The Rescue Mission Alliance of Syracuse

Social enterprise operations: The Rescue Mission operates 17 thrifty shopper stores in 7 counties and two eclectic thrift stores, 3fifteen. The clothing and household goods donated to our 14 attended donation centers and sorted by The donation redistribution center are sold at stores to generate revenue for program services or are given away to men, women and children in need through our outreach store. Social enterprise operations also provides workforce development and employment opportunities for The people served by The Rescue Mission.

Permanent housing programs: in addition to The emergency shelter, The Rescue Mission operates four residences. The first residence is gifford place which has a capacity of 28 and provides permanent housing for formerly homeless men moving toward independence. The second residence is crossroads which has a capacity of 59 and is an adult home for men over 21. The third residence is whitney place which has a capacity of 32 (11 single rooms and a 21 bed dormitory) where homeless men are able to rebuild their lives. The fourth is family transitions which has a total of 28 apartments at The merriman st. complex for families who have experienced homelessness and/or are victims of domestic violence. A three bedroom home for homeless women was opened in 2021 in binghamton ny. The community clothing center reopened in 2021 offering clothing, hygiene products and basic household items for men, women, and children.

Emergency assistance programs: currently programs are offered in Syracuse, binghamton, and auburn. These programs are designed to move individuals out of homelessness and toward regaining their independence. Over The four regions we serve, we provided a total of218,423 meals to men, women and children, provided 122,417 overnight stays. Throughout The year, we assisted 490 people obtain permanent supportive housing.