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Benny worked hard and enjoyed a life of independence, until extreme back problems made it impossible for him to work. He was relieved to receive some financial help for his disability, but it was not enough to make ends meet. Isolated and frightened for his survival, Benny turned to The Scott Mission. Here, he found tangible help with food and clothing, as well as the encouragement … Read More

The kind support of caring friends ensures that Christmas at The Scott Mission is a reason to celebrate! Your compassion will provide delicious meals, festive decorations, holiday programs, and so much more: 2,600 families in need will receive a $45 grocery gift card and a bag full of groceries so they can enjoy a wonderful Christmas at home. Thousands of children … Read More

Poverty was new to Joyce and her family. Their fear and hopelessness were made even worse because they didn’t know anyone and had nowhere to turn for help. Then a friend from church told Joyce she could find help €and hope at The Scott Mission. “They told me, ‘€There’s a place you can go. There’s help out there,’”€ Joyce says, remembering the day when … Read More

Susan Cloyd loves to help others. In her professional life, she worked as an emergency room nurse. There, she frequently encountered homeless people and their great need always made her want to do more to help them. So upon retiring Susan joined our wonderful team of volunteers at The Scott Mission, and turned her compassion toward those who are hungry, homeless, and hurting. Over the … Read More