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New Patio Provides Comfort and Shade for the Vulnerable
Waterfront Rescue Mission celebrated the completion of its new outdoor patio with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 16 at the Pensacola Mission. Made possible through a generous grant from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-daySaints, the project transformed an existing bike shed into a shaded and welcomingoutdoor space where guests can find comfort, rest,…
Read MoreMeet Christopher
After moving to Pensacola late last year, Christopher struggled to find stable employment during the holiday season. When his living situation fell apart, he found himself homeless and couch surfing. Then everything changed in an instant. A motorcycle accident left him with a serious leg injury requiring multiple surgeries. Doctors told him he wouldn’t be…
Read MoreCelebrating First Workforce Development Graduates Through Bishop State Community College Partnership
Waterfront Rescue Mission is excited to celebrate an important milestone in our growing workforce development efforts through our partnership with Bishop State Community College. Earlier this year, Bishop State launched a class created specifically for Waterfront Rescue Mission clients, allowing participants in our Mobile recovery and rescue programs to learn and grow together in a…
Read MoreAnnouncing Innovative Pet Kennel to Remove Barrier for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
Waterfront Mission is launching a new initiative designed to remove one of the most heartbreaking barriers preventing individuals from seeking shelter: the fear of being separated from their pets. The organization announced plans to build a dedicated dog kennel at its Pensacola campus, allowing individuals experiencing homelessness to safely house their dogs while they receive…
Read MoreMeet Lynn
After a painful divorce, Lynn moved to Pensacola to be near his father. Following his father’s example, he turned to alcohol to cope, and his struggles soon left him feeling hopeless—at one point even attempting to take his own life. After being arrested for a false report, he was offered a choice: enter Waterfront’s LifeBuilder…
Read MoreIntroducing the “Waterfront Token”
Waterfront Mission has launched a new initiative designed to give individuals, churches, and businesses an easier way to minister to people experiencing homelessness. The newlyintroduced Waterfront Token offers a simple, tangible way to provide immediate shelter and connect someone to long-term support. The small token can be purchased online at WaterfrontMission.org for $10, given directly…
Read MoreCongratulations to Our LifeBuilder Graduates
At Waterfront Mission, we believe in the power of new beginnings. Below, are five inspiring stories of men who have recently graduated from our LifeBuilder Recovery Program. Each of them faced their own rock bottom, but through faith, perseverance, and the support they found at the Mission, they rebuilt their lives. May these serve as…
Read More2024 Candlelight Memorial Service
The 2024 Candlelight Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, November 21st at both our Pensacola and Mobile Missions. The purpose of this event is to remember those in the homeless community who have lost their lives in the last year. We invite the community to join us in prayer during this event. DATE: November 21, 2023…
Read MoreThanksgiving Volunteering Opportunities
Gather, give, and serve! Join our Thanksgiving volunteer team to help those in need. Sign-ups are now available online via our Volunteer Portal. Whether you would like to help with food prep before Thanksgiving or help with a variety of tasks during our Thanksgiving banquet, you can find a variety of opportunities at the Mission…
Read MoreMeet George
Meet LifeBuilder Recovery Program Client George George had a rough childhood growing up and spent nearly twenty years off and on of his adult life battling drug and alcohol addictions. He experienced periods of homelessness, brief months of sobriety followed by relapse, and eventually two heart attacks. He finally realized he needed to leave the…
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