M i a m i R e s c u e M i s s i o n / B r o w a r d O u t r e a c h C e n t e r s

The Miami Rescue Mission, Inc. Operates Centers in Miami, Hollywood and Pompano Beach

Serving South Florida Since 1922 October 2012

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The Caring Place

During the 2012 Feds Feed Families Food Drive, U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Miami Sector Border Patrol donated approximately 545 pounds of food to the Miami Rescue Mission / Broward Outreach Centers. Feds Feed Families is a voluntary effort undertaken by federal employees across the country, who take time outside of their work day to collect and donate food and non-perishable items for food banks in their community.

From left to right, Jodie Izquierdo; Alicia Swathwood; Joe Santiago; Assistant Chief Patrol Agent James Amorelli; Nina Corbe, Miami Rescue Mission; Ana Cohan, Supervisory Sector Enforcement Specialist, and point of contact for this year’s Feds Feed Families food drive collection; and Assistant Chief Patrol Agent Victor Colon from Miami Sector Border Patrol, Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

It’s Time To“Pack The Pantry”

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Tune Into Our Share-A-Thon, November 14th on WIOD News Radio 610 AM or 100.3 FM from 7 AM to 7 PM

It ’s Time to “Pack the Pantry!”

“ P a c k T h e P a n t r y ” N e e d s

Dear Life-Changer,

It’s always a blessing to see people move from despair, depression and hopelessness to success and happiness. Thank you for your support and partnership in helping us reach out to those in our communities who are hurting. Even though the economy is still so uncertain, we continue to move forward with our vision: “No One is Homeless”.

Even now we are preparing for the fall. We expect to feed over 220,000 meals by the end of the year. Hope often begins with a meal and there are many more people in need of hope and healing. Help us with our annual “Pack the Pantry” campaign (see below). This is a great project for your place of worship, business, school, club or organization. It’s so rewarding to see what young people are doing; school kids,

college students, and young adults are becoming more involved in helping the homeless at our Centers in Miami, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach. We’re also fast approaching our “No One is Homeless” special campaign starting in mid November and continuing until mid December. We’re are having a humungous Radiothon with the theme “No One is Hungry” as part of our larger campaign. Please check our websites for more details. We want to increase the awareness of homelessness and also to raise funds for our programs. We simply could not do what we do without YOU! Together, we are serving more than 1,100 men, women, and children each day. Hundreds are enrolled in our residential programs. In fact, last year 712 men and women graduated our programs, found employment, and housing. YOU make this all possible! Blessings,

¤ Turkeys, Hams, Hamburgers, Chicken¤ Green Beans¤ Grean Peas, Carrots¤ Other Canned Vegetables¤ Various Pastas¤ Cranberry Sauce¤ Instant Potatoes¤ Corn & Cooking Oil¤ Collard Greens, Lettuce, Tomatoes¤ Sweet Potatoes¤ Tomato Paste & Spaghetti Sauce¤ Rice, Stuffi ng Mix¤ Dinner Rolls¤ Fruits (Canned or Fresh)¤ Coffee, Sugar, Creamer¤ Eggs, Bacon, Bread¤ Pies, Cakes and Other Desserts¤ Assorted Sodas, Fruit Juices, Milk¤ Salt, Pepper, Other Spices¤ Cheese, Mayonnaise, Ketchup, Mustard¤ Disposable Plastic Utensils¤ Disposable Paper Cups & Plates¤ Large Garbage Bags¤ Heavy Duty Aluminium Foil¤ Metal Forks, Spoons & Knifes

The Florida Miss US Nation Pageant Finals were held in September. Nora Marvilli, CEO of Bella Fashion Designs, organized this event. Bella Fashion Designs is a mega fashion house that works with all types of careers associated with fashion. The Pageant also helped raise funds for Girlfriends 4 Girlfriends (G4G). G4G is a special group of women that care about safe and affordable housing for women and children. Their goal is to raise $250,000 for housing formerly homeless women who have graduated from the Miami Center for Women and Children.

This multiplex will house at least 6 women with their children. It is anticipated that a house can be purchased, renovated, and opened by the summer of 2013. We are so grateful for Nora, her staff, and the contestants that are helping to make the G4G housing dream come true. The next Pageant fundraiser is October 6th. You, your group, or organization can get involved in providing safe housing for women and children. For more information contact: Marilyn Brummitt at marilynb@caringplace.org or call 305.571.2200 or go to our website:www.miamirescuemission.com/g4g.

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R e m e m b e r M i a m i R e s c u e M i s s i o n I n c . I n Y o u r W i l l O r T r u s t Tune Into Our Share-A-Thon, November 14th on WIOD News Radio 610 AM or 100.3 FM from 7 AM to 7 PM

J i l l Has New Hope and FutureJill never thought she would end up homeless, but this became a reality when she was laid off from a major hospital as a nurse. She lost her apartment and ended up living in her car for a short period. Jill came to our Center for Women and Children just seeking a safe place to stay while she looked for work. “I am so grateful for the Center and all the help I received. The staff was amazing. It was like staying with family. They helped me with my job search and it was only a few weeks until I found employment. I was able to stay and save some money to get an apartment. You never know when you are going to be the one in need and need asssitance. I am very grateful to all the supporters that made the Center possible and helped me get my life back on track.” Your support changes lives everyday!

You are the KEY to Restored Lives!Your support is critical in helping men, women, and children get the help they need to become successful in life. There are so many ways to help:• Volunteer• Donate Financially• Food Drives• Toy Drives• Clothing Drives• Donate furniture and other usable items• Donate your car, boat, or RV• Shop in our Thrift StoresVisit our websites to learn more.Our Supporters are the Greatest People in the World

Thank You For Your Support, Your Gifts Express Compassion in Action to Those in Need

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Miami Rescue Mission, Inc.Broward Outreach CentersRev. Ronald Brummitt, President

Administration Miami: (305) 571-2215BOC Hollywood: (954) 926-7417BOC Pompano: (954) 979-6365

Web Address:www.miamirescuemission.com

www.browardoutreachcenter.com

Miami Rescue Mission, Inc.

Administration Offi ces2159 NW 1st Court, Miami

Mail: PO Box 420620Miami, FL 33242-0620

(305) 571-2273

Center for Men2020 NW 1st Avenue, Miami

(305) 571-2211

Jeffrey A. Tew Education Center2010 NW 1st Avenue, Miami

(305) 571-2243

Center for Women & Children2250 NW 1st Avenue, Miami

(305) 571-2250

Industrial Division2159 NW 1st Court, Miami

(305) 573-6340

Bargain Barn I & Plus2233 NW 1st Court, Miami

(305) 571-2217

Broward Outreach Center Hollywood

2056 Scott StreetHollywood, FL 33020

(954) 926-7417

Broward Outreach Center Pompano

1700 Blount RoadPompano Beach, FL 33069

(954) 979-6365

Donation Center2200 NW 1st Avenue, Miami

Donation Hotline:Local Calls: (305) 573-6340

1-800-817-HOPE

Auto AuctionFirst Saturday of Every Month

Gates Open at 8:00 AMAuction at 10:00 AM2159 NW 1st Court

(305) 573-6340

Be sure to tune into our radio shows: Mission Possible: The Good News Program, Sunday Mornings at 9 AM on NewsRadio 610 AM WIOD (100.3 FM); Life Changers, Monday, Wednesday, & Fridays at 6:00 PM on 1080 AM WHIM; and on Saturday at 9:30 AM on Life FM, 90.9 andCambiando Vidas, Sunday at 8:30 AM on 1360 AM Radio Luz. It’s great to share what is happening in our communities.

Like to be on the radio with us? Have some good news?Contact us at ron@caringplace.org or call 305.571.2273.

Charles Has A Lot to Smile About “When I got to the Broward Outreach Center, I was a total mess. I mean a real mess. I grew up in Ohio and came from a pretty good family. My dad was in constrution and that’s what I’ve been doing my entire life. He got me in the union at an early age (just out of High School) and I was doing great. I worked on many jobs including large skyscrapers. In my early 20’s, I got married and things could not have been better. That was until I started drinking heavy. My dad was a heavy drinker and I never wanted to put my family through what he had put my brothers and sisters through. I really don’t know why I started drinking so much. I was hanging around the other carpenters and wanted to fi t in. I would go to the bar with them and my drinking became out of control. My drinking led to taking drugs and eventually crack cocaine. I lost my job, my respect, and my family. I came to Broward in 2004 to get a clean start and fi nd work. I just could not seem to get my life in order. Last year I found about Broward Outreach Center. With the help I received, I am now drug and alcohol free. More importantly, I’m working, living good, happy, and helping others.”

Charles Has A Lot to Smile About“When I got to the Broward Outreach Center, I was a total mess. I mean a real mess. I grew up in Ohio and came from a pretty good family. My dad was in constrution and that’s what I’ve been doing my entire life. He got me in the union at an early age (just out of High School) and I was doing great. I worked on many jobs including large skyscrapers. In my early 20’s, I got married and things could not have been better. That was until I started drinking heavy. My dad was a heavy drinker and I never wanted to put my family through what he had put my brothers and sisters through. I really don’t know why I started drinking so much. I was hanging around the other carpenters and wanted to fi t in. I would go to the bar with them and my drinking became out of control. My drinking led to taking drugs and eventually crack cocaine. I lost my job, my respect, and my family. I came to Broward in 2004 to get a clean start and fi nd work. I just could not seem to get my life in order. Last year I found about Broward Outreach Center. With the help I received, I am now drug and alcohol free. More importantly, I’m working, living