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From time to time, the Mission holds special events to raise support for specific programs, highlight an urgent need, or celebrate the holidays. Coming out to these events, or even volunteering at one, is a great way for you, your family, or a group you’re part of to really make a difference for our neighbors in need! Contact the Volunteer/Events Coordinator at 765-456-3838 for more information.

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July 2021

Beef Up the Mission

July 15, 2021 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Each July, a favorite annual event is "Beef Up the Mission".  "Beef Up the Mission" started in 1989 with the help of WWKI Radio and White's Meat Market and quickly became an annual event.  Around the area at local 4-H Livestock Auctions, donors and friends of the Kokomo Rescue Mission purchase Steers and Hogs, and then tell the auctioneer "Send it to the Mission!"  The beef and pork that comes from these 4-H animals is used throughout the year, to feed those…

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Back to School Assistance – New Shoes, Socks & Undergarments July 20-23

July 20, 2021 - July 23, 2021

The new school year is just around the corner, and we want every student to experience the joy of receiving a brand new pair of school shoes. Qualified students, 5-18 years old entering K-12th grade, will receive brand new shoes, socks, and undergarments for the coming school year.  Children must be present with their parent/legal guardian.  The Kokomo Rescue Mission, in partnership with Crossroads Community Church and other area churches, invites income-qualified members of the community to come “shop” for free back to school shoes for students. Students and siblings will also receive a voucher for school clothing from our fully stocked Care & Share Store.

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August 2021

5th Sunday – ‘Restock Sunday’ – August 29th

August 29, 2021

August 29 You can make a difference! Here are our current “Re-Stock Sunday” needs for the August Fifth Sunday. Thank you for helping to meet these needs. Items to Donate: Disinfectant Spray Antibacterial Hand Soap and Refills Toilet Bowl Cleaner Powdered Laundry Soap Paper Towel Toilet Tissue Coffee Please use the bulletin insert provided for your church. To receive an emailed file in Microsoft Publisher or a PDF file, please contact dspringer@rescuekokomo.org or call (765) 456-3838. News For The Pews…

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September 2021

FALL FOOD DRIVE – Now thru Friday, October 1st

September 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021

YOU CAN help the homeless, hungry and hurting men, women, children and families in our community by participating in our Fall Food Drive. Last year, the Mission's kitchen prepared 97,897 nutritious meals for our residential guests along with providing meals through our Grab & Go Meals to anyone in need of a meal in the community 365 days a year. We need YOUR HELP in keeping our kitchen stocked to help us continue meeting this need. Who can be involved?…

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October 2021

5th Sunday ‘Restock The Mission’ – October 31st

October 31, 2021

You can make a difference! Our last 5th Sunday - 'Restock Sunday' for the year will be on October 31st. Please help us by donating any of these items that are so important in the meeting the daily needs of the Mission. The items can be dropped off at the Mission office, 321 W. Mulberry St. on Monday 9:00 am-4:00 pm or Tuesday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Thank you for making a difference in the lives we…

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November 2021

Red Ribbon Christmas

November 1, 2021 - December 19, 2021

RED RIBBON CHRISTMAS OUTREACH KOKOMO DELIVERY DRIVERS We are need of volunteers the morning of Friday, December 17th to deliver Red Ribbon Christmas boxes! Boxes are bulky and heavy so a van, truck, or SUV works best. You will need to have at least one other person with you to deliver gifts as some boxes may be heavy or awkward to carry. All drivers must be registered prior to the event. If you are interested in helping with the delivery,…

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Thanksgiving Day Feast – Thursday, November 25th

November 25, 2021 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

This year the Kokomo Rescue Mission will continue to offer a generous Thanksgiving Feast to all who would like a meal. With the pandemic still present, along with our desire to keep everyone safe, we will once again be providing meals as delivery, drive through and Grab & Go only. To schedule a delivery meal, please call the Mission at 765-456-3838 November 8 - November 23, Monday - Friday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm. Meals will be delivered between 10:30 am-Noon…

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January 2022

5th Sunday ‘Restock The Mission’ – January 30

January 30

You can make a difference! Our first 5th Sunday - 'Restock Sunday' for the year will be on January 30th. Please help us by donating any of these items that are so important in meeting the daily needs of the Mission. The items can be dropped off at the Mission office, 321 W. Mulberry St. on Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Thank you for making a difference in the lives we serve! Items to Donate: Powdered Laundry Detergent Paper…

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February 2022

Walk A Mile In My Shoes – Walk Where You Are

February 1 @ 12:00 am - February 26 @ 12:00 am

            Last year we introduced, Walk Where You Are, as an option for teams to walk at different times and places as it was convenient for them. Once again we will be offering this as an alternative to the Walk A Mile In My Shoes event held at the Mission on Saturday, February 26.- 8:00 am - 10:30 am.  The Walk A Mile In My Shoes event is our main fundraiser for our Women's Ministries…

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Walk A Mile In My Shoes

February 26 @ 8:00 am - 10:30 am
Kokomo Rescue Mission, 321 W, Mulberry St.
Kokomo, IN

  Teams will gather at the Kokomo Rescue Mission and walk a one mile route past Watered Garden and Open Arms, our two shelters for women and women with children. This event is our main fundraiser for our Women's Ministries and helps support our two women's shelters. Start getting your teams together now! Click here for more information    

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April 2022

Volunteer Appreciation Month

April 1 - April 30

April Is Volunteer Appreciation Month THANK YOU to all our Volunteers for the time, energy and effort you have given to the Mission! We appreciate each one of you . . . Volunteers Make A Difference!  

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May 2022

National Day Of Prayer

May 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

The Howard County Day of Prayer will take place on Thursday, May 5th on the East side of the Court House Square in downtown Kokomo beginning at 12:00 Noon. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this national event. This event will incorporate many individuals from our local community who will lead us in prayer for our country and community. We will be praying specifically for our city, government, families, schools, churches, media and businesses. If inclement…

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BACK TO SCHOOL ASSISTANCE
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