Springfield Rescue Mission (SRM)

I love the great work the Springfield Rescue Mission does for our community. I've seen first hand how SRM has changed lives and saved lives. Their goal is not only to fill the physical needs (millions of meals in a year, housing, clothing, etc.) but to build people up to what they can be. No other group offers a future for the homeless, addicted and lost people of our community.

These are amongst the great helpers of the world. A non profit that cares and goes all out to assist the needy. Thank you for what you do. A contributor.

I have often brought fresh picked veggies from our community garden at MassMutual, often stopping by after 5pm, on my way home. Every time, I am warmly welcomed, and always thanked profusely by everyone I come in contact with. It is a pleasure to stop by, and see people getting fed, and nourished, their daily bread, and then some, in many ways!!
Well done, good and faithful servants!!!

I am a regular donor to the Rescue Mission. They have always provided a critical service to the community, but more so at this particular time when so many have needed a resource for food, shelter and clothing.

This organization has been affected for over 100yrs

I'm a Graduate of this program and I would have been dead by now if God had not opened up my eyes and get my life moving forward to become a better person who has a lot to offer to help people who have been living with the worldly issues

I've supported this ministry for years because they provide a solid foundation of support for many in our community. They do amazing work.

I began volunteering once a week at SRM about nine years ago. It was a new experience for me being surrounded by men who have struggled with various addictions on many levels. It took me a few months to get comfortable with not just the men going through the program, but with guests that we fed at breakfast. I was raised in a middle class family that had "proper manners," so it was difficult for me to adjust to the street wise attitudes. But as time wore on God softened my heart and has blessed me with the men that go through the program as well as the guests. I have seen men transformed, from being a regular breakfast guest, to coming into the program, and seeing the transformation that God has done in their lives. The SRM truly seeks to honor God and serve the community. What a blessing they are to me, as a volunteer, and to those that they serve.

I am an addict in Recovery eleven plus years, my life was ravage by addiction and mental illness. My life and medical career could not be better. I consider the SRM to be ESSENTIAL to our community. I made a commitment to give them $10,000 this calendar year, that's how much I believe in their work in our community!!! I encourage you to do likewise!!!
Randolph "Dolph" Smith, ER Nurse Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston

Very organized. Remained open during Covid!!
Offers several serving opportunities, community outreach, providing food, clothing, meals, emergency shelter and residential program. Helps with school supply drive as well. I have volunteered and contribute through an employer matching gift program.

Hello everyone, I started volunteering at the mission before covid-19 while I was at Holyoke Community college I was doing it for my human resources class. My first day was great I got to work with some great people and I learn how to cook baked chicken that day. I love working in the kitchen and severing the community. My second day at the mission I helped at the operation Sunshine where me and other volunteers handed out lunches and meals to the community. Each and every time I volunteer at the mission it make me proud to be able to give back to my community.

The Springfield Rescue Mission,is by far one of the greatest nonprofit org. Ive encountered, researched and volunteered at. Everything about this organization is that they are really making a difference in battling homelessness and keeping families especially men off the streets. They have a lot of success stories on Facebook and Instagram . All of those people are real because I have personally met a few of them. I've also met the CEO Kevin and Rev Joe and he is truly an inspiration to many and to me as well. I help out 3 days a week in the kitchen. I work with Jason. He is one of the best always working hard and he is so thankful for any and all help that you may give. Be humble and happy every day of your life.
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My name is Robert Small and I am so grateful for the service's that was provided to me. I traveled from CT to MA to receive support which I was spiritually bankrupt and was dealing with addiction. I came to the realization that it wasn't about my wants but my needs and understanding the purpose of my being. Which I was in denial for 0ver 20yrs that GOD was my source of strength. After accepting Christ into my life I found a peace of mind and continue to use the knowledge and skills that was provided to me and now Im 5yrs without a drug and a productive member of society and I am forever grateful for Rescue mission...

I have volunteered with this organization on several occasions in the past. I have been thoroughly impressed by their care for the people that they help. They not only give them a place to sleep and a meal, they provide a chance for a new life. If a meal and a bed is all that the person is looking for they can provide that, but they are offered so much more. Counseling, fellowship, work, skill development, spiritual guidance, job placement, and the list goes on. The staff are truly sincere in their desire to help the people that come through the doors of the Springfield Rescue Mission.

I have volunteerd serving during the holidays. I’ve never seen the kids happier. They have smile on their face its like they’ve never seen gifts in their lives the small things put a smile on those tiny faces. It gives me great joy to serve a meal during these times of need to anyone.

Doing good things in our community in the name of Jesus!

Back in 2002 n 2004 I was homeless and hopeless and I was just trying to get a chance to be in the mindset of being able to survive with nowhere to go I was trying to end my life but instead God had other things in mind.....I graduated in may of 2006. But in 2004 I was chosen with 4 others to open the SRM Shelter on Taylor street in Springfield mass where I lived until April 2006. Now back in September I had to give up my Apartment due to landlords selling the property and the new owner wanted to raise the rent.....so I gave it up n I would of been homeless again if not for the SRM SHELTER's director I am again living in this place n volunteering in the kitchen serving the Homeless men in the Community GOD'S WORK IS NEVER DONE IN THE WORLD TODAY

The Springfield Rescue Mission does more than give people a hand out. They give them a hand up! They provide food, shelter, medical care and clothing to the residents who live at the mission free of charge. They have an open breakfast 6 days a week for anyone, including women and children. The residents are able to work on their educational needs with their up to date computer classroom. They not only receive book learning but practical day to day living classes. Some of them have never had to clean up after they eat, or do laundry or even share. The councilors and staff show the love of Jesus Christ in all their interactions with all who come to the Rescue Mission. They are always prepared to go the extra mile for all, residents, volunteers, homeless and hurting people.

9 years ago I got a letter in the mail from the Mission that prompted me to donate. Since then, I have suffered alcoholism, financial hardship, and depression, but I never stopped donating what little i could to the Mission, since they provide programs for people exactly like me. There are not enough rehab programs in the state of MA to serve the needs of people who suffer from this disease, but I'm proud to say I can help one that does. I am not a person of any organized religion but I do believe that generosity and love beget generosity and love and THAT is all that matters. The Mission is clearly doing that.

The Mission has been a fantastic resource for the folks who need help in physical ways, but also emotional, especially after the June 1st tornado that ripped through the Greater Spfld area! So many people affected - thanks for all those volunteers who were "on the streets" bringing food, water and comfort to those who lost property, to the security folks and construction workers. Wow - keep up the good service! I will continue to support these folks!

We appreciate the work of the Springfield Rescue Mission. We exist in a partnering relationship with them. When people come to our Church with lives controlled with addiction, we have the resource of the Mission to connect with. We have sent several men to the Mission.

Some men in the Mission program, in transition living at the Worthington St. facility, or newly out on their own have made our Church their church.

We are grateful for a partner able to provide quality service to those beyond our ability and expertise. We financially support the work of the Mission.

Jeff Chandler
Pastoral Team
Cottage Hill Church
Springfield, MA

Technically I am a client served via the Capitol City Rescue Mission of Albany, NY, however this opportunity to offer my support of a sister mission is a great one.
My name is Anthony McCann. I lived in and was a member of the "New Life Christain Disciple Certificate" program at the Albany rescue mission in 2009-10.
The many services that my mission and indeed all missions across the country provide are essential to the sustaining of neighborhoods where they are located. Principal services that allow one to regain a sense of order and direction (hope) is readily provided and necessary.
My experience allowed me to become a truste member of the mission and to work as a intake desk volunteer on Weekend evenings. needless to point out all things happen from 4pm - midnight at the mission. My training and spiritual advancement enabled me to offer hope and encouragement to men of all walks of life. I grew and God's development of my spiritual purpose on earth has been identified and now I live to serve.
Perhaps $5000.00 doesn't appear like much to those who are gainfully employed, however to aid in the furtherance of the missions statement and purpose, this is a fortune. I thank God daily for my landing in th Capitol City Rescue Mission and I thank all administrative and general staff, esp. my pastor councelor, Rev. Don Lyons. to God be the glory for the things He has already done in the lives that rescue missions touch.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact @ (860) 913-3136 or via email: anthonymccann2000@yahoo.com
Blessings!

As a long time donor and volunteer, the Mission is very close to my heart. I have a family member that could benefit from the Mission, but unfortunately, he is not in the area. I admit to starting my volunteer work and financial support for selfish reasons - it simply made me feel as if I were helping my Brother. I soon came to realize the joy it brings me to work with the staff in this ministry. I have seen first hand the transformation of many of the men that have gone through the 12 month program - and will continue to support this Christian organization in any way I can.

I am not only a donor, but I have volunteered at the mission, I have attended one of the graduation services, and I have toured the mission.
What a phenomenal ministry. The fact that they offer meals, overnight lodging at the mission is great, but they also go out into the streets and offer food (which I did), and other items like Hope Totes and Back Packs for school.
The one year program that the Springfield Rescue Mission offers to men to help them find a place in the community is beyond what I could imagine. To witness these men graduating at the end of their one year was so meaningful and to hear their stories how they have (in some cases) reunited with family brought tears to my eyes.
I don't have enough words to describe what a great job the Springfield Rescue is doing in the Springfield area.

I am a local area Pastor of Music & Worship and I have had several opportunities to serve at the mission. They are an have been an example of faithfulness and generosity through the years and their recovery program is well run and thorough. They have made a major impact for good not only on the men who regularly find shelter and healing from life's storms but also on the community at large with their Thanksgiving meals, Operation Sunshine runs (which distribute food to needy family within Springfield) and their program to collect school materials packed in a backpack for underprivileged children beginning their school year.

Although I no longer live in Springfield, I know of the good work of the Springfield Rescue Mission from friends that still live in the city. I am happy to donate to the Rescue Mission because of the testimonials I do receive from those friends, one of whom once resided briefly at the Mission but is now not only employed but a business owner who is himself an employer.

I have been volunteering for two years serving dinner once a week at the Springfield Rescue Mission. This Mission has a staff, especially Mr. Willoughby, that clearly cares about all the residents in every way. Their goal is to assist the residents with finding jobs and being prosperous and contributing members of society. The wonderful work this Mission does for the community is also amazing. I have also gone on Operation Sunshine trips where the Mission serves lunch to the homeless and hungry people on Springfield Streets I recommend the Springfield Rescue Mission without any hesitation,

These are the folks that we sent the bulk of the Little Drummers' Winter Coat Drive donations to. They were, hands down, the friendliest and most organised people we worked with. We will be happy to donate in the future, even though we live an hour away, just because they were SO pleasant! They are really great people doing wonderful work. Kudos to them!

I have had the pleasure of meeting the staff at the Springfield Rescue Mission and have taken a tour of their facilities. I was overwhelmed by how much they care for the people they serve and it was a truly humbling experience. I have been there several times since to make donations of various kinds and every single time I have gone there, no matter what time of day I have always been greeted with a smile and offered help to unload the car. They always say "Thank You" and have a great attitude. I absolutely love going there because there is a feeling of hope and everything they do and teach is centered around God. The Springfield Rescue Mission is actively helping those that most people will walk by and not give a second glance at. I have invited staff and residents from their program into our Church to share their stories and it really touched everyone. This is honestly one of the best non-profit organizations I have had the pleasure of working with.

An organization that fulfills its true mission and responds to the needs of others.

Lucy
I have being donating clothes, goods and money to the Springfield Rescue Mission for over 12 years. My experience with them have being awesome. Not only they are grateful for anything you can provide. They are also very polite and pleasant. When they see me park my car they go out of there way to help me with my bags. A couple of times when I forget to get my tax deductable paper, I just make one phone call, and within days I receive it in the mail. They have welcome me to see for myself were my donations are going. Something unique compare to other organizations. They also talk to my kids in a friendly cordial way. I have recommend this organization to my friends and family. Since I find them to be genuine and honest in wanting to help those in need. It does not matter the time of day, they always receive me with a smile on there face. This for me is priceless. Since it makes me feel that a to make a difference.

The Mission Statement of the Springfield Rescue Mission "to meet the physical and spiritual needs of the hungry, homeless, addicted, and poor" is definitely what the mission does. The men the mission serves receive help to get back on their feet and become regular contributors to society. SRM truly gives "hope to the hopeless".
Our church has been able to serve alongside the mission through donation drives such as the hope totes and underwear drive. Our church youth have been able to learn about service to the needy by being involved in preparing meals and serving meals at SRM. I am thankful to the Lord for their much needed ministry and I am thankful to be part of it.

I believe the SRM is a well-run, extremely important organization, and I try to make a few donations each year (as well as have my gift matched through my company). One year, as a PTO president, we participated in the "Hope Totes" collection and collected over 1,000 toiletry articles. Kee up the good work that you do!

I have been blessed to be able to serve and assist with meal preparation at the Springfield Rescue Mission. Everyone I have met involved with this program has been kind and grateful. I learn so much every time I go and I am sure I am enriched far beyond my small assistance each time I leave. It is rewarding to be hands on and see the immediate results of my efforts. I have also been fortunate to help a few instances with their Operation Sonshine. My connections to the people have taught me much and I grow in understanding I hope with each visit. The Rescue Mission is quite the busy place with much to do and many hands make the activities fly by with lots of smiles.
I might chop,peal, wash,serve , or whatever needs to be done. None of it is hard and all of it brings me joy.

I work in the office of a local church that donates to the SRM in the form of food, clothing, Hope Totes and cash. We have had folks come and speak during our Worship Services in the past. It is very uplifting to hear how folks have turned their lives around with a little help and guidance from the SRM. They are an excellent organization with strict rules. Rules must be followed by those looking for help. I commend them for holding that bar up!

I am a volunteer at the Springfield Rescue Mission and work the phones for the Meals for the Homeless every year at Thanksgiving. It is a very rewarding experience knowing you are helping people in need. I also donate money, clothing, toiletries on a regular basis, as well as my family. I have been to their Open House and heard testimonials of how the Rescue Mission has helped people get back on track with their lives.
The entire staff their are loving and devoted people and it is a pleasure to work along side them whenever I have the opportunity. We are very lucky to have this organization in our community, and I am thankful for all that they do.

SRM actually began in the kitchen of Elder Cummings and his wife who always had a pot of food cooking on her stove. Elder Cummings would bring the down and out to their home for nourishment of body and soul. I know this to be a fact because I knew their daughter, Ella Cummings, who told me about her father and mother. And today, SRM still takes care of those in need, be it food for the body or spiritual nourishment. I am pleased to be able to support the Springfield Rescue Mission!

I support the Springfield Rescue Mission because they really work for the people who need their help. I make them a part of my Christmas giving and I'm thankful that they have been able to continue their community work in this little part of the world.

This agency meets so many needs from providing a meal or short term housing or even some long term life rehabilitation to help people learn needed skills to get back on their feet. Additionally they go out into the community looking for those needing help and meeting as many needs as they can. They share the love of Christ and hope to people as well but they don't force it on anyone. The workers and volunteers in this organization love people and sincerely desire to help the most needy in our community.

A long-standing organization with a kind heart that truly cares about individuals and their well-being. It doesn't surprise me that the organization has survived for well over 100 years. Keep up the good work!

Just wanted to add my voice to support Springfield Rescue Mission. I give because I believe in their mission. I give ecause while I can't be the hands that serve, I trust them and appreciate them acting on my behalf. I give because they are effective at what they do for each individual that walks through their door and for their contribution to the community at large.

This organization has been something I have donated throughout the years. It's goal is simple. To provide hope to the hopeless. To show love and concern where a person may never have felt it. I give because it is a local charity that gives a hand up rather than a hand out. If I should ever find myself in such dire need I would pray that someone who has enough would be gracious enough to share..."there but for the Grace of God go I"

God Bless the entire Springfield Rescue Mission and all those involved in making someone's day or life...better than before they walked in!

The spfld rescue mission gives a hand up, not a handout. I give to this charity regularly as I know it makes a huge difference in peoples' lives. The mission has been around for quite a long time, and offers many services to those in need.

My life was changed by volunteering at the Springfield Rescue Mission. I am a practicing physician in our area and helped out with medical visits there. In reality, my best experiences were volunteering in the kitchen, with groups of teens from my church.
I was able to see and hear first-hand the impact this wonderful group of people and the grace of God made in the lives of the homeless and addicted.
One person at a time, lives are being rescued from hopelessness, and doors are being opened to faith and a new walk in life for the thousands of people who pass through the doors of this humble facility---residents, guests, and volunteers alike.

The Springfield Rescue Mission helps the needy in our city. They are there to feed the hungry. They give shelter to the homeless. I have seen the testimonials of many people who are helped by this mission, so I regularly donate money to help in their efforts. Not all of us are lucky enough to have food and shelter, therefore we need organizations like these to help the less fortunate. My husband and I will continue to support these efforts.

The Springfield Rescue Mission plays a crutial role in the survival of homeless and needy in the Greater Springfield area. Their Operation Sonshine offers food, personal care essentials, and encouragement where it is needed most, the neighborhoods and streets of the city. The Emergency Shelter offers a warm bed, hot food, and a stable roof for the night for those who temporarily cannot afford one. The staff is friendly, kind, and willing to help in constructive ways. While seeing to many people's short-term needs, the Mission also focuses on the long term assistance that will make a permanent difference in people's lives. Targeting heart, soul, and lifestyle through their in house programs for men, they provide resources for the men to change their lives and become independant and functional again. Their ministry has impacted not just Springfield and MA, but the whole of New England for the better.

Where would the homeless of Springfield be without the Springfield Rescue Mission? I give to the rescue mission on a regular basis because I have heard the testimonies of men whose lives have been radically changed by the Rescue Mission. They said it was at the Rescue Mission where they found new meaning, purpose and direction. It's these testimonies of transformed lives that encourages me to continue to support the Rescue Mission. I thank God for the work they do among the poor and downtrodden of our community, and the results speak for themselves.

The Springfield Rescue Mission plays an important role in the lives of many, many individuals. It has been one of the harshest winters in the NE and what would we do without the Springfield Rescue Mission? I can not imagine, and never want to be without the wonderful individulas involved or the organization itself. God bless them all today and always.

The work done there is exceptional. I have seen three of the men come to know the Lord in one service at our church. The time spent with them at the mission has brought them to that point of change in their lives. We have many attending our church that were rescued at that mission and are now productive people in our society. The leadership there cares. They work for God.

I am a youth pastor in town and have brought my youth on numerous occassions to volunteer with this organization. We have had a full tour of their facility and met with the man in charge. He is clearly a man of God with a heart for changing mens lives. I have been extremely impressed with what they do. Working in the kitchen with a man who went through the program himself I saw firsthand how a drug adicted homeless person got back on his feet and is now making a difference in the world.

Every year we help them pack hundreds of back packs for underprivilaged children and we also help feed the hungry with them on occasion. This is a ministry that I enjoy helping and supporting because they are doing so much good in the name of Jesus.

Springfiled Rescue Mission is Awesome.
They are involved in a number of causes Throughout the year
Men's Program for rehabiltitating the lives
Homeless Outreaches
Operation SonShine
Homeless Shelter
Daily Breakfast for the Homeless
Christmas and Thanksgiving Dinner for the Hungry
Collections of toiletries
Collections of underwear
Free Clothing store to all in need
Backpacks for the needy children for scheoll fill with school supplies
Emergnecy Food Donations those in need

It is simply the best palce to go for those in need in Westrn Massachussetts!

I love the work they do at the Rescue Mission in Springfield. I've brought down pies, donated new toothbrushes and coats, and given cash towards their holiday meals. They appreciate everything that is donated. Their care and concern for those most in need, is the care that Christ would give if he were here.

We believe in their mission statement:
" to meet the physical and spiritual needs of the hungry, homeless, addicted, and poor." We have made cash donations and clothing donations because we believe in the SRM mission to help all people and their pysical and spiritual needs.
They offer a much needed service in the Springfield Area, especially during these extremely difficult times, for those individuals who need a helping hand.
Keep up the good work and may God Bless You All for your service.

The Springfield Rescue Mission does what any organization should do...they keep God in the formula for success. I once had the honor of serving lunch to the men housed at the Rescue Mission. It was clear to me that, not only was God present in this facility, the men were letting Him into their hearts. I am not a wealthy donor; however, if I were to win the lottery, my wish would be to build a larger, new facility for the Springfield Rescue Mission so that more lives can follow Proverbs 3:6: "in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

I just wanted to comment the Spfld Rescue Mission on the phenomenal job they do for the people who are so in need. i've lived in Springfield for almost my entire life and donate whenver I am able. I only wish I could do more for the people that are so dependent on the mission and their services.

Keep up the good work! It doesn't go unnoticed.

Diane Jones

This entity is well run and serves an enormously important role in the greater Springfield area. Their continued commitment to lifting the spirits of their clients and providing guidance and sustenance on many levels is the hallmark of this long time fixture in downtown Springfield. This winter, in particular, with its harshness in terms of temperature and unbelievable amount of snow, has shown that the Rescue Mission can rise above even the largest hardships and deliver amazing and empowering service to all of their clients.