The Rescue Mission extends day shelter hours, asks for clothing donations
Posted: 12/5/2024
Thomas McArthur, president and CEO of The Rescue Mission said on a day that dips below freezing, the mission receives about 130 people wanting to use the mission’s day shelter, compared to the average of 90 users.
Community Champs Pete and Denise Spangler are Champion Volunteers at the FW Rescue Mission
Posted: 12/3/2024
Pete and Denise Spangler are known as Champion Volunteers at the Mission. They volunteer during the holiday season and all year long.
The Rescue Mission's Light the Night Concert
Posted: 08/14/2024
After more than 120 years of transformation and adaptation, The Rescue Mission remains steadfast in its mission to “provide, through the power of Jesus Christ, a home for the homeless, food for the hungry, and hope for their future.” The Rescue Mission remains committed to serving the community and those in greatest need.
Rescue Mission moving women’s shelter, Charis House, to new location
Posted: 07/12/2024
The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission announced Tuesday that Charis House, the mission’s women’s shelter will be moving.
Rescue Mission hosts thousands for Easter meal giveaway
Posted: 04/1/2024
The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission opened its doors and kitchen once again this Easter. Volunteers at the shelter prepared and handed out thousands of meals throughout the afternoon for anyone in need.
FWRM announces plans to serve over 4,000 meals on Easter Sunday
Posted: 03/25/2024
On Friday morning, the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission (FWRM) announced its expectations to make a significant impact by giving back on Easter Sunday.
The Rescue Mission: National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week
Posted: 11/7/2023
Mom’s ‘Love on a Plate’ is more than just a meal
Posted: 07/31/2023
Meronica Finch walks through the kitchen door at the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission on a Tuesday morning with a huge smile on her face, ready to face the day. “Good morning,” she shouts as the door swings open. “Good morning!”
Kids Who Care: Volunteers of all ages serve Easter meals at Rescue Mission
Posted: 04/21/2023
Many kids see Easter as a day of candy, bunnies, and outdoor egg hunts, but not everyone gets that luxury. For those in Fort Wayne looking for a little extra help, the Rescue Mission stepped up Easter weekend. Hundreds of people lined up throughout the building, eager to pick up a free Easter meal.
4,000 meals are set to be served by The Rescue Mission on Easter Sunday
Posted: 04/6/2023
The Rescue Mission in downtown Fort Wayne will be serving more than 4,000 carry-out meals this coming Easter Sunday on April 9 from noon to 3 p.m. at its location on East Washington Boulevard, across from Noble Senior Living.