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Homeless Prevention Center grand re-opening
Please join us for the grand re-opening of the People’s City Mission Homeless Prevention Center at our new address, 2615 O St.,on Thursday, August 9. The grand re-opening will include an open house from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and a ribbon cutting and dedication at 3:30 p.m. Parking will be available off of 26th & N St. For more information call 475-1303.
The Prevention Center makes items such as food, clothing, personal care needs, furniture, and household goods available at no charge to the poor and near homeless. In 2011, the Mission distributed 1,080,000 pounds of food (bread, produce, fresh meat, and canned goods); 436,107 articles of clothing; 10,609 pieces of furniture; and 460,233 household items. These efforts helped more than 20,000 unduplicated Lancaster County residents. That's 10 percent of the Lincoln population!
Many of the people coming to the Prevention Center are living at or below the poverty line. They include people who are unemployed or under-employed, physically and mentally handicapped, refugees, those struggling with affordable housing, and those unable to earn a living wage. We estimate that 12 to 15 percent of our city's population is living in poverty.
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Thank you: Phenomenal community response to appeal for water
With the recent extreme temperatures, the Mission has been struggling to keep up with the demand for water. Pastor Tom Barber went to the community for help, and we've been incredibly grateful for the response. In the past two weeks, Lincoln has donated more than 1,000 cases of water to the Mission! The water has been distributed at the shelter, Homeless Prevention Center, and our free medical clinic. Thanks to you, we've been able to help our guests stay hydrated and safe in this dangerous weather. Thank you, Lincoln!
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Tree designers needed for Starry Nights Christmas Tree Festival
With the success of last year’s Starry Nights Christmas Tree Festival, we are very excited for this year’s event! However, a large part of our success relies on creative designers for the Christmas trees. If you are interested in volunteering as a tree designer, please contact our Design Committee chairs, Stefanie Warner (727-457-8408) or Keshia Kraft (402-366-3711).
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Job openings at the Mission
We're currently looking to fill the following positions:
Full-time overnight supervisor/caseworker in the Family Shelter. Shifts are 7am to 7 pm.
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This individual will oversee and support the functions of our 24hour, 150-bed family shelter and women’s transitional housing facility. This employee will promote an environment that leads to opportunities to share the good news about Jesus Christ. Duties include casework, goal setting, advocacy, conflict resolution, managing guest relations office and daily guest details. Must be able to work 12-hour, 3-day-on-4-day-off, 4-day-on-3-day-off shifts. GED or high school diploma required. Some college classes in human services/social services preferred and any ministry experience a plus.
On-call/part-time supervisor in the family shelter. Shifts vary and can be day, evening, or overnight.
This individual will oversee and support the functions of our 24hour, 150-bed family shelter and women’s transitional housing facility. This employee will promote an environment that leads to opportunities to share the good news about Jesus Christ. Duties include managing guest relations area, administering care to guests of PCM and advocating for their needs, managing intake and exit process, bed checks, and office duties. GED or high school diploma required. Some college classes in human services/social services preferred and any ministry experience a plus.
If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact Family Shelter Director Kyle Winchell at 402-475-1303 or by email at kwinchell@peoplescitymission.org.
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"I'm glad, at least, that I have a place for me and my kids to go. That means a lot."
- Anonymous
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