STORIES OF HOPE
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Meet the men, women and families whose needs have been met and lives transformed thanks to your compassion and care.

Hope in Hard Places: Jonah’s Journey Forward
Jonah came to City Union Mission during a difficult season. Through Scripture, prayer, supportive relationships, and Christ-centered care, he is finding hope, stability, and new direction.

Meet Kendra
Meet Kendra Kendra is counting her blessings this fall. “Learning that I am a child of God gave me more confidence in myself.” Kendra always tried to do the right

Willie’s Story of Finding New Hope, Healing and a New Path Forward
William “Willie” Leopard found faith, structure, and a new path forward through City Union Mission’s Christian Life Program.

Ben’s Story: From Isolation to Hope at City Union Mission
After loss, alcoholism, and isolation changed the course of his life, Ben found faith, community, and a new direction at City Union Mission. Now, at 51, he is preparing to return to school and pursue a career in technology.

How LaDale Found Faith and Renewal at City Union Mission
After years of homelessness, LaDale found faith, stability, and renewed hope at City Union Mission. Now preparing to enter the Christian Life Program, he is moving forward with new goals and confidence in God’s plan for his life.

How Tatyana Built Faith, Structure, and a Stronger Foundation
Through City Union Mission’s New Life Program, Tatyana found the faith, structure, and practical support she needed to build a stronger foundation for herself and her son while growing into the mother God has called her to be.

Michael’s Story of Faith, Growth, and Long-Term Recovery
Michael came to City Union Mission carrying battles from his past. Through faith, structure, and support in a long-term recovery program, he is finding healing, growth, and new direction.

Meet Crystal
Meet Crystal See how your compassion gave Crystal a fresh start… “I learned to walk with God.” Crystal’s childhood was mostly happy, surrounded by family. But her life was disrupted

Meet Ashanafi
Meet Ashanafi Ashanafi’s future is bright this Easter! Thank you for sharing hope in his darkest time. Ashanafi was just 9 years old when his father passed away. From then

Remembering Deanna “Dee Dee” Lynn Ward
Remembering Deanna “Dee Dee” Lynn Ward A Life Marked by resilience, courage, and love. Deanna “Dee Dee” Lynn Ward was born on August 8th, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, and