Kitsap Rescue Mission

09/02/2026

When guests transition into permanent housing, Kitsap Rescue Mission conducts exit surveys.

In the image is what one of the recent guests had to say.

The work we do at the Kitsap Rescue Mission is life changing. YOU, our community of supporters and donors help make that happen by donations to the Mission.

Thank you for that.

There are many ways to financially support the Mission. Many people are now choosing to support the work by donating via their Donor Advised Fund (DAF). For more information and all the ways to give, please take a look at our donation page on our website.

https://kitsaprescue.org/donate/

08/31/2026

On Monday, August 10th in the morning, a team of volunteers from Central Kitsap Presbyterian Church in Silverdale arrived at the Pacific Building in Port Orchard. They provided much needed assistance in tidying up the landscape at the shelter. Their volunteering was a part of their "Week of Service".

It's a large property, and we so appreciate the volunteers that help us to keep the outside looking sharp. Many hands make light work!

Interested in becoming a KRM volunteer, or have a team from your work or church that would like to help with various opportunities? You can fill out an application on our website.

Here's the link: https://kitsaprescue.org/volunteer/

We 💕volunteers!

08/27/2026

When guests transition into permanent housing, Kitsap Rescue Mission conducts exit surveys.

In the image is what one of the recent guests had to say.

The work we do at the Kitsap Rescue Mission is life changing. We don't do it alone, we do it with help from YOU, our donors and supporters. Your donations are why we can offer all we do and ensure that guests get the maximum support needed to heal and move on to better lives.

Thank you for that.

If you care to send support today, here is the link to our donation page on our website.

https://kitsaprescue.org/donate/

08/25/2026

Introducing "The Catio" at the Pacific Building, for the guests' use to bring their cats outside and have a little off-leash outdoor time.

The Catio was planned & purchased by KARE (Kitsap Animal Rescue Education).

By the Book Construction loaned use of their truck, driven by author/speaker Lyle Skillman, who picked up the paver aggregate which was generously donated by Morrison Gravel.

Volunteers from KARE, Kitsap Rescue Mission, Sycamore Church, and Tessera were led by local veterinarian Ryan Reusch in site prep, laying the paver foundation, and assembly.

We are so thankful for collective impact projects that bring the community together to make the lives of the guests and their pets better during their stay at the Pacific Building.

08/17/2026

08/15/2026

Are there unused musical instruments hiding in your closet, the basement, the attic or your garage? Would you like to move them on for a good cause?

Kitsap Rescue Mission is gathering donated items for our guests to use while they are staying at the Pacific Building. On September 4th, the first "Music Jam" will be held, after the instruments will be available for guest use.

They are needed by Friday, August 21st so that they can be cleaned and if needed, repaired for the event on September 4th.

Here are the instruments/equipment that would be great to have:

Karaoke machine or mic and speakers
Hand drums
Djembes
Tambourines
Cajon
Bongos
Ashiko
Shakers
Maracas
Ukeleles
Kazoos
Guitars (2-4)
Violin

Nathan Light, KRM's on site MSW is coordinating the event, and can be contacted for donations and questions. His email is [email protected]. Donation receipts will be provided.

08/11/2026

Are you curious about estate planning? This informative session is tomorrow, and this is a reminder to sign up if you'd like to attend.

Need a place where you can learn and ask questions with no obligation?

Kitsap Community Foundation and Heritage Bank are hosting a Community Conversation that will cover the following:

✅Why estate planning matters – and why so many of us put it off
✅The four estate planning documents everyone should have
✅Wills, and how they help you maintain control of your assets during your lifetime
✅Trusts, and how they can save on taxes while passing down assets
✅Donor-advised funds, which offer an immediate tax benefit while letting you support causes on your own timeline
✅How to create your will for free in just 20 minutes

Want to bring a spouse, child, other family member, and/or your financial advisor to join the conversation? You are encouraged to!

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Location: Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - 4418 Perry Ave, Bremerton
2:30 - 4:30 pm

Rest assured, Kitsap Community Foundation will not use this opportunity to self-promote; rather, the focus of this session is to offer a safe, trusted space for you, our donors to learn how they can support Kitsap Rescue Mission – the nonprofit they already love – with legacy gifts.

Learn more and RSVP at:

bit.ly/2026-08-estateplan

Or call 360-698-3622

08/10/2026

We need your help.

The back lawn at the Kitsap Rescue Mission Pacific Building Shelter has grass that is too tall!

Might you have a battery powered lawnmower or w**d eater that you can donate? To arrange for donation, please contact Kristie Paylor: [email protected].

Or would you be willing to purchase one as listed on our Amazon Wishlist? When choosing to donate from the Wishlist, items are shipped directly to the shelter.

https://a.co/01K878st

Our shelter guests love the back yard, especially the children. A donation of lawn equipment will really help long term at the shelter.

Thank YOU for your consideration of our request.

08/04/2026

The guests at the Kitsap Rescue Mission are going to have a music jam!

Can you help with donations of some gently used instruments and equipment? They are needed by Friday, August 21st so that they can be cleaned and if needed, repaired for the event on September 4th.

Here are the instruments that would be great to have:

Karaoke machine or mic and speakers
Hand drums
Djembes
Tambourines
Cajon
Bongos
Ashiko
Shakers
Maracas
Ukeleles
Kazoos
Guitars (2-4)
Violin

Nathan Light, KRM's on site MSW is coordinating the event, and can be contacted for donations and questions. His email is [email protected]. Donation receipts will be provided.

After the jam, the instruments will be available at the shelter for guest use on an ongoing basis.

07/29/2026

Are you curious about estate planning?

Need a place where you can learn and ask questions with no obligation?

Kitsap Community Foundation and Heritage Bank are hosting a Community Conversation that will cover the following:

✅Why estate planning matters – and why so many of us put it off
✅The four estate planning documents everyone should have
✅Wills, and how they help you maintain control of your assets during your lifetime
✅Trusts, and how they can save on taxes while passing down assets
✅Donor-advised funds, which offer an immediate tax benefit while letting you support causes on your own timeline
✅How to create your will for free in just 20 minutes

Want to bring a spouse, child, other family member, and/or your financial advisor to join the conversation? You are encouraged to!

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Location: Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - 4418 Perry Ave, Bremerton
2:30 - 4:30 pm

Rest assured, Kitsap Community Foundation will not use this opportunity to self-promote; rather, the focus of this session is to offer a safe, trusted space for you, our donors to learn how they can support Kitsap Rescue Mission – the nonprofit they already love – with legacy gifts.

Learn more and RSVP at:

bit.ly/2026-08-estateplan

Or call 360-698-3622

Hope to see you there!