Day after day, many hurting neighbors walk the streets wondering where their next meal will come from. Help a neighbor in need take their first step toward a fresh start.

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Who We Are

 The Rescue Mission Alliance is a Christian Non-Profit organization ministering to the needs of the less fortunate in Southern California through emergency and long-term rehabilitation services.

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Ministries

We offer services free of charge to the poor and needy in our community with a wide range of life-changing treatment programs that address the whole person – body, mind, and spirit.

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Our History

Founded by Charles and Mary Pope in the 1970’s, the Rescue Mission Alliance has had a tremendous impact on communities throughout Southern California.

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Volunteer

Each year, thousands of people offer their time, talent, and goodness of heart to outreach projects, to help make a difference in the lives of the hurting and the homeless.

Lives Changed For Good.

Karen leaves the Mission scared, but not alone

Karen is nervous. She’s preparing to leave the Lighthouse after recently graduating from the program, but her excitement of a new beginning is mixed with fear. “It’s scary and I’m nervous. I don’t want to end up stuck like I was before,” she said. “But I have goals and plans for when I’m there. And…

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From hurting to helping, Ryan comes ‘full circle’

This is the sixth story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Rescue.” This month, we look into Ryan’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. Thinking back on all he has gone through and all that he has accomplished in the last few years still amazes Ryan. “I got sober, saved, and…

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Justin finds home after a lifetime of rejection

Justin learned about rejection long before he knew the word. His father died before Justin was old enough to remember him. His mother struggled with addiction, eventually spending time in jail. Raised first by his grandparents, Justin was later shuffled between family members, before ultimately reuniting with his mother. By the time he turned 21,…

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Mission Impact

Every day as the sun rises and sets over Southern California, the Rescue Mission Alliance is changing lives for good.

You can help us change lives for good.

Your donation supports people in need and helps them lead healthy, self-sufficient lives.

Video Transcript

For more than 50 years, the Rescue Mission Alliance has been a refuge for those struggling with addiction, homelessness and poverty. 

We will continue to see past people’s circumstances, and offer a new path forward.

Our commitment to those in need will not change.

Partner with us, as we help our neighbors live beyond what they ever imagined.