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Sometimes Kids Say it Best!
It's not often that I get the time to visit with the kids who are part of Orange County Rescue Mission. But it is always an inspiration to me when I get to hear from them! Click the video below to enjoy a recent interview with two kids who live at Village of Hope, and...
Theresa Walker Reports – OC Response to Meet the Needs of COVID-19
Reporter Theresa Walker of the Orange County Register is a great advocate for those in need throughout Orange County. She recently published an article about how Orange County is mobilized to help those hit with financial losses during the pandemic. Orange County...
Distance Learning for 66 Kids!
It's the subject of social media videos and memes. And even if you don't have school-age children, you can't help but be intrigued by this new nationwide phenomenon of every family becoming a homeschool family! Imagine conducting school from home for 66 kids! Click...
Volunteer Spotlight: Scott Walker
I am humbled and thankful for the people, corporations, foundations and churches that give to Orange County Rescue Mission. We are 100% privately funded by the generosity of others. Each and every volunteer is greatly valued and appreciated! Scott Walker, also known...
Corporations that Care: Dretloh Aircraft Supply, Inc.
I am humbled and thankful for the people, corporations, foundations and churches that give to Orange County Rescue Mission. We are 100% funded privately by the generosity of others. Each and every donor is greatly valued and appreciated! We are all working to keep...
Lead in a Time of Challenge – Wait Well
Series continued from part 1 on March 24, 2020. Click here to read part 1. As another week of the COVID-19 pandemic comes to a close, it is apparent that while we share the same burden of "stay-at-home" orders, our personal stories of how the pandemic is affecting us...
OCRM is “Activated” for COVID-19 Emergency Services
In the early phases of planning the Village of Hope, we saw the potential of serving our local and national communities with emergency services and disaster relief. We have provided services during several wildfires and for Hurricane Katrina victims. And now, the...
Orange County Rescue Mission in the Epoch Times
I had the opportunity to talk with Epoch Times Southern California reporter, Jamie Joseph, about our concerns for the older homeless population, including veterans. These men and women are especially vulnerable to being infected with the novel coronavirus. And we are...
Lead in a Time of Challenge – Stay Calm
In my many years as a leader, I have learned how to face challenges and lead through them for the well-being of others. And not surprisingly the challenge I am facing now is the same as yours. How do I respond in the face of the novel coronavirus pandemic? You may not...
Disneyland Hotel is Still Bringing Happiness!
Especially these days, it makes me happy to see the kindness of others. The Disneyland Hotel took the time to gather and package six pallets of food and donated it to Orange County Rescue Mission. Their delicious food that sadly could not be served to their guests,...
Volunteer Spotlight: Katherine McPhie and Milan Narula
I want to share about two young women that are making a huge impact at Orange County Rescue Mission and the surrounding community. Katherine McPhie and Milan Narula were named winners of the 2019 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Each year, the Barron Prize...
Congratulations to the 2019 OCBJ 500 Influencers!
Congratulations to these generous supporters for being named in the Orange County Business Journal's 2019 OC 500 Directory of Influence. We are so grateful for these leaders, for their contributions to Orange County and their support of the Rescue Mission. Thank you...
Volunteer Spotlight: Rusty Veary
I want to share about Rusty Veary's unique contribution to Orange County Rescue Mission. Rusty has chosen to use his hobby of coffee roasting for a greater purpose! It is inspiring how we can use our unique interests and talents to serve others. With more time to...
Invitation to Apologetics at the Rescue Mission: Jesus Can Handle Your Doubts
Join us at Village of Hope on Monday, March 9, at 6:30 pm to hear from Bobby Conway, creator of OneMinuteApologist.com, on how to find confidence in Jesus Christ during times of doubt. The event is free to the public. Please, invite others! Village of Hope is located...
Donations for the fire victims are pouring in!
I really appreciate all of the media attention that has been given to the need for donations to replace what was lost in the Chatham Village Apartments fire in Tustin on February 12. In response, people are giving generously to help their neighbors! Below is an...
Being a Good Neighbor to Tustin Fire Victims
I am heartbroken to hear of the total loss of property in the Tuesday early morning fire at the Chatham Village Apartments in Tustin. But also, I'm so thankful that with neighbors helping each other and the assistance of the Orange County Fire Authority and the Tustin...
Excelerate Capital Gives Joy to Laurel House Girls
The teen girls at Laurel House, one of the organizations that I have the opportunity to serve as President, were treated like princesses by Excelerate Capital! During their Christmas season "Gifts of Joy" event, the girls and the house parents were all invited to the...
Invitation to Apologetics at the Rescue Mission: Responding to Relativism
Join us at Village of Hope on Monday, February 10, at 6:30 pm to hear from Claudia Kalmikov, popular KKLA apologetics speaker and teacher, about how we can respond to the mindset of relativism in our post-modern culture. The event is free to the public. Please, invite...
Angels’ Manager Joe Maddon Visits Village of Hope
The Los Angeles Angels' spring training is just weeks away, but that didn't stop Manager Joe Maddon from taking the time for his first charitable appearance since arriving in Orange County. We are grateful that he and his Respect 90 Foundation chose Orange County...
Spectacular Holiday Season, Thanks to Our Supporters!
I really enjoy how events and celebrations bring people together and add some fun and happiness to our lives, and especially blessing our residents with celebrations. These celebrations give them extra uplifting moments as they do the hard work of overcoming...
Business Community Spotlight: Mission Viejo Country Club
Each year, Links Players and Orange County Rescue Mission hosts the OC Charity Classic Golf Tournament to mutually benefit our ministries. An important key to making a golf tournament successful is the venue. And we are so grateful to have found Mission Viejo Country...
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, January 2020
In recent years the plight of victims of human trafficking has gained awareness. It is a heartbreaking reality, and yet we cannot ignore it. I am grateful for the efforts to prevent human trafficking on the national and international levels. But there are victims that...
Invitation to Apologetics at the Rescue Mission: How do We Know the Bible has the Right Books?
Join us at Village of Hope on Monday, January 13, at 6:30 pm to hear from Krista Bontrager as she teaches on this important question regarding the Bible. The Bible can be confusing; it will be great to have some solid teaching and clarification on this subject matter!...
$50,000 Matching Gift!
One of the best times to give to Orange County Rescue Mission is not only at the end of the year, but when we have a matching gift! If you are a person that likes to maximize opportunities, today is a great day to give to Orange County Rescue Mission. But the matching...
Maximize Your Donation to Change More Lives
Donate by midnight on December 31st to meet the deadline for the $50,000 matching gift! Every year-end gift given will help us to be ready to meet the challenge of continuing to help more moms and kids, like Kara and her daughter pictured above, in 2020. Give a...
Merry Christmas!
Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year; I love to celebrate the greatest story in all of histroy, which begins with the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Can you imagine the excitement the shepherds must have felt to witness the arrival of their...
Orange County Businesses Help Raise 30,000 Meals for Turkey Trot OC 5K!
I want to be sure to thank the many businesses that sponsored our 6th Annual Turkey Trot OC 5K! They make a tremendous impact in offsetting the costs of the event. Thank you 6th Annual Turkey Trot OC 5K sponsors! Presenting Sponsor: Naked Zebra Elite Sponsors: Oltmans...
NBC4 News Team at Village of Hope
We were so excited to have Vikki Vargas from NBC Los Angeles Channel 4 news stop by Orange County Rescue Mission's Village of Hope! She shared with the community about our current urgent Christmas need, which is gifts for the parents that live at Village of Hope....
Thank You for an Amazing Giving Tuesday!
Thank you for a very generous response on Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday donors raised over 30,000 meals to feed homeless men, women, children, and veterans – in just one day! We are so grateful for your support.
Invitation to Apologetics at the Rescue Mission: Bad Arguments Against Religion
Join us at Village of Hope on Monday, December 9, at 6:30 pm to hear from Greg Koukl as he teaches on this important subject matter. You are encourage to attend, even if you are skeptical! The event is free to the public. Please, invite others! Village of Hope is...