by Jim Palmer | Oct 17, 2016 | blog
The Rescue Mission’s graduation ceremony is a life affirming event. Many of the graduates have been part of our communities for up to two years; we have shared life together. I am reminded at the graduation of how far these friends have come, the journey they have had...
by Jim Palmer | Jul 25, 2016 | blog
For every Rescue Mission graduation, we honor the tradition of a valedictorian. I want to share with you the words of valedictorian, Geoff Jennings, who graduated in June. Geoff’s journey with Orange County Rescue Mission started at our Double R Ranch program. Jobs...
by Jim Palmer | Jul 6, 2016 | blog
One of my favorite events throughout the year is Orange County Rescue Mission’s graduation ceremonies. There is nothing more exciting than seeing an individual or a family that was once all too familiar with poverty, homelessness, hardship, and sorrow now cross the...
by Jim Palmer | Jun 22, 2016 | blog
I want to thank Tustin Unified School District, who has partnered with Orange County Rescue Mission’s Sunwest Bank Success Center. Tustin Unified believes it is never too late to get a high school diploma, and so do we. All residents, regardless of age, are required...
by Jim Palmer | Jan 13, 2016 | blog
These beaming faces belong to our most recent class of Rescue Mission graduates. Each of these individuals has successfully completed our two year program, attained sobriety, sought employment, managed their finances and found independent housing. We truly celebrate...
