by Jim Palmer | May 14, 2019 | blog
I would like to introduce you to another Orange County Rescue Mission Superhero: Paul Ratkovich! For the past 10 years, Paul Ratkovich has been volunteering at Orange County Rescue Mission by providing delicious meals, cooking lessons and professional opportunities...
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 | Dec 19, 2018 | blog
“Sometimes you need to lose everything to see what’s really important.” These words of wisdom come from Rae Glenn, a former resident and current volunteer here at Orange County Rescue Mission. When I first met Rae, she had arrived at the Village of Hope after 15...
by Jim Palmer | Sep 19, 2018 | blog
Orange County Rescue Mission is blessed to work with some amazing and talented professionals – especially in our kitchen! And last weekend one of our volunteers, Chef Paul Ratkovich, was recognized for his outstanding talents at the 3rd Annual Tustin Chefs Gourmet...
by Jim Palmer | Sep 10, 2018 | blog
I would like to shine the spotlight on two more of our incredible volunteers: Kathy & Lissa! As a volunteer tutor in Orange County Rescue Mission’s High School Education Program, Lissa is tutoring adults who are studying for their high school equivalency tests....