Lives are transformed at City Rescue Mission.
Since 1946, City Rescue Mission has been a foundation of support for men and women in Northeast Florida struggling to leave behind homelessness, hunger and substance abuse.
After starting with a vision to simply provide “soup, soap and salvation” – support from our community has seen us grow into a safe haven that offers food, clothing, shelter care, transitional housing and residential recovery programs. Generous individuals, churches, businesses, civic organizations and foundations give financially to make this life-transforming work possible.
We offer hurting people life-giving solutions
You can help transform lives across Northeast Florida!
Your support in action.
1 in 6 people in Northeast Florida do not know where they’ll get their next meal.
See how your gift is transforming lives this year!
Lives changed… thanks to you!
James’ Story
God Brought Me Out of the Darkness. For years, James lived on the edge – run-ins with the law and running from the Lord. He hated himself and believed he would die in that dark and broken state. But at City Rescue Mission, surrounded by prayer, compassion and the truth of the Gospel, James discovered how to live in the
Tiki’s Story
““Here, I found love, confidence and people who truly care.” Tiki came to City Rescue Mission after decades of substance abuse, broken relationships and deep loneliness. She had sought our help before – but this time was different. With God’s help and the support of people who truly listened, she began a new chapter filled with hope, purpose and love. Raised on a farm
Margaret’s Story
“The Mission didn’t just give me shelter. It gave me hope, healing and a reason to live.” Margaret’s childhood was defined by both love and loss. Moments with her father were happy, but her mother’s substance abuse drew Margaret into drugs by age 12. Years of broken trust, poor choices and dangerous living followed – until she found herself sleeping
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