Need help? We're here for you!

Whether you need a hot meal, a safe place to stay, or a helping hand getting your life back on track, the Kokomo Rescue Mission is ready to welcome you. Here are some of the services we provide. Give us a call, or come see us.

“The Mission is a great place that helps people in need in many ways. They have given me crucial things that I need like food and clothing.”

NEED SHELTER?

THE KOKOMO RESCUE MISSION HAS ROOM FOR YOU!

24 hour shelter is available for men, women and women with children 365 days a year.

CALL 765-456-3838

You can receive two healthy meals 365 days a year!

No qualification needed!

Free meals are served everyday in our Dining Room located on the east side of the building at 321 W. Mulberry St, Kokomo, IN.

Meal Times:

Lunch is served from 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm

Dinner is served from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

We offer emergency shelter accommodations for men, women, and women with children at the Kokomo Rescue Mission.

We have dedicated programs for both men and women to help you get back on your feet, regain your independence, advance your education, acquire new job skills, and grow in your faith. We also have longer-term residential programs that offer assistance with recovery, counseling, and other individualized help.

Note: If you believe you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

Men

The men’s entrance at 321 W. Mulberry (East door) is open for check in at 4:00 pm or call 765-456-3838. You will be asked a few questions to see how we can best serve you.  You will need to bring your photo ID, birth certificate and Social Security card. If you don’t have these, no worries, we will help you obtain those important documents  Our space is very limited, please do not bring a lot of items, no weapons etc.  You will also be asked to submit to a drug test; however, this result will not necessarily prevent you from being accepted.

Women

Please call 765-319-3660 or 765-456-3077.  You will be asked a few questions to see how we can best serve you.  You will need to bring your photo ID, birth certificate and Social Security card. If you don’t have these, no worries, we will help you obtain those important documents.  Our space is very limited, please do not bring a lot of items, no weapons etc.  You will also be asked to submit to a drug test; however, this result will not necessarily prevent you from being accepted.

Women with Children

Please call 765-456-3077.  You will be asked a few questions to see how we can best serve you.  You will need to bring your photo ID, birth certificate and Social Security card. If you don’t have these, no worries, we will help you obtain those important documents Our space is very limited, please do not bring a lot of items, no weapons etc.  You will also be asked to submit to a drug test; however, this result will not necessarily prevent you from being accepted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEED FOOD, CLOTHING OR OTHER THINGS?

We can also provide grocery, clothing, houseware items and personal care items to neighbors in need through the Mission’s Assistance Program. To apply for these, you’ll need the following:

  • Photo ID for the person making the application
  • Social Security Card for each member of the household
  • Proof of Income – any ONE of the following items:
    •  Previous year’s IRS 1040 form.
    • Letter from Family Service showing approval for Food Stamps (SNAP) and the date approved.
    • Current Food Stamp (SNAP) card AND a grocery receipt less than 30 days old showing a balance greater than $0.00.
    • A recent award letter from Medicaid, TANF, WIC, SSI or SSD OR a letter stating the application has been filed for government assistance.
    • A copy of applicant’s lease or most recent re-certification letter showing the applicant is living in subsidized housing.

To apply online:

Click this link to apply or call 765-456-3838 if you do not have internet access.

APPLICATION

  1. Complete the application.  Areas with an * are required fields.  You will not be able to submit the application if these fields are not completed.  After you’ve completed the application, click ‘Submit Application‘.
  2. You should see a “Thank you” message and you will receive one in your email as well.  Someone on our Assistance Team will be in touch with you shortly.
  3. You will be asked to submit proof of income and other documents to qualify.
  4. A confirmation email will be sent once you have successfully completed your application and qualify for assistance.

"From the moment I walked in the door, I felt truly loved."~ Amy

 

 

 

 

 

 

Care & Share Store – 314 W. Mulberry Street

 

 

VISIT OUR CARE & SHARE STORE

If you are in need of quality gently used clothing, household items, furniture and more, stop in at our Care & Share Store to find many items at great prices. During the week you will find many sales, Monday is our Senior Citizen Day offering 25% off purchase, the first Tuesday of the month is our 50% Storewide Sale – some exclusions apply, Every Day we offer a Military Discount of 10% off purchase, and we have Color Tag Sales Weekly.

 

 

Shelter is available 24 hours a day-365 days a year!

Call 765-456-3838 if shelter is needed

The Kokomo Rescue Mission has shelter available for:

Men, Women and Women with Children