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When HOPE GROWS, lives change, families are restored, and communities thrive! 

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We need your HELP, PARTNERSHIP, and SUPPORT
to GROW HOPE into the future.

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Charles

"When I'm working in the greenhouse, there are too many blessings to walk backwards."

Charles, a 27 year old Army veteran dealing with depression and PTSD, has found a place of peace and spiritual renewal at Hope Rescue Mission and working in the new greenhouse. He not only finds purpose in restoring his own life but enjoys growing fresh produce to nourish the other men living at Hope.

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"I would love to continue to help others like Hope Rescue Mission has helped me!"

Keith

"I didn't have a concept of what it means to have faith."

During his time at Hope, Keith has obtained his GED, enrolled in college, and has become an important part of our welcome center team. 

 

Most evenings you will find Keith working on college courses or helping the Welcome Center staff with new intakes. 

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Julius

"I thought I had it all, but I lost it because of alcohol, and I was a mess, but I still thought I was okay."

At the age of 50, Julius found himself alone and at the door of Hope Rescue after losing everything due to his addiction to alcohol.  After working hard at a local rehab center, Julius returned to Hope and is focused on his recovery from addiction and building a new life for himself. 

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For the past 6 months, Julius has helped us to increase our efforts in keeping a clean and sanitized building during the pandemic. He is happy for the job experience and for work that allows him to keep others healthy and safe. 

Chuck

"All of the sudden, I didn't have the money I needed to live on."

At the age of 54, Chuck found himself unemployed, dealing with numerous health issues, and no place to live. He came to Hope and has been helping on our Facilities team. He is searching for employment while caring for current health issues. 

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ABOUT US

Since 1894, Hope Rescue Mission has been a place of refuge for the homeless men, women, and children of Berks County, PA. We offer residential programs that people can work their way through to transition back into the community as productive and independent individuals.

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CONTACT

Hope Rescue Mission
645 North Sixth Street
Reading, PA 19601
Phone (610) 375-4224

officemanager@HopeForReading.org

LightHouse Women & Children’s Center
715 North Sixth Street
Reading, PA 19601
Phone (610) 484-4495

LightHouse@HopeForReading.org

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