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Mission
FAQ
1. How long
has the Mission been in Saginaw?
Founded in 1905, the Rescue Mission is one of the oldest helping
agencies in Mid-Michigan. The old-soup kitchen was first located
on Genesee Street less than a block from the Saginaw River when
it opened to serve the homeless men of that day. The Mission has
been at its current location at 1021 Burt Street since 1982.
2. What
communities are served?
Clients primarily come from the Mid-Michigan area, however there
are no geographic restrictions and a few people are referred from
Northern Michigan each year.
3. What is
the purpose of the Rescue Mission?
The Mission is a channel of Christian charity through which
temporary shelter, meals, clothing, and discipleship is provided.
4. Who is
helped by the Mission?
The Mission serves men, women, and children from all walks of
life. The recovering substance abuser can find assistance for
their addiction; temporary shelter is provided for the single
parent in their time of crisis; and seniors in need of assisted
living or adult daycare will appreciate the services of Community
Village, a division of the City Rescue Mission.
 5. How are people
referred to the Mission?
The Family Independence Agency, churches, community agencies,
police, area businesses, and individuals frequently make
referrals. Prospective clients are encouraged to visit the warm,
clean facilities themselves, and may contact the Mission by
telephone.
6. How are
people helped?
In addition to temporary shelter, meals, and clothing, the
Mission provides one-on-one assistance. Women staff are trained
to give personal attention to female clients who often come out
of traumatic situations. Likewise men find a male staff member
interested in offering Christian counsel. The program is tailored
to the individual. For some it may be assistance in finding a
home or apartment and for others the yearlong Christian
Discipleship Program may provide the beginning of a new life.
7. Who
provides the service?
A well-trained staff provides the core of assistance. Staff
are professionally trained and / or personally experienced. Some
have degrees in social work, theology, or education. Pastors and
volunteers supplement staff efforts.
8. Who pays
the bills?
Charitable donations from individuals, churches, civic
groups, foundations, and businesses provide money for operating
expenses. All gifts are tax-deductible, and subject to an annual,
independent, audit by a certified public accountant.
9. Who
governs the Rescue Mission?
The City Rescue Mission of Saginaw, Inc. is an autonomous
Michigan nonprofit corporation. The thirteen-member Board of
Directors are volunteers who are selected to represent a variety
of denominational and vocational perspectives.
10. Does the
Mission provide equal opportunity for clients?
The Saginaw Rescue Mission has policy of non-discrimination.
Clients are accepted without discrimination on the basis of race,
color, sex, religion, age, national origin, or physical handicaps. |
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City Rescue
Mission of Saginaw
P.O. Box 548
Saginaw, MI 48606
(989) 752-6051
info@rescuesaginaw.org
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