Waterfront Mission

Vince Gill Event "Hope Comes Home"

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Vince Gill to attend George Jones memorial service, but wil still perform Thursday's fundraiser in Mobile

Pack The PODS

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ellyson Industrial Park holds food drive with a chance to win an iPad!

The Mission's Choir is Making "A Joyful Noise"

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In 2012, the ministry expanded and created a client choir known as A Joyful Noise.

Volunteer with the Mission and Make a Difference

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Are you looking to become more involved in the ministry at Waterfront Rescue Mission?

More Beds Means Fewer People on the Street

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Pensacola Men's Rescue Shelter adds bunk beds to increase shelter for guests.

Second Annual Krewe Karrus Navalis Mardi Gras Food Drive

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Krewe Karrus Navalis is challenging all local Krewes participating in Pensacola Mardi Gras to donate canned food to the 2^nd Annual Karrus Navalis Krewe Challenge Food Drive.

Christmas Banquet and Cold Weather

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

After serving more than 1,300 meals along the Gulf Coast on Christmas Day, the Mission is preparing for the cold weather to hit the area.

National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An entire week full of events to bring about awareness

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity partners with the Mission

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Partnership with the state of Florida has helped provide funding for new shelter

Boeing Holds Food Drive for the Fort Walton Beach Mission

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Boeing's "Can Do" spirit helps those in Fort Walton Beach

Help needed to prepare for Isaac!

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Please help the Mission gather needed items in preparation for Tropical Storm Isaac

Dedication Ceremony for New Pensacola Rescue Shelter

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The new Pensacola Rescue Shelter will celebrate with a Dedication Ceremony on Sunday September 9th.

Waterfront Rescue Mission of Pensacola Floods

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Rescue Mission sustains a foot and a half of water damage

Vince Gill Visits Waterfront Rescue Mission of Mobile

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Grammy award winner shares his talents with the Mission

Better Business Bureau Torch Award!

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission honored with the 2012 Better Business Bureau Torch Award from the BBB of Northwest Florida.

Spring Cleaning

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Get organized, help the Mission and the environment!

Art For A Change

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Mission hosts its first annual Dinner and Silent Auction Event

Mardi Gras Krewe Karrus Navalis Food Drive Challenge

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Krewe Karrus Navalis is challenging Krewes to collect as much food as possible before Fat Tuesday.

The Mission Receives Grant to Help with Oil Spill

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront receives $102,000 grant from The Community Foundation of South Alabama to help those affected by the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.

Temperatures Drop While Need Increases

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With temperatures forecasted in the freezing range, Waterfront Rescue Mission has had an influx of guests.

Annual Christmas Banquet

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

All are invited to share a meal at the Mission on Christmas Day.

Wal-Mart Supports The Mission in New Shelter Project

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Wal-Mart Foundation awards Waterfront Rescue Mission $50,000.

Great Thanksgiving Banquet!

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Mission welcomes the poor, hungry, and homeless to a great Thanksgiving Banquet.

2011 National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week!

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission prepares for a week of events to bring about hunger and homeless awareness.

Cooking for the Community Fundraiser

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Cooking for the Community is selling Boston Butts and has decided to partner with Waterfront Rescue Mission to maximize giving.

Heat and the Homeless

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission Goes Green to Help the Homeless

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission opened a new Recycling & Donation Center (RDC) in Mobile, AL on April 15. The RDC is now accepting a variety of donated items from the community including clothing, aluminum siding and household wares.

Pensacola Rescue Shelter Groundbreaking Ceremony!

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission will hold a groundbreaking ceremony in recognition of the start of construction for the future Pensacola rescue shelter on Herman Street on April 20 at 9 a.m. The public is invited to witness this historic event.

Grand Opening of Cantonment Bargain Center!

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission will open their sixth Bargain Center in Cantonment, Florida on Saturday, March 5! Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Centers sell a variety of items including clothing, furniture, household appliances, and much more!

Waterfront Rescue Mission's Christmas Banquet!

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Mission staff is gearing up to prepare, serve and deliver close to 5,300 free meals on Christmas Day to those in need. The Waterfront Rescue Mission is requesting the help of the community for this great event.

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week! Nov. 14-20

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Each year the Waterfront Rescue Mission joins with the EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless to take part in National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (NHHAW). A full week of activities are scheduled during the week of Nov. 14 -20.

MISSION APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED IN PEPSI REFRESH PROJECT!

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission is asking for the community's help to win up to $100,000 for the homeless!

WRM Invites Community to Help!

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Mission staff is gearing up to prepare, serve and distribute up to 5,900 meals on Thanksgiving Day alone! The Waterfront Rescue Mission is requesting the help of the community for this great event.

Oil Reaches the Waterfront Rescue Mission

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In July, the Mission experienced a 30% increase in nights of shelter provided compared to the same time last year.

Pensacola Mission Moving After 60 Years

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

After over 60 years in the same downtown location the Waterfront Rescue Mission will be moving.

Cold Weather Leaves Mission in Need

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Mission was feeding 300 people a day at the height of the cold weather which meant a fast reduction of all food supplies.

National Television Personality Volunteers at the Mission on Thanksgiving!

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Allen Lyle, the co-host of national TV's popular home improvement show, Today's Homeowner, and the syndicated radio program, Homefront, is traded in his tool belt for an apron on Thanksgiving Day!

New Season ‘09 Brings “Under the Overpass” Author to Mobile

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. on November 20th at the Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center in downtown Mobile. There is no charge to guests and all donations that day will go directly to the Mission. Last year's event raised some $150,000.

Mission Receives Proclamation for Week of NHHAW

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Escambia Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation to the president of the Waterfront Rescue Mission, Mick Breault, in honor of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week last night at one of the Commissioners monthly meetings.

Shalimar United Methodist Church Provides a Feast at Ft. Walton Beach Mission

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Shalimar UMC not only provided nourishment for our bodies, they fed our souls through generous fellowship with everyone as they served. It was a wonderful blessing all around.

Mission Welcomes New Leader in Fort Walton Beach

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Brian Ekedahl became the Executive Director for the Fort Walton Beach location of the Waterfront Rescue Mission in June of this year.

Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Awards Banquet

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 77th Annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo celebrated their awards night Monday, but the anglers weren't the only one reaping awards.

Waterfront Rescue Mission Expands Women's Program!

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission opened a new home in April for women in need of their programs and services. The Mission began offering their services to women back in 1993 with two homes in downtown Pensacola...

Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Center Receives 2008 Best of Crestview Award

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Center has been selected for the 2008 Best of Crestview Award in the Used Furniture category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).

Waterfront Rescue Mission Launches New Website

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:56:42 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission introduces an interactive website allowing visitors to review detailed information about each program offered by the Mission, submit volunteer applications on-line, and, because of the intuitive design, more easily navigate.

Nowhere To Go But Homeless

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:04:40 GMT

The slumping economy has put more people on the street, advocates say. The number of homeless men, women and children has more than doubled in recent months, according to local homeless agencies.

Mission in Need of Toiletry Items, Bottled Water for Summer Heat

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:51:27 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission is seeking much needed donations of bottled water, spray deodorant, razors, and wet wipes among other personal hygiene items, to help the homeless beat the upcoming summer heat.

Suellen's Secret Makes No Secret of Waterfront Support

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:16:31 GMT

Suellen's Secret owner Suellen Troup made no secret of her support for the Waterfront Rescue Mission Women's Program by donating 25 percent of the proceeds from "Girls Night Out" to the local shelter.

Champ Camp Proceeds Help WRM Women Take Swing at Recovery

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:23:54 GMT

Local softball champ Charity Butler raised more than $3,200 for the Waterfront Mission Women's Shelter during her hitting clinic for area youth.

Community Has Succesful Thanksgiving

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:20:35 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission can add another year to their string of successful Thanksgiving Banquets...

Great Thanksgiving Banquet

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:18:24 GMT

On Thanksgiving Day, the Waterfront Rescue Mission continues its tradition of opening its doors to the homeless, poor, lonely, or shut-in men, women and children of Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties...

Waterfront Mission, Wal-Mart Join to Aid Homeless; Ask Community for Help

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:16:34 GMT

If you’ve never been cold, dirty, or dejected then you may not know the value of a warm blanket, clean underclothing, or a friendly smile…things which are not taken for granted by the nearly 16,000 homeless individuals in our area.

Waterfront Rescue Mission to Serve Noon Meals

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:14:51 GMT

Waterfront Rescue Mission will now add noon meals to their plate of service to the homeless and less fortunate in Pensacola.

November 11 – 17 National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:12:25 GMT

Most people have never heard of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, and furthermore, don’t know that there are thousands of homeless men, women, and children right here in our very own community.

Summer Heat Puts Mobile's Homeless in Danger

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:08:07 GMT

During the summer weather, everyone is trying to beat the heat. Unfortunately, homeless people are often deemed unwelcome in the cool comfort of malls, libraries and other public facilities.

Food Drive to Benefit Waterfront Rescue Mission, Among Others

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:06:25 GMT

The Waterfront Rescue Mission and the National Association of Letter Carriers are teaming up to “Stamp Out Hunger” in Fort Walton Beach. How? The nation’s largest one-day food drive to feed those in need.

Waterfront Rescue Mission Changing Lives Through Fatherly Love

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:04:44 GMT

Father’s Day may have never really meant much to the men that find refuge at the Waterfront Rescue Mission. Sadly, the majority of the men didn’t have a good, healthy relationship with their father...

Pelicans, Fryman, Waterfront Rescue “Suit Up” Against Homelessness

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:02:58 GMT

Pensacola Pelican fans will enjoy a night of baseball, score a celebrity autograph, and join the winning team in the fight against hunger and homelessness in the community.

School of Hard Knocks

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:59:27 GMT

While Some Return to School, Others Reflect on School of Hard Knocks

From Legal Woes to Legal Prose

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:43:57 GMT

Elizabeth (Libby) Senterfitt has been named a recipient of the annual Northwest Florida Paralegal Association’s Book Award. Senterfitt was honored for her essay on the topic of choosing the Paralegal field as a career...