Recent reports indicate that homelessness is on the rise in our region and many of our community members have had their food stamps reduced since the COVID pandemic swept the nation. We are anticipating even greater need this year.
“This is really the most important holiday of the year for Central Union Mission. Hospitality is what we do best,” said Mission President & CEO Joe Mettimano, “and there’s a reason for that: We still believe ‘hope begins with a meal.’ A full belly might be all it takes to encourage someone to take a step in the right direction and we offer programs that help get people to a better place in life.”