Stories from Skid Row: Jacob
When you watch Jacob’s story, you’d never guess he and his mom had endured the streets of Skid Row. But this special young man has a dream for this new year that you can help make possible. Watch now to find out how…
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Stories from Skid Row: Anthony
Stories from Skid Row: Anthony
When Anthony’s family lost their apartment, they were on a well-beaten path to the streets of Skid Row. But Anthony is determined this isn’t the end of his story. Watch now to find out why…
Stories from Skid Row: Daisy
Stories from Skid Row: Daisy
When you watch Daisy’s story, your heart will be overwhelmed by the incredible work of God as He transformed Daisy’s broken life into a captivating story of restoration — for her and her two girls.
Stories from Skid Row: Darren
Stories from Skid Row: Darren
Darren went from ‘gangbanger’ on the streets of Los Angeles to head chef serving over 700 meals for the women and families in our care at Hope Gardens. Find out what inspires him to provide a taste of home to those most in need – especially during the holidays.
Stories from Skid Row: Lorraine
Stories from Skid Row: Lorraine
Lorraine is a fighter. A survivor. She’s willing to do anything to turn her life around and give her kids the opportunity to succeed. Be sure to watch her story. You’ll be encouraged by the work you make possible.
Stories from Skid Row: Paul
Stories from Skid Row: Paul
Paul compares his old life to that of Saul from the Old Testament — but his new life is one of total transformation. Once he was in prison, but now he’s helping serve meals at Union Rescue Mission. He was estranged from his family but now has the peace of forgiveness, received from his mother on her deathbed. Thank you for transforming lives like Paul’s with your giving!
Stories from Skid Row – Cinnamon
Stories from Skid Row: Cinnamon
Cinnamon lives her life as the hands of Christ – serving those in greatest need. She serves on the front lines – the very first point of contact for someone coming off the streets of Skid Row. You’ll be inspired by her spirit, joy, and determination that encourages people coming to NEVER give up.
Stories from Skid Row – Peter
Stories from Skid Row: Peter
Peter grew up without a father and struggled in school. But today he’s the father of two girls and the Youth Coordinator at Union Rescue Mission. He came here for a job but found personal transformation as he began to work with children experiencing homelessness…
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Stories from Skid Row – Sebastian
Stories from Skid Row: Sebastian
Homelessness is devastating for kids. When little Sebastian’s mother struggled, he ended up in foster care. Before reuniting with his mom at Union Rescue Mission’s Hope Gardens Family Center, he started acting out at school. His anger grew and his grades suffered.
Thanks to friends like you, Sebastian is getting the medical attention and loving care he needs at Hope Gardens Family Center. Every child suffering in homelessness in Los Angeles deserves that kind of care.
Stories from Skid Row – Ronald
Stories from Skid Row: Ronald
Many of the women and men who come to Union Rescue Mission in Los Angeles have lost all hope that life will ever be different. They’ve burned every bridge to friends and family who could help them. When Ronald came to URM, after spending 30 years struggling with drugs and alcohol, many thought he wouldn’t make it. Even HE didn’t think he’d make it.
Today, Ronald has totally turned his life around and he’s currently working with one of our chaplains, encouraging other struggling men on Skid Row and showing them that life really can be different.