Special Events
Beef Up the Mission, Yes, We Can, The Great Thanksgiving Banquet, Red Ribbon Christmas, Walk a Mile in My Shoes

5th Sunday ~ Focus on the Mission
Each 5th Sunday, the focus is on a group of items needed in the Mission's ministry. You can help by organizing your church group, civic club or office to collect the items listed.

"Squeaky Clean" Sunday" - January 31, 2010
Cleaning products like powder laundry detergent and bleach, dish detergent, toilet bowl cleaner, all purpose cleaner, pot scrubbers, window cleaner, bath soap and shampoo.

"Full Meal Deal" Sunday - May 30, 2010
Non-perishable sources of protein like canned meat, hearty soups, canned pasta and meat, boxed mac & cheese, peanut butter, canned and dry beans, and blocks of processed cheese.

"Undy Sunday" - August 29, 2010
Packages of new underwear for school age children.

"Disposable Sunday" - October 31, 2010
Disposable items such as toilet paper, paper towels, facial tissues, napkins, plates and cups, flatware, disposable diapers, plastic wrap, aluminum foil.

Beef Up the Mission 2009 Results

Thank you to every one of the generous donors from Howard, Tipton, Carroll and Clinton 4-H Fairs! 2009 donations totaled 93 swine and 3 steer. Incredible generosity came forward to meet overwhelming need!

More about KRM's outreach programs.

YES, WE CAN! September 12, 2010

A canned food drive to benefit Kokomo Rescue Mission's ministry, showing young people CAN do very positive things to help their community!
The 2009 collection resulted in more than 10 tons of food! See photos of the 2009 event learn more about Yes, We CAN!

Email Kelly or call (765) 456-3838 to find out how your church and youth group can participate.

2009 Great Thanksgiving Banquets
In cooperation with Kokomo Urban Outreach, Grace United Methodist Church and the Clinton County Ministry of Hope, KRM served 2,327 traditional Thanksgiving meals at TEN sites! See photos.

2009 RED RIBBON CHRISTMAS OUTREACH

Kokomo Rescue Mission's Red Ribbon Christmas Outreach in 2009 helped 1,137 families (3,865people) in Howard, Tipton, Carroll, Clinton, Cass and Miami counties, a 10% increase over 2008. The Red Ribbon Christmas boxes contain toys, gifts for every family member regardless of age, food, toiletries and paper products, delivered to their homes by local volunteers. See photos of the 2009 Red Ribbon Christmas.

More about volunteering.

February 13, 2010

Team packets will be available at the Mission January 5, 2010.

What: Kokomo Rescue Mission’s (KRM) annual winter walk, one mile in length, a round trip from KRM Headquarters to Open Arms, the mission’s shelter for homeless women and children. Rest, refreshments and tours are provided at Open Arms. Each walker receives a free t-shirt.

Who: Walkers raise at least $50 each. Teams may have up to 20 walkers. The Golden Sneaker Trophy is awarded to the top fundraising team. 2008's winner was Zion Tabernacle, raising over $4,275.50. There were 102 teams registered and approximately 800 people walked in 2008.  The event has captured attention at missions in other cities. In 2008 there were simultaneous events in Muncie and Marion.

Where: Kokomo Rescue Mission Headquarters is located at 321 W. Mulberry Street. Open Arms is at 929 N. Main Street. The route for the walk is from KRM north on Washington Street to Havens Street, east to Main Street, south to Open Arms. The return route is south on Main Street to Mulberry Street and west to the Mission.

When: Saturday, February 13, 2010 ~ Begin Walking: Between 8:30am - 10:30am

Benefits: Proceeds will benefit Open Arms, KRM's shelter for homeless women and families. Open Arms provides safe shelter, nutritious meals and Bible-based programs addressing the underlying causes of homelessness, such as substance abuse, incomplete education and lack of adequate life skills.

Revenue: Walk revenue comes from corporate and individual sponsors. Walkers solicit donations to sponsor their participation. In eight years, the walk has raised over $412,000. The goal for 2010 is $80,000

 What if I can't walk? Put a sign in your yard advertising the Walk and come join us for breakfast at Grace United Methodist Church, across from the Mission. For a freewill donation, breakfast will be available from 8: 00 am - 10:00 am.

See results and photos from the 2009 Walk