by Jim Palmer | Sep 12, 2019 | blog
Three of the teens that live at our Laurel House home for at-risk and homeless teen girls had the opportunity to attend camp this summer. But not just any camp – a week-long intensive training camp that teaches high school students real-world...
by Jim Palmer | Apr 10, 2019 | blog
Last Sunday, I had the incredible joy of witnessing our newest group of graduates from the Rescue Missions programs accept their diplomas and cross the stage, signifying a successful completion of their journey with us. But another highlight of our graduations...
by Jim Palmer | Jul 12, 2017 | blog
Summer is in full-swing at the Rescue Mission and the children here are enjoying the sunshine and freedom! Alongside some wonderful community partners, the Rescue Mission puts on a summer program each year called Summer to Remember, which gives these children a...
by Jim Palmer | Jul 11, 2016 | blog
For 40 years Concordia University has been preparing “students not just for jobs but also for service,” states Concordia President Kurt Krueger in a recent article in the Daily Pilot. I am grateful for the leadership of President Krueger and the Concordia staff...
by Jim Palmer | Apr 11, 2016 | blog
Do you ever find yourself wondering what the future will look like, when the young people of today become tomorrow’s leaders? As I look back to my early years as a nonprofit leader, I am thankful for those who invested in me, to help me to become the community leader...
