Miguel’s Story

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After separating from his wife and rarely seeing his son, Miguel numbed his pain by drinking and taking drugs. His addiction took over his life and he became homeless for three and a half years. Miguel found himself in a desperate situation. He slept in garbage bins for shelter and often went hungry. Then he found Hope Mission.

“The Hope Mission became home when I lost my own. Those meals did more than feed me, they rescued me.”

When Miguel stood in line for meals, he talked to other people experiencing hunger, addiction, and homelessness. Knowing that other people were going through similar situations helped Miguel feel not alone during that difficult time. Eventually, Miguel heard about Hope Mission’s addiction recovery program, Breakout.

“The program planted a seed, a hunger for recovery. A hunger for not wanting to live a lifestyle that destroyed me. Hope Mission has done that for me.”

Miguel accepted that he needed help and entered Breakout. He successfully graduated and is now helping others in the community. Miguel is so thankful for the donors who helped save his life through a simple hot meal and eventually, life-changing recovery.

“The donor has the ability to change people’s lives Forever!”

Bonita’s Story

“I came here broken… and now I’m healing and I’m doing well. Thank you from all of us!”

Cameron’s Story

Cameron’s Story

“I called my sister, desperate for help. She told me that Hope Mission might be able to help.”

Chelsea’s Story

Chelsea’s Story

“Hope Mission breakfast was always an option for someplace to go, especially first thing in the morning,”

Danielle’s Story

Danielle’s Story

“The community dinners are beautiful. What you do for the community and the kids is amazing.”

David’s Story

“Since joining Breakout, I’m more proactive. I’m happy being sober. I’m happy with who I’ve become.”

Debbie’s Story

“I’ve gone to almost all the programs out there. The missing factor was the God factor."

Dustin’s Story

“I experienced a transformation I couldn’t believe happened. I actually have real joy in my life...”

Ell’s Story

“Before Hope Mission, life wasn't going too well. My family doesn't really have that much...”

Jacinta’s Story

Jacinta’s Story

“I was a person to just accept offers thinking nothing is going to happen to me — but really, ... I was crying for help.”

Jake’s Story

“I was scared to fall asleep at night time,” he shares, “You don’t know what’s going to happen. It’s dangerous.”

Miguel’s Story

"I slept in garbage bins until somebody got crushed in one of them."

Mike’s Story

“The staff are extremely involved, they’re really caring, more like friends, not just teachers or someone just coming to work.”

Pauline’s Story

Pauline’s Story

“I was helpless... I was hopeless."

Rory’s Story

“I am very thankful for Hope Mission and what they did for me through the breakout program.”

Stephen’s Story

Stephen’s Story

“As I’ve been able to bring up things that were buried…I’ve experienced a lot of forgiveness.”

Vicki’s Story

“My family receives food hampers from Hope Mission and it really helps us a lot.”

Will’s Story

“If it weren't for people like you supporting in every way you can, none of this would have been possible for me. Thank you!”

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