Charlotte Rescue Mission

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the incredible students Queens University of Charlotte Music Therapy program! Your time, talent, and warmth brought so much joy to our residents. Thank you for using your music to uplift and inspire our community!

Today marks Day 1 of collecting Turkey Thanksgiving Food Boxes! ?? A huge thank you to everyone who has already participated in making this possible. Donations can be dropped off until 4 PM today and from 9 AM to 2 PM tomorrow at 624 McNich St., Charlotte, NC 28202. Let’s keep spreading the holiday spirit!

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner, and Dry Pro Foundation and Crawlspace Specialists, alongside Atlas Demolition LLC, is partnering with us to match up to $25,000 of your donations! They believe in the Charlotte Rescue Mission and our mission to see a city free of active addiction. When you give, you're helping people like Adam, a graduate of our Rebound program, find the hope and support they need to transform their lives. Adam’s journey wasn’t easy—he struggled with addiction, but through our program, he found a new path forward, just like so many others. This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to be part of this life-changing work. Your donation can be doubled—giving twice the impact and bringing more individuals like Adam the opportunity to rebuild their lives. Together, we can offer more than just a second chance—we can offer a brand-new life. Mark your calendars, and give with us this Giving Tuesday. Your generosity will make all the difference!!

This GivingTuesday, learn how Charlotte Rescue Mission, Dry Pro Foundation and Crawlspace Specialists, and Atlas Demolition LLC Demolition are making a difference in our community. Watch the interview to find out more! https://lnkd.in/dMnDpkU2

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner, and Dry Pro Foundation and Crawlspace Specialists, alongside Atlas Demolition LLC, is partnering with us to match up to $25,000 of your donations! They believe in the Charlotte Rescue Mission and our mission to see a city free of active addiction. When you give, you're helping men and women like Adam, a graduate of our Rebound program, find the hope and support they need to transform their lives. Adam’s journey wasn’t easy—he struggled with addiction, but through our program, he found a new path forward, just like so many others. This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to be part of this life-changing work. Your donation can be doubled—giving twice the impact and bringing more individuals like Adam the opportunity to rebuild their lives. Together, we can offer more than just a second chance—we can offer a brand-new life. Mark your calendars, and give with us this Giving Tuesday. Your generosity will make all the difference!!

Yusmari grew up in Miami, Florida, where life was anything but easy. Raised by her mother, who struggled with alcoholism, Yusmari’s childhood was marked by instability and pain. At a young age, she faced unimaginable trauma, becoming a victim of abuse. The emotional scars ran deep, and as a result, she struggled with her self-esteem. Growing up overweight, she became the target of bullying, which only deepened her battle with self-worth. Feeling abandoned by those who should have protected her, Yusmari turned to drugs as a way to numb her pain. The escape that substances offered quickly spiraled into a full-blown addiction. For twenty-eight long years, she cycled in and out of jail, her life a blur of poor decisions, missed opportunities, and heartache. The cost was steep: she lost custody of her three children, and her relationships with them grew more distant with each passing year.? But in the darkest moments, there was a glimmer of hope. Yusmari was introduced to Dove’s Nest, a place that would change her life. It was there, for the first time, that she found the support, structure, and encouragement she needed to get sober. She completed her first stint at Dove’s Nest, feeling a sense of achievement, but life’s challenges were far from over. Unfortunately, when Yusmari left Dove’s Nest, the pull of addiction was stronger than her resolve. She relapsed and found herself back in the same destructive cycle. But fate had a different plan. She re-entered Dove’s Nest, determined to complete the program once and for all. This time, Yusmari’s commitment was unwavering, and she successfully completed the program for the second time. Today, Yusmari is proud to say she has been clean for two years. Her life has turned a corner, and she is now working as a technician in a facility that supports others battling addiction. She hopes to one day become a counselor herself, giving back to others in the same way she was helped at Dove’s Nest.? Most importantly, Yusmari is rebuilding her relationship with her three children. She can see her youngest every week, a small but powerful reminder of the healing that is taking place in her life. Yusmari's life has taught her that sometimes you win, sometimes you learn, but you never lose.? Yusmari’s story is one of redemption, hope, and transformation. Yusmari credits her recovery to the grace of God and the unwavering support of the Charlotte Rescue Mission, which has walked with her every step of the way. She is living proof that anyone can overcome their past and build a brighter future with the right support. ?

Last month, Matt Ruggiero and the American Dream TV Show joined us at our annual golf tournament to learn more about what Charlotte Rescue Mission is all about. It was an incredible opportunity to share our mission and highlight the impact we’re making in the community. Take a look! ???

Heartfelt thanks to AvalonBay Communities for their amazing support in the massive facilities cleanup at Armature Winding Company, which is a space we have been using as our temporary Gift-In-Kind storage. They were a tremendous support in sorting through gift-in-kind items at our Rebound campus. They also helped organize supplies at our Dove's Nest campus as well. Your hard work and dedication are making a meaningful difference in our community!

Urgent Needs at Dove’s Nest! ??? We’re in need of laundry pods and dryer sheets to keep things running smoothly. You can help in two simple ways: 1?? Shop directly from our Amazon storefront for easy delivery: https://lnkd.in/e4FBGfMM 2?? Drop off your donations at 2855 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28202. Your generosity is a blessing, and we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support and for making an impact in the lives of those who need it most.

A special thanks to Figure 8 Onsite, LLC for their generous donation of monitors to the Mission! Your support helps us continue the work we do and empowers us to keep making a positive impact on the lives of the residents we serve. We are truly grateful!