Groundbreaking Ceremony Phase 1, August 2020
A groundbreaking ceremony for Phase 1 of the Village of Hope campus was held on August 11th. Mark Mayo, board chairperson, painted a beautiful picture of the vision we share of a place where people’s lives will be transformed through the power of Jesus Christ. People without homes who are discharged from the hospital will find an inviting environment where they can recover and make plans for a place of their own. Families with young children who have been displaced will find refuge and a safe place from which they can make plans for their future. Veterans who are homeless will also have a place that will give them stability as they work towards independence. The Village of Hope will be a wonderful community where love, peace, and hope will be evident. The light of Christ will shine and illuminate the lives of people who come to this campus. Phase 1 is expected to be complete by November of 2021.
Phase 2 of the Village of Hope campus will provide space for the Rescue Mission’s faith-based ministry. In Phase 2 our Hope for Men and Women’s programs will have space to expand and meet the needs of men and women who are seeking life-change. There will also be a facility for pregnant women who are homeless, as well as a chapel, classrooms, and office space. Phase 2 of the Village of Hope campus is dependent upon raising funds from generous donors like you. The Mission is grateful for the many ways that you provide support, especially through prayer. In the coming 2 years, the Mission will need to raise 6 to 7 million dollars to fund the next phase of the Village of Hope.
In addition to building the Village of Hope, collaboration with the County is critical. To learn more, click this link.