM opens doors as warming center during bitter cold weather](https://drmm.org/drmm-opens-doors-as-warming-center-during-bitter-cold-weather/) - DRMM has been chosen by the City of Detroit as one of its preferred providers for warming center assistance for Detroit residents who are in need of a break from the winter chill. DRMM's emergency shelter, located at 3535 Third St. Detroit, MI 48201, will now also act as a warming center, and will provide - [DRMM welcomes Detroit Tigers' Chaplain](https://drmm.org/drmm-welcomes-detroit-tigers-chaplain/) - DRMM will host its first-ever Spring Prayer Breakfast, featuring the Detroit Tigers' Chaplain, Jeff Totten. The breakfast, which is open to all members of the public, is a opportunity for DRMM and its partner churches to come together, receive fellowship, and get an update on what is happening at DRMM. The event will host a - [Saluting Those who Have Made a Difference](https://drmm.org/saluting-those-who-have-made-a-difference/) - As we celebrate Black History Month, our minds turn to the African-American men and women who have enriched all of our lives with their accomplishments and contributions. They include the well-known — like Rosa Parks, Booker T. Washington, Sojourner Truth, and George Washington Carver — and the lesser known. Dr. Charles F. Whitten falls in - [Caught in Winter's Grip](https://drmm.org/caught-in-winters-grip/) - Winter is making history. Record-breaking snow and subzero temperatures and wind chills are affecting much of the country, including the South. All of us who have been caught in the grip of the wintry weather know how uncomfortable the biting cold feels. Your fingers and toes can begin to freeze in a matter of minutes. - [Dr. King's Dream](https://drmm.org/dr-kings-dream/) - As the nation prepares to celebrate what would have been the 85th birthday of civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I can’t help but wonder, “What would Dr. King think about our world today?” Dr. King’s sermons and speeches centered on his dream for equal rights for all. He envisioned a future where - [Paying it Forward](https://drmm.org/paying-it-forward/) - Recently, while reading a newspaper column about the importance of paying it forward, I was reminded of the following Bible verse: “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.” - Proverbs, 19:17 This verse is particularly meaningful at this time of the year. As families celebrate Christmas - [Giving Thanks This Holiday Season](https://drmm.org/giving-thanks-this-holiday-season/) - The popular holiday song, Give Love on Christmas Day, encourages people to “give more than just presents from a store” on Christmas. The lyrics state “No greater gift is there than love.” There is something else that also makes a great gift during the holiday season: Gratitude. Express your gratitude for good health, having a - [Detroit's Homeless Population](https://drmm.org/detroits-homeless-population/) - Detroit recently made history when its state-appointed emergency manager filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection, making it the largest city ever to file for bankruptcy. As Detroit works through this historic financial crisis, we also continue to attack homelessness in the city that I call home. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development just - [Children Hunger, Part 1: How to get involved](https://drmm.org/children-hunger-part-1-how-to-get-involved/) - Sed a interdum ante. Integer vel libero viverra, venenatis nisi facilisis, fringilla urna. Curabitur a diam sit amet sapien rhoncus aliquet a eget ligula. - [Children Hunger, Part 2: How to get involved](https://drmm.org/hello-world-2/) - Sed a interdum ante. Integer vel libero viverra, venenatis nisi facilisis, fringilla urna. Curabitur a diam sit amet sapien rhoncus aliquet a eget ligula. - [Children Violence, Part 2: How to help them?](https://drmm.org/children-violence-part-2-how-to-help-them/) - Sed a interdum ante. Integer vel libero viverra, venenatis nisi facilisis, fringilla urna. Curabitur a diam sit amet sapien rhoncus aliquet a eget ligula. - [Post Format: Quote](https://drmm.org/post-format-quote/) - Sed a interdum ante. Integer vel libero viverra, venenatis nisi facilisis, fringilla urna. 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The - [Government Shutdown Hurts Many](https://drmm.org/government-shutdown-hurts-many/) - The partial shutdown of the federal government is an unfortunate situation that has the potential of impacting many people. Not only have federal employees been furloughed, but non-profit organizations like ours, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), will soon feel the effects of the government shutdown. We depend heavily upon federal funding to pay for our - [Homeless Man's Honesty is a Lesson for All](https://drmm.org/homeless-mans-honesty-is-a-lesson-for-all/) - What would you do if you found $42,000 on the street? Now, be honest. Would you turn it in or would you take it and run? Everyone is talking about Glen James, the Boston homeless man who found a backpack filled with $42,000 in cash and traveler’s checks at a mall and turned it in - [Hope is in Full Bloom](https://drmm.org/hope-is-in-full-bloom/) - Harvest time in DRMM’s community garden! In partnership with Buckets of Rain, our urban garden, with 30,000 square feet of raised beds, is expected to yield more than 25,000 pounds of fresh produce. The vegetables grown here provide for DRMM clients, community residents, and local partnering agencies. Our long-term goal is to start a farmer’s - [Home Depot Partners with DRMM](https://drmm.org/home-depot-partners-with-drmm/) - The Home Depot Partners with DRMM to Provide Urgently Needed Appliances and Facility Upgrades Special thanks go out to The Home Depot for the donation of four new washers and four new dryers for use in our Veterans’ transitional housing facility. In addition to the donation of appliances, The Home Depot has graciously pledged to - [Governor Presents Award to DRMM](https://drmm.org/governor-presents-award-to-drmm/) - Governor Snyder presents DRMM with The Outstanding Volunteer Program Award! 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Forest in Detroit. - [Gratitude to 57,000 Saints](https://drmm.org/gratitude-to-57000-saints/) - When I tell people I meet that I work for an organization that provides 3,500 meals to hungry people and beds for over 1,500 homeless men, women and children each day, I am often humbled by their response. They thank me for the work I am doing and treat me like I am a saint. - [Singer's Angelic Voice Silenced](https://drmm.org/singers-angelic-voice-silenced/) - Music lovers all over the world were stunned over the weekend when news broke of the tragic, untimely death of legendary singer Whitney Houston. While the official cause of death is still pending, it appears the 48-year-old Ms. Houston may have lost her battle against the demon that had overwhelmed her life for the past - [Homeless and Hungry During the Holidays](https://drmm.org/homeless-and-hungry-during-the-holidays/) - Throughout the holiday season, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) expects to serve more than 350,000 nutritious meals to the people in our programs and the hungry throughout Metro Detroit. That is a lot of food. But this is the time of the year when we see a marked increase in the number of men, - [A Safe Haven for Veterans](https://drmm.org/a-safe-haven-for-veterans/) - Today is Veterans Day and the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) salutes the men and women who put their lives on the line for our country's freedom. Last month, we advanced our efforts to serve Greater Detroit’s homeless and disadvantaged veterans population by celebrating the grand opening of a $1.4 million transitional housing center for homeless veterans - [Homeless Pageant Contestant Holds on to her Dreams](https://drmm.org/homeless-pageant-contestant-holds-on-to-her-dreams/) - You may have heard about the reigning Miss Colorado USA 2011, who is currently homeless due to a series of unfortunate circumstances. Twenty-three year-old Blair Griffith is living her dream as a pageant winner, but she’s also facing life’s challenges like so many other disadvantaged people in this country. Blair lost perhaps her biggest supporter - [Protect the Working Poor](https://drmm.org/protect-the-working-poor/) - One of the by-products of the nation’s economic downturn is a marked increase in the number of working poor — or working homeless — across this country. These are people who have full-time jobs, yet can’t afford to rent, buy or maintain a home. They come to agencies like ours, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries - [Weathering the Cold](https://drmm.org/weathering-the-cold/) - It has been a particularly cold and snowy winter here in Michigan and other parts of the country. On more than one occasion, the temperatures have dipped into the single digits with wind chills hovering at zero or below. And the snow continues to pile up as we get hit with snowstorm after snowstorm. As - [State of Homelessness](https://drmm.org/state-of-homelessness/) - A new report on the State of Homelessness in America 2011 shows the nation’s recession is continuing to have an impact on the number of people who have nowhere to call home. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, there was a three percent increase in the country’s homeless population from 2008 to 2009. - [Help for Military Families](https://drmm.org/help-for-military-families/) - President Obama has pledged increased support for the families of U.S. military members. Earlier this week, the president released a detailed report outlining fifty specific commitments that address a variety of issues ranging from homelessness to mental health to spousal employment. It is a government-wide effort involving all cabinet agencies. It’s great to see President - [Fame, Fortune & The Homeless](https://drmm.org/fame-fortune-the-homeless/) - There’s word of another homeless individual who has been suddenly cast into the media spotlight. I’ve written in this space before about Ted Williams, the formerly homeless man who was courted by numerous companies as a voiceover talent after a video highlighting his “golden voice” went viral on the Internet. Now, a homeless man has won - [Counting the Homeless](https://drmm.org/counting-the-homeless/) - Later this month, the nation’s homeless population will be counted in a mass effort required every two years by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Called the “Point-in-Time Count,” volunteer teams will fan out after dark in cities across the country to locate, interview and count the homeless who are living in - [The Man with the Golden Voice](https://drmm.org/the-man-with-the-golden-voice/) - By now, you’ve probably heard about the man in Ohio dubbed as the “homeless man with the golden voice.” Fifty-three-year-old Ted Williams had been homeless for a decade due to drug and alcohol problems. Today, he is two years sober, but has not been able to break out of the cycle of homelessness. That is - [A New Year of Possibilities](https://drmm.org/a-new-year-of-possibilities/) - 2011 is here. We are entering the New Year with a lot of hope. Hope that the economy will continue to improve in 2011. Hope that the homeless, hungry and hurting will follow God’s path to a better future. And hope that more people will reach out and support the efforts of agencies like the - [A Holiday Tragedy](https://drmm.org/a-holiday-tragedy/) - You may have heard about the tragedy that unfolded in New Orleans, Louisiana over this holiday season. Eight young homeless people died in a fire at an abandoned wood-framed warehouse. They had sought shelter from the unusually cold weather and began burning trash and wood to stay warm. The fire raged out of control, trapping - [An International Connection](https://drmm.org/an-international-connection/) - I recently returned from Beirut, Lebanon, where I participated as a trainer in a three-day international conference on “Capacity Building” for 40 Lebanese non-profit agencies. Nearly 200 people attended the seminar, representing civil society, military and security forces, religious clerks, and the Modern University for Business & Science (M.U.B.S.) Board of Trustees and staff. What - [Cold Weather Survival](https://drmm.org/cold-weather-survival/) - In many parts of the country, like here in Detroit, snow has started to fall. The extended weather forecast calls for temperatures hovering around the freezing mark. It is December, so we expect as much. But while many of us can dial up the heat in our homes or start a fire in the fireplace - [Homelessness Awareness Week](https://drmm.org/homelessness-awareness-week/) - As the country commemorates National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, there is a renewed call to fight poverty. It’s appropriate that this observation occurs each year just before Thanksgiving, a time when people think about what they are thankful for and a time when more people reach out to the disadvantaged to provide them with - [A Commitment to our Veterans](https://drmm.org/a-commitment-to-our-veterans/) - As the nation pauses this week to acknowledge and celebrate our veterans, I’d like to encourage everyone to make a commitment to help put an end to homelessness among veterans. Sadly, many of the men and women who risked their lives for our freedom are now faced with perhaps the biggest battle of their lives. - [Homeless for the Holidays](https://drmm.org/homeless-for-the-holidays-2/) - Now that Halloween has passed, many people are getting into a “holiday state of mind.” Christmas lights and decorations are already erected in some neighborhoods and retail stores have their holiday merchandise on display. You may be starting to plan your holiday meals and parties. And you may be starting to panic, realizing we only - [Homeless Flock to Ann Arbor](https://drmm.org/homeless-flock-to-ann-arbor/) - A recent Detroit News report stated that Ann Arbor, Michigan is dealing with an influx of homeless people who have come to the city for refuge over the past several years. The increase is being attributed to Ann Arbor’s longtime reputation for being a city that embraces the poor. There are numerous social service agencies - [World Homeless Day](https://drmm.org/world-homeless-day/) - October 10, 2010 was a special day on the calendar because it denoted the one time that we can refer to: 10/10/10. There was much fanfare and media coverage about the date, as thousands of couples got married on what is believed to be a lucky day. But there was something else happening on 10/10/10 - [Punished for Helping the Homeless](https://drmm.org/punished-for-helping-the-homeless/) - There was an article published recently on Foxsports.com that left me in disbelief. It stated that a high school coach in the Orlando, Florida area was suspended for housing one of his homeless student football players. According to the Orlando Sentinel and wftv.com, the coach moved the player in with him. However, the school considered - [Poverty Rate Increases](https://drmm.org/poverty-rate-increases/) - On the heels of a national report showing a rise in the number of homeless families in this country, we now get word that the U.S. poverty rate increased 14.3% in 2009 from the year before. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 4 million additional people were classified as below the poverty line - [Homeless Families on the Rise](https://drmm.org/homeless-families-on-the-rise/) - Recently, I wrote about the U.S. government’s new comprehensive plan to end homelessness among veterans, children, youth and families. Now comes word from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that the number of families staying in homeless shelters increased by nearly 40,000 from 2007 to 2009. The total number of homeless families - [A National Plan to Help the Homeless](https://drmm.org/a-national-plan-to-help-the-homeless/) - According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), an estimated 1.5 million people experienced homelessness last year in this country. This summer, President Barack Obama laid the groundwork for helping America’s homeless veterans and families with young children when the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness announced the nation’s first-ever comprehensive plan - [Making a Difference in Thousands of Lives](https://drmm.org/making-a-difference-in-thousands-of-lives/) - Last month, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) celebrated our 101st anniversary with an inspirational event featuring emotional testimonials from our clients, a delicious dinner prepared and served by DRMM clients in our culinary arts program, and music performed by our clients. Since 1909, DRMM has provided services to tens of thousands of people in - [Crimes Against the Homeless](https://drmm.org/crimes-against-the-homeless/) - Last week, a jury in Pennsylvania found a man guilty in the stabbing death of a homeless man during a robbery. He faces mandatory life in prison with no parole. A 2009 report by the National Coalition for the Homeless showed an alarming increase in violent incidents against the homeless over the past decade. At - [A Century of Service](https://drmm.org/a-century-of-service/) - One hundred years is a long time to be in business or serve others. The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is proud to celebrate its 101st anniversary this year. Out of curiosity, I decided to research some of the other businesses and nonprofits that have been around for a century or more and what they - [Summer is Just Another Season for the Homeless](https://drmm.org/summer-is-just-another-season-for-the-homeless/) - It’s August and most of us are still hoping for several more weeks of warm temperatures and soothing sunshine, because summer never seems to last long enough. While we are enjoying the weather, flowers, and vacations, there is a group of people who are not able to bask in the good feelings associated with summertime. - [Counting on the Community](https://drmm.org/counting-on-the-community/) - As President of the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), I depend heavily upon the assistance of the community with the work that we do for the homeless and disadvantaged. Frankly, we couldn’t perform our life-changing work without our volunteers, donors, and supporters. We are proud to count more than 50,000 donors and 120 faith-based institutions - [Charging Rent to the Homeless](https://drmm.org/charging-rent-to-the-homeless/) - A recent declaration in New York is stirring up quite a bit of controversy. The City has begun to enforce a 13-year-old state law that requires homeless people with jobs to pay rent to stay in city shelters. According to a state official, the amount will not exceed 50 percent of the individual’s or families’ - [A Recipe for Hope](https://drmm.org/a-recipe-for-hope/) - We all can appreciate good food. And the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is hoping to attract plenty of hungry diners at our new teaching restaurant named Cornerstone Bistro, located in Highland Park, Michigan. Recently, we gave our friends and supporters a sneak peek of the upscale restaurant, which is scheduled to open to the - [Make the Homeless Count](https://drmm.org/make-the-homeless-count/) - By now, you have probably received your 2010 U.S. Census form in the mail. And as I wrote in an earlier blog, one of the big challenges this year is to count the nation’s homeless. The U.S. Census Bureau is holding a homeless count program called “Make the Homeless Count,” on March 29 through 31. - [From Foreclosure to Homelessness](https://drmm.org/from-foreclosure-to-homelessness/) - This country has never seen anything like it before. The rate of home foreclosures in the nation has skyrocketed to record highs. This increase in foreclosures is resulting in more homeless families. Some of the displaced move in with relatives or friends and some take up residence in hotels, motels and other transitional housing. Others - [Homeless in the Suburbs](https://drmm.org/homeless-in-the-suburbs/) - When people think of homelessness, they often tend to equate it to large, urban cities with a diverse population. However, that’s not always the case. The Associated Press (AP) recently reported on the steady increase of homelessness among suburbanites and rural residents. Shelters are packed with people affected by foreclosures and a lack of affordable - [Haiti Still Needs Help](https://drmm.org/haiti-still-needs-help/) - Recently I wrote about the urgent needs of Haiti’s citizens after a deadly earthquake devastated the impoverished country, leaving hundreds of thousands homeless. Today, nearly a month after the quake, a lot still needs to be done to provide shelter, food and medical care for people who saw their homes literally crumble all around them. - [Looking Past Homelessness](https://drmm.org/looking-past-homelessness/) - Isn’t it interesting how some people can leave a lasting impression on so many others? Two recent stories remind me that regardless of a person’s social background or economic standing, it’s the human spirit inside that truly makes a difference. Guy Myers of Sunnyvale, California was better known as “Guitar Man.” He was homeless, yet - [Haiti's Homeless](https://drmm.org/haitis-homeless/) - The deadly earthquake that devastated Haiti has left more than one million people homeless. As the people of Haiti try to cope with the massive loss of life, they must also struggle with the fact that so many of them have no where to live. Makeshift homes and refugee camps can be found throughout the - [A Cold Weather Crisis for the Homeless](https://drmm.org/a-cold-weather-crisis-for-the-homeless/) - Much of the United States — and parts of the world — are in the midst of a severe cold snap. Here in Detroit, temperatures have dipped into the single digits, while the East Coast is grappling with major snowstorms. Even parts of India are experiencing unusual near-freezing weather. Normally, winters are short and mild - [Making the Holidays Brighter](https://drmm.org/making-the-holidays-brighter/) - As President/CEO of the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), it was my pleasure to host our annual holiday party recently for hundreds of disadvantaged children and adults. It made my day to see the smiles on the faces of the kids and to hear the sincere gratitude from the grown-ups. The holiday gathering gave everyone - [Counting the Homeless in the 2010 Census](https://drmm.org/counting-the-homeless-in-the-2010-census/) - The 2010 U.S. Census is shaping up to be the biggest and most comprehensive effort ever in our history. An estimated 140,000 Census workers and 145 million housing units will be involved in the count that takes place every ten years and is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. There’s something new in the 2010 Census. - [Homeless Doll: What Message Does it Send?](https://drmm.org/homeless-doll-what-message-does-it-send/) - As we entered the busy holiday shopping season, a controversy arose over a new doll that supposedly represents a homeless child. The very popular American Girl brand released a limited-edition doll named “Gwen” whose background story focuses on a father who walked out, leaving Gwen and her mother to fend for themselves. There are thousands - [Attacks on the Homeless](https://drmm.org/attacks-on-the-homeless/) - There have been some very disturbing stories in the news recently about attacks on the homeless. In some cases, this senseless brutality has resulted in deaths. And just as disturbing is the fact that many of the incidents involve young people. For example, two Michigan teens — both 15 years old — were recently sentenced - [Honoring our Seniors](https://drmm.org/honoring-our-seniors/) - A recent news story revealed that more senior citizens than ever are showing up at soup kitchens across the country. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports an increase of 81 percent last year in the number of seniors living alone who sought help from food pantries, compared to two years earlier. Catholic Charities USA, which - [Homeless for the Holidays](https://drmm.org/homeless-for-the-holidays/) - As we enter the joyous holiday season, I implore all of you who are reading this to include the homeless and disadvantaged in your thoughts and prayers. Imagine what it is like not to have family and friends to spend the holidays with, or a warm house to call your own. Tens of thousands of - [A New Beginning](https://drmm.org/a-new-beginning/) - This summer, I was proud to witness a “New Beginning” for nearly 400 people graduating from the recovery programs at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM). And what a celebration it was! The graduates were formerly homeless, addicted or disadvantaged and had remained drug- and alcohol-free for at least 90 days. Some of the graduates - [Free to Choose?](https://drmm.org/free-to-choose/) - Over time, the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) has been subjected to attack for many reasons. First, because we believe in God and secondly, because of our success helping people in our community. The third reason is because we don't ask people in our programs for anything in return, except that they become good citizens and productive members - [Have you Thanked a Soldier Today?](https://drmm.org/have-you-thanked-a-solider-today/) - Every year around Memorial Day when our country salutes its armed forces, I think about the unfortunate struggles that many war veterans face upon returning from duty. Especially with the recent economic downturn, veterans in need of assistance are in a more precarious position than before. Recently, Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm and state lawmakers cut - [Helping Each Other](https://drmm.org/helping-each-other/) - Here in Detroit, we’re doing something unique and innovative. And I believe it can work in any city or town. The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) has partnered with another local non-profit organization, Think Detroit PAL (Police Athletic League), to help each other —and the City of Detroit — this summer. Think Detroit PAL is - [Assisting the Homeless](https://drmm.org/assisting-the-homeless/) - Here’s an interesting question: If you had $15.2 million to help the homeless, how would you spend it? That’s the question being posed by the City of Detroit Planning and Development Department to local non-profit organizations and residents. The city plans to use the funds to establish a Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) - [Being Good Neighbors](https://drmm.org/being-good-neighbors/) - The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) has several facilities in the Detroit area that reach out to as many of the community’s homeless and disadvantaged as possible. Everything that we accomplish is due to the assistance and prayer of the people, businesses and organizations in the area. Without that support, DRMM would not be as - [Mental Illness and Homelessness](https://drmm.org/mental-illness-and-homelessness/) - A 2007 survey of 23 cities — conducted by the U.S. Conference of Mayors — revealed 30% of the homeless population have a mental illness. According to the Detroit Department of Health and Wellness Promotion, approximately 60% of chronically homeless people in the Detroit area have underlying issues of mental illness and/or substance abuse. Mental - [A Tent City in 2009](https://drmm.org/a-tent-city-in-2009/) - In a recent blog, I mentioned the “tent city” in Sacramento, which has come to represent a particularly disturbing reality of our depressed economy. At last count, about 150 homeless people have set up tents along the banks of the American River. Now comes word that California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is pledging to find state - [Helping Others](https://drmm.org/helping-others/) - Think about the last time you helped someone out. How did it make you — and the other person — feel? Chances are you experienced the satisfaction of doing something worthwhile and the person you helped was greatly appreciative. The willingness to help others is a wonderful quality. God praises those who lend a helping - [Children on the Streets](https://drmm.org/children-on-the-streets/) - You’ve heard the saying, “Children are our future,” but it’s getting increasingly difficult for kids to get the proper education and home life needed to become successful. In fact, many don’t even have a place to call home. A recent report from the National Center on Family Homelessness shows one of every 50 children in - [President Obama Helps the Homeless](https://drmm.org/president-obama-helps-the-homeless/) - President Barack Obama's administration has already made moves to help the nation’s homeless. Last month, the President awarded nearly $1.6 billion in homeless grants to thousands of local housing and service programs across the nation. The funds, administered through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum of Care programs, will help hundreds - [Overcoming Drug Addiction](https://drmm.org/overcoming-drug-addiction/) - We all know that drug addiction can lead to homelessness and a multitude of other afflictions. Substance abuse can rob a person of his or her health, mental capacity, lifestyle and hopes for the future. At Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), we provide substance abuse treatment to thousands of people from various walks of life. - [Supporting the Homeless](https://drmm.org/supporting-the-homeless/) - In many cases, the homeless and disadvantaged are not looking for a “handout,” but rather a “hand up.” They simply need a helping hand and spiritual nourishment to get back on their feet and stay the course. That’s why supportive housing and services are so important. The homeless need physical and moral support, as well - [TV vs. Reality](https://drmm.org/tv-vs-reality/) - When you think of the homeless, what comes to mind? Do you picture a poorly dressed, unshaven man standing on the corner holding a sign that reads, “Hungry – Please Help,” and gripping a plastic cup containing donated dollars and coins? Do you picture a woman lurking in a dark alley next to a dumpster - [Stimulating the Economy](https://drmm.org/stimulating-the-economy/) - President Barack Obama’s economic stimulus package is currently being debated and revised on Capitol Hill. The projected $827 billion package is a wide-ranging plan that offers some financial assistance to the nation’s homeless. Although a final bill is still a little ways off, one version of the package included $1.5 billion to help alleviate homelessness. - [Homelessness on the Rise](https://drmm.org/homelessness-on-the-rise/) - Recently, I blogged about the current economic environment and how it has led to a decrease in donations to non-profits, while the demand for services offered by non-profits is steadily increasing. This trend was echoed in a recent national report by MSNBC.com. The story titled, “Homelessness surges as funding falters,” documented how reduced funding for - [Everyone Counts](https://drmm.org/everyone-counts/) - On January 28th, teams of volunteers fanned out across the country to count the homeless. In 2007, there were 671,888 homeless people across America. With the depressed economy, it's likely that this year’s final count will top the last census. Philip F. Mangano, executive director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, told the - [Surviving the "Golden Years"](https://drmm.org/surviving-the-golden-years/) - There’s a particularly disturbing news story coming out of Michigan. A 93-year-old man froze to death in his home just days after the municipal power company installed a “limiter” device that restricted the man’s use of electricity, because he owed more than $1,000. The device limits power to the home and shuts off the electricity - [Centennial Celebration](https://drmm.org/centennial-celebration/) - Without a doubt, 100 years is a long time. Some people are fortunate to live that long. Some businesses survive 100 years of ups and downs. General Motors recently celebrated its 100th birthday and Ford Motor Company marked the 100th anniversary of its Model T, an invention that put the world on wheels. The Detroit - [The Power of Prayer](https://drmm.org/the-power-of-prayer/) - “Which of you who has a friend will go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves, for a friend of mine has arrived on a journey, and I have nothing to set before him’... And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you - [Fighting Poverty](https://drmm.org/fighting-poverty/) - The fight against poverty in the United States has a new proponent — President Barack Obama. Not only is his presidency an historic occasion, but he also brings his own blueprint for change. At the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), we see firsthand the impact poverty has on individuals and families. It is heartbreaking to - [Donations Down, Needs Rise](https://drmm.org/donations-down-needs-rise/) - The current economic crisis is taking a toll on us all, and it has really impacted the non-profit world. At the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), it is our mission to help support those individuals who are greatly affected by these challenging times. But as needs rise, donations decline. Just about everyone is cutting back - [Hope for 2009](https://drmm.org/hope-for-2009/) - The New Year typically brings new hope. We feel as though we are embarking on a new beginning. We can wipe the slate clean and start over again. There’s a lot to hope and pray for in 2009. Number one on my wish list is a positive economic outlook. The magnitude and impact of the - [Medical Help for the Homeless](https://drmm.org/medical-help-for-the-homeless/) - What happens when you’re homeless and need medical attention? In most cases, the uninsured and underinsured do not receive the medical treatment they deserve, just like anyone else. Well, we’re doing something about that here in Detroit. The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) has partnered with S.A.Y. Detroit (Super All Year Detroit) — a non-profit - [Keeping Dignity Intact](https://drmm.org/keeping-dignity-intact/) - I firmly believe that all people should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their social and economic status or circumstances. Unfortunately, too often, the nation’s homeless do not receive equal treatment. They face discrimination and receive scornful stares. Many times, they’re treated like second-class citizens. This only helps to increase feelings of isolation - [Help Wanted: Managers with a Business Mind & Servant Heart](https://drmm.org/help-wanted-managers-with-a-business-mind-servant-heart/) - We need to talk. The responsibilities of managers of non-profits have changed drastically. In earlier generations, the typical non-profit manager was judged by and guided in daily decisions by the kindness of his or her heart. Today, that is still a baseline requirement. However, in addition, the non-profit manager must be able to comply with - [The Forgotten Vote](https://drmm.org/the-forgotten-vote/) - As we approach one of the most significant presidential elections in our history, it’s important that everyone has the right to vote. That includes the homeless and poor. Having no home or money should not hinder a person from casting a vote for an administration that will undoubtedly have a huge impact on his or - [We All Count](https://drmm.org/we-all-count/) - “Every Person Counts.” That statement is so very true. Especially when we think about the tens of thousands of homeless people living in the Detroit area. They count too. In fact, “Every Person Counts” is the name of a citywide campaign to literally count the homeless. The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), Homeless Action Network - [100 Years of Helping the Homeless](https://drmm.org/100-years-of-helping-the-homeless/) - It’s hard to believe, but next year is the 100th anniversary of the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM). That means a lot to us. We have been servicing the Detroit-area community for a very long time and are quite proud of our accomplishments and thousands of success stories throughout the years. On a daily basis, - [The Changing Needs of the Homeless](https://drmm.org/the-changing-needs-of-the-homeless/) - Everyone knows the basic services provided by most homeless shelters: a place to sleep, nourishing meals, clean clothes and a hot shower. But today there is a need to expand those services to provide many more opportunities for the growing number of disadvantaged people looking for another chance in life. As far back as the - [Surviving Tough Times](https://drmm.org/surviving-tough-times/) - We are all connected. Anything that affects one of us affects each of us. Given that, we know that times are tough for a lot of us today. Have you found yourself trading sympathetic glances or talking about the state of the nation or world with strangers at the next gas pump? Have you asked - [The Importance of Volunteering](https://drmm.org/the-importance-of-volunteering/) - Muhammad Ali, the former heavyweight champion of the world, described the importance of volunteering as, “Service to others is the payment you make for your space here on Earth.” A person who unselfishly donates his or her time and resources in helping their fellow man is fulfilling a commitment to God. Given that Michigan — - [A Life Graduation](https://drmm.org/a-life-graduation/) - This is the time of year when families everywhere are celebrating graduations. It marks an important time in a person’s life. He or she is ready for the next big step in their academic or professional careers. But there are many other types of milestones that a graduation can commemorate. Recently, the Detroit Rescue Mission - [Providing Hope for Teen Mothers](https://drmm.org/providing-hope-for-teen-mothers/) - It sounds callous, but every day dozens of teenage girls are kicked out of their parents’ homes because they are pregnant. Suddenly these young girls not only must confront the medical concerns associated with bringing a new life into the world, but they also must find shelter, food and overall care — alone. This is - [We're in This Together](https://drmm.org/were-in-this-together/) - These are challenging times for those who love and claim Detroit as their home. Businesses find themselves having to defend the reputation and prospects of the City and its leadership. People who live and work in the area find themselves the focus of concerned inquiries or derisive jests from friends and relatives in other parts - [Finding a Common Bond](https://drmm.org/finding-a-common-bond/) - During these tough economic times, we tend to worry about our own misfortunes. We worry about whether we will have enough money to cover daily expenses or whether we can continue to enjoy our favorite pastimes. Unfortunately, we often forget about others whose misfortunes are much greater than our own, such as the homeless man - [Overcoming Alcoholism and Reclaiming Your Life](https://drmm.org/overcoming-alcholism-and-reclaiming-your-life/) - Alcoholism is a disease just like diabetes or hypertension or heart disease. Medically, it’s known as “alcohol dependence syndrome.” It begins with binge drinking and alcohol abuse and often becomes life-threatening. Many of the people we service at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) have struggled for years with alcoholism. In most cases, their addiction - [The Innocent Victims of Homelessness](https://drmm.org/the-innocent-victims-of-homelessness/) - Imagine being a child, doing all of the things that children enjoy ─ going to school, making friends, playing in the schoolyard ─ but with one big difference: you have no place to call home. Sounds like an incredibly sad situation, doesn’t it? Well, that is the reality for thousands of children and youths across - [Saluting our Veterans](https://drmm.org/saluting-our-veterans/) - With Memorial Day approaching, we turn our thoughts to warmer weather, vacations and remembering the men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. It’s important that our military veterans who did make it home from war know that we care about them and their future. Sadly, veterans make up an estimated 25% of - [Lending Hands, Mending Lives](https://drmm.org/lending-hands-mending-lives/) - Drug and alcohol addiction, hard economic times, mental illness and prison releases are just some of the many reasons that cause a growing number of people to find themselves with no place to live. Some seek help at the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) and other shelters, but others find refuge in abandoned homes, underneath - [Let Kids Experience Life](https://drmm.org/let-kids-experience-life/) - The song “Greatest Love of All” begins with “I believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way.” It’s so important that children get an opportunity to develop successful personal and professional lives so that they can become our future leaders. But they need guidance to achieve their goals. - [Building Futures, Restoring Hope](https://drmm.org/building-futures-restoring-hope/) - For some people, having the ability to afford the necessities of life can be a hard road to conquer. Especially during a transitional stage in life when you’re trying to make all the pieces fit. The homeless people that enter the doors of the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) need help regaining their independence. The - [The Many Faces of the Homeless](https://drmm.org/the-many-faces-of-the-homeless/) - As Michigan and the nation experience a slumping economy, the face of homelessness is rapidly changing. Long held images of a bearded, dirty panhandler have been replaced with a new reality: laid-off employees and working families living on the streets. Yes, today we see a variety of people who have found themselves with no place - [Residency Rule Jeopardizes Funding](https://drmm.org/residency-rule-jeopardizes-funding/) - The Detroit City Council has decided to postpone the start of a new policy that denies federal Community Development Block Grants and Neighborhood Opportunity Funds to Detroit nonprofit groups whose boards are not made up of at least 51% Detroit residents. The residency requirement will now be revisited by council for next year’s block grant - [Giving Former Inmates Another Chance](https://drmm.org/giving-former-inmates-another-chance/) - We’ve all heard the saying, “Everyone deserves another chance.” That’s what some former Michigan inmates are getting through a program called “Michigan Prisoner ReEntry Initiative (MPRI).” Parolees and prisoners who will be released without supervision are placed in the program prior to leaving prison or jail. They get assistance on how to successfully transition back - [Women Getting a Fresh Start](https://drmm.org/women-getting-a-fresh-start/) - Prostitution is often referred to as a “non-violent” or “victimless” crime. But the primary victim is the woman who sells her body ─ usually for drugs, alcohol or to just plain survive on the streets. However, lifestyles can be changed. The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is involved in a groundbreaking rehab program for habitual, - [Coming Back, Giving Back](https://drmm.org/coming-back-giving-back/) - What can happen when you give someone who has failed ─ sometimes in a big way ─ a chance to be trusted again with the responsibility to serve others? I’d like to tell you about some volunteers who have gone through substance abuse treatment and housing programs for the homeless at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries ## Pages - [Home Page](https://drmm.org/) - Rebuilding our community, one life at a time The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has been serving Detroit’s homeless and addicted communities since 1909, and it's one of the largest housing and treatment providers in the Detroit Metro area. Your Support in Action The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is dedicated to helping individuals not just survive, - [Annual Easter and Backpack Distribution](https://drmm.org/get-involved/easter-and-backpack-distribution/) - Other WAYS to Get INvolved DRMM’s Annual Easter Basket Giveaway At Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM), every holiday is an opportunity to share hope, joy, and tangible support with families in need across our community. This Easter season, we are preparing for our Annual Easter Basket Giveaway, and we invite you to be part of the blessing. - [TV Station QR Campaign - Goal Page](https://drmm.org/tv26/) - Helping Those in Need in the Detroit Area Your critical support right now is helping over 2,500 men, women and children in the Detroit community who are in desperate need. And right now this is especially important as we continue to see more people each day facing poverty or homelessness. None of this can be - [Adopt a Family Program](https://drmm.org/get-involved/adopt-a-family-program/) - Services Annual Adopt a Family Program Application Period: August 5 - September 5. Do you or someone you know in the Metro Detroit area need a little extra help this holiday season? The Adopt A Family Program is here to assist! We invite you to nominate yourself or a family in need for holiday support. - [Employment Opportunities](https://drmm.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/) - Employment Opportunities Join us in making a difference and impacting lives! Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. With paid time and full benefits, you’ll have the opportunity to help the homeless community and make a positive impact in Detroit. Our success is in large part due to its commitment - [Support Services](https://drmm.org/services/support-services/) - SUPPORT SERVICES Feeding For residents who receive shelter and stay overnight, DRMM provides meals and the opportunity to shower and receive new clothing items. A healthy, nourishing meal could be the first step towards long-term recovery, and a healthier, stable life. We also offer the only food bank in Macomb County. Facilities Campus: Detroit Rescue Mission - [Testimonials](https://drmm.org/testimonials/) - Testimonials Get a glimpse into the great work Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries is doing and hear the testimonies of the people whose lives we have changed, thanks to our supporters. Featured Stories The Latest News - [Join Our Team](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/join-our-team/) - immediate IMPACT. eternal IMPACT. Join Our Team We’re Hiring Summer 2026 Camp Counselors! 🌞 Wildwood Ranch in Howell, MI is now hiring camp counselors for Summer 2026! We’re looking for enthusiastic, responsible, and fun-loving team members to help make this summer unforgettable for our campers. 🏕️👟 As a camp counselor, you’ll: Supervise and lead groups of campers - [Leadership Camp](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/leadership-camp/) - Leaders and Wranglers in Training Leadership Camps June 14-19, 2026 Leadership training for serious christians wanting to learn "servant leadership". Returning LIT/WIT? Click here -> Leadership Camp FAQ What is L.I.T./W.I.T.? Leaders in training/Wranglers in Training (LIT/WIT) is not a normal week of overnight summer camp! It’s an intensive six-day leadership camp at Wildwood Ranch designed for spiritually - [Horse Camps & Lessons](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/horse-camps-lessons/) - WHERE ADVENTURE BEGINS Horsemanship Overview Wildwood Ranch uses the Certified Horsemanship Association riding program which aims to teach students horse care and management, along with new riding skills. Check out our horsemanship program offerings! DAY horse CAMPS AGES 9-17 Overnight horse CAMPS AGES 8-15 Horse Lessons AGES 10+ Day Camp Horsin' Around Day Camp AGES - [Overnight Camps](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/overnight-camps/) - Adventure awaits Overnight Camp Options Launch (8-10 year olds) Shockwave (11-12 year olds) Revolution (13-15 year olds) Note: Camps are based on your child’s age at the end of the current calendar year. For example, a 10-year-old turning 11 in December qualifies for the Shockwave full-day program. Launch (8-10 years old) This camp is a - [Day Camps](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/day-camps/) - Adventure awaits Day Camp Overview Available weekly from June 1 – August 7, 2026 Day Camp is from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday, with early and late care options available. We also now offer a 3 Day Program for the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Day Camp Options Guides (5-8 year olds) Trailblazers (9-12 - [In the Community (Specialized Programs)](https://drmm.org/services/in-the-community/) - In the Community (Specialized Programs) Veteran Services DRMM has housing prioritized for Veterans at our 211 Glendale location in Highland Park. The new apartments include kitchenettes, upgraded fixtures and renovated common areas that will meet the needs of veterans to serve as permanent, sustainable housing. DRMM offers a monthly Veterans’ Food Pantry in collaboration with - [Events](https://drmm.org/about-us/events/) - Events Stay connected with what’s happening at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries! - [Locations](https://drmm.org/about-us/locations/) - Locations Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries serves communities across five counties in Michigan — Wayne, Macomb, Livingston, St. Clair, and Ingham — offering services through a wide network of shelters, treatment centers, food banks, and outreach programs. Detroit Rescue Mission MinistriesAdministrative Offices150 Stimson StreetDetroit, MI 48201313-993-4700info@drmm.org Christian Guidance Center (CGC)Detox Center and Treatment Facility (All Male and - [Adopt a Family](https://drmm.org/get-involved/adopt-a-family/) - Other WAYS to Get INvolved Annual Adopt a Family Thank you for your interest in this year’s DRMM Christmas Adopt-A-Family program!! We are so thankful and truly grateful for your willingness to help support those in need for the holiday season and we cannot thank you enough! Last year, through the generosity of individuals, families, - [DRM-0828 - Dr Audi TY Video](https://drmm.org/dr-audi-ty-video/) - Thank you! Over the past few weeks, through the 3X Matching Grant, people like you helped meet the needs and spread the word all around Detroit. My heart is so full, and I am so thankful to each of you for your support. May God bless you abundantly in the new year ahead,Chad Audi, Ph.D.President - [Thanksgiving Food Drive](https://drmm.org/get-involved/thanksgiving-food-drive/) - Other WAYS to Get INvolved DRMM Thanksgiving Food Drive: November 1–17 Thanksgiving is approaching and the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM) is inviting the community to help ensure that families facing food insecurity have a meal to be thankful for. From November 1–17, we’re hosting a Food Drive to support DRMM’s Lighthouse Food Bank in - [DRM-0828 Dec '25 Campaign](https://drmm.org/december-2025/) - Change Lives—with a $2.47 Christmas Meal For those facing hunger, hurt, and homelessness this Christmas, your gift today is a beacon of hope. Every gift of a meal welcomes a neighbor in need with open arms, and it’s often the first step in changing lives. Please give generously so we can provide for the men - [Housing Services](https://drmm.org/services/housing-services/) - HOUSING SERVICES Emergency Shelter From homeless veterans to men seeking recovery from substance abuse, from women struggling to make ends-meet, to homeless women with children – DRMM offers both transitional and permanent housing to prevent any return to homelessness and addiction. DRMM believes everyone deserves care, a warm meal and a safe place to rest - [New Volunteers](https://drmm.org/get-involved/new-volunteers/) - New Volunteers Join DRMM's Dedicated Volunteers DRMM volunteers are crucial to the success of our ministry, and we would be humbled and truly grateful if you would join our corps of dedicated volunteers. If you have volunteered with us previously you do not need to complete this form. Use our returning volunteers page to signup for another - [About](https://drmm.org/about-us/) - About Us Sharing the love of Jesus Christ and the message of hope in His gospel. Founded in 1909, The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has spent years providing food, shelter, and services to intervene where homelessness and substance addiction occur. DRMM is a faith-based, nonprofit organization, recognized by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities - [Banquet Hall Rentals](https://drmm.org/banquet-halls/) - DRMM offers two banquet hall options! Available for hosting events including birthday parties, showers, repasts, nonprofit and corporate events, trainings, and community fairs. Locations: 138 Stimson Detroit MI 48201 3606 East Forest Street Detroit MI 48207 Hall Rentals Include: * Gated parking * Full kitchen for catered food * Audio Visual * Event Planning and - [Board & Management](https://drmm.org/about-us/board-management/) - Board & Management Our Management Our Board - [Get Involved](https://drmm.org/get-involved/) - GET INVOLVED Volunteer at DRMM: DRMM volunteers are crucial to the success of our ministry, and we would be humbled and truly grateful if you would join our corps of dedicated volunteers. With 9 locations, we house over 2,500 people and serve more than 4,000 meals daily. Volunteers are essential to helping us continue this - [DRM-0791 Easter 2025 Digital Acquisition](https://drmm.org/easter-2025/) - You Can Share Meals and Hope at Easter For too many people here in Detroit, Easter will be just another day of pain—full of hunger and hurt—and utterly without hope. Needs are so high that we expect to serve as many as 4,500 meals each day leading up to Easter Sunday. Please give generously now - [DRM-0784 2025 Year-Round Evergreen Campaign](https://drmm.org/evergreen-3/) - Give Meals, Help, and Hope Today Your gift is needed now to help save and change lives. Huge numbers of families and other vulnerable neighbors are seeking shelter and other emergency services. Please give generously now, because every meal you provide can open a hurting heart to a fresh start in life. - [Group Volunteers](https://drmm.org/get-involved/group-volunteers/) - Other ways to get involved Group Volunteers Group volunteers are always welcome to come serve in one of our facilities! Group volunteers help provide a significant level of service and accomplish big tasks in a short amount of time! Church Group Volunteers Our Church partners are very important to us and those we serve! From - [Volunteer Events](https://drmm.org/get-involved/events/) - EVENTS Find a Volunteer Event Thank you for creating your volunteer profile. Use the information below to find the events where you would like to volunteer. If you have not registered previously, please submit a volunteer application. For more information, contact Kisha Woods at kwoods@drmm.org or call 313.993.4700 x3930. - [Services](https://drmm.org/services/) - Services Rebuilding Our Community, One Life at a Time Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries provides services ranging from emergency shelter to job training. Every day, the services we provide touch the lives of more than 1,600 men, women, and children in the Detroit community. DRMM is much more than a homeless shelter or soup kitchen. Our evidence-based - [Adopt a Room](https://drmm.org/get-involved/adopt-a-room/) - Other WAYS to Get INvolved Adopt A Room Adopt-a-Room projects are very special volunteer projects for the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. These projects help provide those we serve with rooms that feel like home and are comfortable, calming and perfect for recovery. Projects involve adopting one of our rooms in one of our facilities and - [Financial Accountability](https://drmm.org/about-us/financial-accountability/) - Financial Accountability Ensuring Trust Through Financial Clarity We are honored by your participation in this work. We pledge to stretch each dollar in order to best serve our residents. By entrusting us with a financial gift, you provide hope to the hopeless, abused, disadvantaged, and homeless men, women, and children of our community in “rebuilding - [Become a Ministry Partner](https://drmm.org/get-involved/ministry-partner/) - Other ways to get involved Become a Ministry Partner DRMM has a long-standing mission to reach people of all faiths for the Lord Jesus Christ. As a result, we partner with area churches to conduct Bible Studies for people at our various locations in metro Detroit. We welcome ordained ministers/pastors who would like to join - [Skilled Volunteers](https://drmm.org/get-involved/skilled-volunteers/) - Annual Adopt A Family Sponsors Each holiday season DRMM adopts and average of 2,000 families. We then partner them with a sponsors that will purchase items from the family's wish list.We welcome support from businesses, churches, organizations, and individuals to become a sponsor. We will match you with the size and number of families you - [From Dr. Chad Audi](https://drmm.org/about-us/from-dr-chad-audi/) - From Dr. Chad Audi - [Camp FAQs & Forms](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/faqs/) - Will you call me if my child gets sick or hurt? Absolutely! We want you to be informed and will call you if any of the following: Any injury or illness that occurs to your child while at camp that takes him/her away from the normal cabin activities for more than 24 hours If your - [History](https://drmm.org/about-us/history/) - HISTORY Years of Helping Detroit Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (DRMM): Transforming Lives through Faith and Compassion "For I was hungry, and you gave me food, I was thirsty, and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me." - Matthew 25:35 I am deeply honored and thrilled to present to you an - [Retreats](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/retreats/) - Unplug. Enjoy nature. build relationships. Retreats Overview Wildwood Ranch offers year-round rental facilities for organizations seeking the perfect setting for weekend retreats, week-long camps, or conferences. With versatile spaces and a welcoming atmosphere, Wildwood provides an ideal environment to unplug, connect with nature and build relationships. *Rentals limited to weekends only from Memorial Day through - [Angel Tree Camping](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/angel-tree-camping/) - STRENGTHENING BONDS. SUPPORTING FAMILIES. Angel Tree Camping A camp experience can change a child’s life forever. Angel Tree camping is a chance for children of incarcerated parents to get away from their daily challenges and have fun in the great outdoors, making new friends and meeting caring adult counselors. At camp, children encounter the love - [Wildwood Ranch](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/) - WHERE ADVENTURE BEGINS About Wildwood Ranch. Come and experience an unforgettable adventure at Wildwood Ranch! Whether you're looking for overnight camps, day camps, or specialty camps and events, there's something for everyone! Enjoy activities like boating, swimming, archery, horseback riding, ropes courses, and more. Our staff and diverse programs allow children to experience the joys - [Contact](https://drmm.org/about-us/contact/) - Contact Information Address: 150 Stimson Street, Detroit, MI 48201Phone: 313.993.4700Email: info@drmm.orgFor all media inquiries, contact Chiara Clayton at cclayton@drmm.org Have questions or comments? We’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form below today and we will get back to you as soon as possible! - [Our Newsletter](https://drmm.org/about-us/our-newsletter/) - Our Newsletter - [In the News](https://drmm.org/about-us/in-the-news/) - In the News - [Privacy Policy](https://drmm.org/privacy-policy/) - The DRMM Commitment to Donor Privacy Last updated 05/10/2017 Affirmations to Our Donors In exercising the right to privacy of our donor’s confidential information, it is the policy and practice of Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries to assure that: We at DRMM will never trade, share, or sell, rent its donor list or any donor’s personal - [Contact Us](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/contact-us/) - Let's connect! Contact Us 4909 Brophy RoadHowell, MI 48855 info@wildwoodranch.org CAMP: 855.550.CAMP 517.548.1736 FAX: 517.548.7373 - [Overview](https://drmm.org/wildwood-ranch/camps/) - Employment Opportunities Join us in making a difference and impacting lives! 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