Hands for Hope: A Makeover For Homeless Women & Children

October 31st, 2008 | Media Releases

MEDIA ALERT

Joseph Rene, producer @ (626) 243-3123 or

Kitty Davis-Walker, publicity @ (213)673-4585

HANDS FOR HOPE: A MAKEOVER FOR HOMELESS WOMEN & CHILDREN

WHO:  Salon Passione – A full service Salon in Pasadena, California will provide a day of makeovers for 8 of the residents of Hope Gardens Family Center, a transitional housing facility and a ministry of Union Rescue Mission. This event will kick off a fund raising reception on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are a $20 donation.

WHAT:  A fundraising reception produced by Salon Passione & celebrity stylist Joseph Rene featuring an evening of art, fashion, live entertainment, a guest DJ and more. All proceeds will benefit the Hope Gardens Family Center for homeless women and children.

WHEN: Makeovers —Monday, November 3, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Fundraising Art Reception scheduled on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Salon Passione, 233 North Lake/Walnut Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91102

WHY: To enhance and enrich the lives of the homeless women and children who reside at Hope Gardens, giving them inspiration and hope for a brighter future.

For more information: Joseph Rene @ (626)243-3123, email: jrin2groove@aol.com

About Union Rescue Mission

Union Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and the homeless. Established in 1891, URM is one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and is the oldest in Los Angeles. It provides a comprehensive array of emergency and long-term services, including food, shelter, clothing; medical and dental care; Christian recovery programs, transitional housing, legal assistance, education, counseling, and job training to needy men, women, children, and families. For more information, please visit http://www.unionrescuemission.org 

About Salon Passione:

Salon Passione serves the community, entertainment industries and personal clients. Owners Chad and Grazia B., along with the Salon Passione team, are committed to giving back through their charitable efforts and look forward to this amazing event.

Lopez Canyon Fire Causes Hope Gardens Family Center to Evacuate Families

October 14th, 2008 | Media Releases, News and Updates

MEDIA UPDATE

For More Information Contact:

Kitty Davis-Walker, Union Rescue Mission

(213) 673-4585

Email: kwalker@urm.org

LOPEZ CANYON FIRE CAUSES HOPE GARDENS FAMILY CENTER TO EVACUATE FAMILIES

LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (October 14, 2008) — Hope Garden’s Family Center, a transitional housing facility which is (a ministry of Union Rescue Mission) was quickly evacuated early Sunday morning in the wake of a brush fire looming over Lopez Canyon Road in Sylmar. The residents, 27 moms, 75 children and 23 seniors were taken to the Union Rescue Mission in downtown Los Angeles where they have can return home.

Union Rescue Mision, Chief Operations Officer, Scott Johnson was allowed to visit the site today and reported no fire damage to any of the facilities buildings. He also reported there was no electricity and that has caused the loss of approximately $68 thousand dollars worth of food that was stored to feed Hope Gardens residents. In the meantime, the families are safe and are being cared for at the Union Rescue Mission in downtown Los Angeles.

For more information contact: Kitty Davis-Walker @ (213) 673-4585 or (213)507-5562

Media visuals: Visit www.urm.org for pictures and how you can help

About Union Rescue Mission

Union Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and the homeless. Established in 1891, URM is one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and is the oldest in Los Angeles. It provides a comprehensive array of emergency and long-term services, including food, shelter, clothing; medical and dental care; Christian recovery programs, transitional housing, legal assistance, education, counseling, and job training to needy men, women, children, and families. For more information, please visit http://www.unionrescuemission.org  

The Friends of Hope Gardens Plant Seeds of Hope for Homeless Women with Children

September 13th, 2008 | Media Releases, News and Updates

For Immediate Release

Contact: Brett Lewis @ (310)842-3990 or

Kitty Davis-Walker (213)673-4585

THE FRIENDS OF HOPE GARDENS PLANT SEEDS OF HOPE FOR HOMELESS WOMEN WITH CHILDREN

WHO:   The Friends of Hope Gardens invites you to join them for an evening of fun and entertainment as they “plant seeds of hope” for the women and children of Hope Gardens, a ministry of Union Rescue Mission.

WHAT:   A fundraising reception featuring a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, tasty desserts and more. All proceeds will help renovate the main kitchen at Hope Gardens Family Center.

WHEN:  Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

WHERE:  The home of Dana and Thomas Riccard

WHY:  The Friends of Hope Gardens, a group of women from diverse backgrounds, believe they found a common thread of compassion to help homeless women and their children regain hope for a brighter future.

For additional information, call Brett Lewis @ (310) 842-3990

About Union Rescue Mission

Union Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and the homeless. Established in 1891, URM is one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and is the oldest in Los Angeles. It provides a comprehensive array of emergency and long-term services, including food, shelter, clothing; medical and dental care; Christian recovery programs, transitional housing, legal assistance, education, counseling, and job training to needy men, women, children, and families. For more information, please visit http://www.unionrescuemission.org  

About The Friends of Hope Gardens

A group of women from diverse backgrounds whose motto is “Not looking to your own interests, but each of you to the interest of others. (Philippians 2:4)”

Hope Gardens Family Center Receives Grant from The Lincy Foundation

August 29th, 2008 | Media Releases, News and Updates

PRESS RELEASE                                                                               

For More Information Contact:

Kitty Davis-Walker, Union Rescue Mission

 (213) 673-4585

Email: kwalker@urm.org

HOPE GARDENS FAMILY CENTER RECEIVES GRANT FROM THE LINCY FOUNDATION

 A MINISTRY OF UNION RESCUE MISSION

LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (August 29, 2008)—The Union Rescue Mission received a (250,000) dollar Grant from The Lincy Foundation. This contribution comes just after Union Rescue Mission’s one year anniversary of moving women and children from the mean streets of Skid Row to transitional housing facility, Hope Gardens. Currently 31 mothers and 59 children, as well as 22 senior adults reside at Hope Gardens Family Center.

Union Rescue Mission’s CEO, Andy Bales, said “The generous support from The Lincy Foundation last year was critical to the successful launch of Hope Gardens Family Center.  This year’s gift enables us to carry on the important life changing work of moving moms and children from living on the streets to finding their way home.  Thank you!”

 ”Everything that I hoped for in my life has happened since I came to Hope Gardens Family Center, said transitional housing resident Chaneka.  I graduated from school, found employment, and received the keys to my own apartment. My boys finally have smiles on their faces.  Thank you!”

 In just under a year 16 families have successfully transitioned from Hope Gardens Family Center into permanent housing.

For more information contact: Kitty Davis-Walker @ (213) 673-4585 or (213) 507-5562

About Union Rescue Mission

Union Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and homeless. Established in 1891, URM is one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and is the oldest in Los Angeles.  It provides a comprehensive array of emergency and long-term services, including food, shelter, clothing; medical and dental care; Christian recovery programs, transitional housing, legal assistance, education, counseling, and job training to needy men, women, children and families.  For more information, please visit http://www.unionrescuemission.org.

Real Help & Hope For Homeless Women & Children

July 7th, 2008 | Media Releases, News and Updates

For Immediate Release

For More Information Contact:

Kitty Davis-Walker, email: kwalker@urm.org

Office: (213)673-4585 

Cell: (213)507-5562

REAL HELP & HOPE FOR HOMELESS WOMEN & CHILDREN

LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (July 7, 2008) — Union Rescue Mission will celebrate its one-year anniversary of moving women and children to their transitional housing facility, Hope Gardens. On June 27, 2007, four families joined the senior women as residents of Hope Gardens Family Center. Since that time, 44 families and 89 children have been served.

Currently, 31 mothers and 59 children, as well as 22 senior adults reside at Hope Gardens Family Center. In just under a year, 16 families have successfully transitioned from Hope Gardens into permanent housing, a 55% success rate.

On Monday, July 21, 2008, Union Rescue Mission will celebrate its first year anniversary of Hope Gardens Family Center.

Union Rescue Mission’s CEO, Andy Bales, said, “What we dreamed of and hoped for our moms, children and senior ladies has happened. Today, they are living a life of hope, surrounded by lush gardens, Coast Redwoods, huge Oak trees, a multitude of services and caring staff, preparing them on the journey to find their way home. Thanks to all who made this 1st year milestone possible!”

For more information contact: Kitty Davis-Walker @ (213)673-4585 or (213)507-5562

MEDIA OPPORTUNITY

Economic Story: Even in these challenging economic times, Union Rescue Mission is still able to transition families into their own homes.

About Union Rescue Mission

Union Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and the homeless. Established in 1891, URM is one of the largest rescue missions of its kind in the United States and is the oldest in Los Angeles. It provides a comprehensive array of emergency and long-term services, including food, shelter, clothing; medical and dental care; Christian recovery programs, transitional housing, legal assistance, education, counseling, and job training to needy men, women, children, and families. For more information, please visit http://www.unionrescuemission.org  

BOY SCOUTS & CUB SCOUTS

March 3rd, 2008 | News and Updates

March 3, 2008 was a very special day in the lives of the boys at Hope Gardens Family Center.  Thanks to a local Boy Scout leader who volunteered his time to help organize the group, Cub Scout and Boy Scout Wolf Pack Patrol #2911was born.  It is wonderful to see the boys come together to encourage each other, set goals for themselves and participate in the Scout camping programs.  One young man earned the title of “Scout Leader.”  It’s quite an accomplishment that our newly formed Troup participated in their first trip and after competing in several events, placed third among more than 200 participating Boy Scout Troups!