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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.

Pat joins the Lighthouse team to ‘give back’ to the community

In June 2026, Pat joined the Lighthouse team as the Lead Case Manager. With a bachelor’s degree in social work, a master’s degree in counseling psychology, and more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field, Pat brings a wealth of experience supporting women, children and families through a wide range of challenges.…

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‘God was with me the whole time’

This is the seventh story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Rescue.” This month, we look into Anthony’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. Looking back from where he is now, Anthony can see that God was always at work in his life. “When I think about all that I went…

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‘It was God. There’s literally no other way’

When Jessica arrived at the Mission, her drinking had nearly destroyed her. She was drinking all day, every day, and had recently spent more than a month in the hospital. Her breathalyzer reading was almost 0.46, a potentially fatal level, and her doctor told her she needed a new liver. Jessica’s struggle with alcohol began…

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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.