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With your help and generosity we are Serving the Homeless and Hurting in
Tacoma & Pierce County

Since 1912, the Mission has been offering God’s Help, Hope and Healing to the most impoverished members of our community. Your gift of any amount makes a difference for the men and women who are hurting and homeless in Tacoma & Pierce County. Give simply and securely by clicking any of the gifts below.

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Accomplishments From This Past Year

304,556 MEALS SERVED
2,524 MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN HELPED
(a 7% increase from last year)
89 MEN AND WOMEN GRADUATED FROM OUR NEW LIFE RECOVERY PROGRAM
581 PEOPLE PLACED IN STABLE HOUSING
(a 62% increase from last year)
498 PEOPLE RECEIVED JOBS
(an 87% increase from last year)

We work to provide the homeless withLIFE-CHANGING SERVICES

Meals

834 meals a day are served to homeless and low income people.

Families

A nurturing Family Life Program keeps families together during recovery.

Shelter

Over 250 people have warm and dry shelter every night.

Children

Over 300 kids every year call the Mission their home while their families heal.

Recovery

Our faith-based, in-house New Life Program offers a twelve-month recovery program for both men and women.

Veterans

In addition to offering resources, assistance and guidance, we have a designated shelter space reserved for our community’s veterans experiencing homelessness.

Miracles occur every dayCHRIST-CENTERED CARE CHANGES LIVES

“My life was saved. There’s a lot of organizations that do a lot of good stuff but the Mission is where it’s at. People are taking their private money and investing in people like me.”

What’s happening at Tacoma Rescue MissionNEWS & EVENTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

Check below to keep up on the latest news, events and stories about what is happening at Tacoma Rescue Mission.  See how your involvment and partnership is changing lives and impacting our community.

Feed a neighbor change a life

Each $2.38 you give provides vital food to a man, woman or child who is hungry and hurting right now.

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September 9, 2020

Chelsea’s Story: Thriving Against All Odds . . .

“I feel like crying. It’s so emotional. It makes me happy that people are actually giving and helping out.” – Chelsea* Chelsea* was living in a nice, quiet town on the Washington coast with her family. It was a dream life for her. But that dream turned into a nightmare when Chelsea’s husband became abusive.  She […]

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Chelsea’s Story: Thriving Against All Odds . . .

January 26, 2021

Dean’s Story: From Near Death to New Life . . .

Dean was almost hit by a car one night while sleepwalking away from his tent. His sleepwalking episodes had become more frequent. Since living on the streetswithout a bed, daily meals or adequate healthcare. A severe, 30-year case of restless leg syndrome kept Dean constantly sleep deprived. This along with his addiction and struggle with […]

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Dean’s Story: From Near Death to New Life . . .

January 7, 2021

The Tacoma Rescue Mission legacySERVING THE HURTING & HOMELESS FOR OVER 100 YEARS

The Tacoma Rescue Mission is proud to have served Tacoma and Pierce County since 1912. For over 100 years we have continued to serve in the name of Christ, while emphasizing the dignity of each person who enters our doors. We value the needs of our immediate community, and continually adapt to the changing needs of those who come to us for help.

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A GROUP OF CARING TACOMANS START THE MISSION AS A SMALL SOUP KITCHEN ON PACIFIC AVE

Tacoma Commons Mission | 1912

THE MISSION GROWS AND PURCHASES ITS FIRST BUILDING ON 1512 PACIFIC AVE

Tacoma Rescue Mission | 1939

A SAFE HAVEN IS BUILT FOR SINGLE WOMEN & FAMILIES IN CRISIS

The Emergency Family Shelter | 1971

THE INN PROVIDES ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY FOR YOUTH SURVIVING ON THE STREETS

The Inn Youth Walk-In Center | 1988

FREE COUNSELING SERVICES ARE PROVIDED THROUGH THE MISSION’S PRISON CHAPLAINCY PROGRAM

Chaplaincy Program | 1920

HOPE HOME IS FOUNDED TO HELP WOMEN WITH EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL TRAUMA

Hope Home | 1960’s

THE DOWNTOWN TACOMA CAMPUS OPENS TO HELP REACH EVEN MORE PEOPLE IN NEED

Tacoma Rescue Mission | 2001

Make a difference with Tacoma Rescue MissionVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERYONE

“I have been volunteering in the kitchen for over a year. I love it. I enjoy knowing that my being there makes a huge difference in people’s lives. To bring a smile and conversation and knowing that it might be the only smile and conversation they may have had in a while makes me blessed and happy. They appreciate and are thankful for my service to them.” – Roberta
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Need Help? Tacoma Rescue Mission Is Here

We offer meals and emergency shelter for men and families with children. We also provide long-term recovery and educational services to those in need in our community.

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We couldn’t do this without your partnership! Thank you!YOUR GIFT CHANGES YOUR COMMUNITY

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