The Domino Effect – Cherie’s Story
Cherie Amos-Persson had it all – a loving husband, four healthy children, a nice house, and a career in real estate. But then the dominos started to fall. When her husband passed away of colon cancer, Cherie, in addition to grieving her loss, had to move her family to a different, more affordable area of […]
Touching Little Lives – Volunteer Spotlight: Dave and Sherri Seligson
Beginning a new Life – Mission Accomplished: Trequena (Tiki)
The Face of Grace – Success Story: Cody Sims
Art is More Than a Pretty Picture – Volunteer Spotlight: ArtWorks-Orlando
Paying It Forward – Mission Accomplished: Vaida Aleska
The Meaning of Home – Success Story: Calesha
The Power of One: Dawn Sipley’s Story
One may seem like a small number, but Dawn Sipley knows that the power that number holds is significant. “Your whole life can be changed in one night being left unsheltered,” she confirms. Dawn’s earliest memories included homelessness. Her father was abusive, and both parents struggled with addiction. In nights of rage, Dawn’s father forced […]
One Smile at a Time: Main Event
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] “Connecting People, Making Memories…One Smile at a Time” is Main Event’s mission. For the past year, Orlando Union Rescue Mission has felt more connected, made more memories, and smiled wider thanks to its partnership with Main Event. Main Event is a family-friendly destination with a restaurant, endless games and activities, and a commitment to […]
Life Changer: Natalie
Natalie and her son are thriving at the Mission, surrounded by friends, and growing spiritually. But it wasn’t always that way. She and her son fled an abusive relationship with her son’s father in New York to come to Florida, seeking shelter with her mother and brother. With her tax refund in hand, Natalie planned […]