Kitsap Rescue Mission

03/14/2026

Sharing for those who may need to know.

03/13/2026

Thank you for hosting such a great event!

03/13/2026

Loved being a part of the Port Orchard Nonprofit showcase today!

03/11/2026

YOU, our donors, are partners in the success stories of people that live right here in Kitsap and Mason Counties.

Today, we have shared 4 impactful stories of people that worked hard to change their lives. They needed support, and your donations helped to make that happen. Our programs work.

Won't you help today by make a donation?

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

Our mission statement is: "Motivated by our faith in Christ, our mission is to build a community on the Kitsap Peninsula that cares for those experiencing homelessness".

When you support our work, we embrace you as part of the community that helps people in need of support and housing.

03/11/2026

In 2025, 72 guests of the Kitsap Rescue Mission transitioned from homelessness to safe, permanent housing. Not everyone wants to share their journey, and that is ok. The stories we share today on the day of the Kitsap Great Give are blessings. Each one of these wonderful people gave permission to share their journey.

Sherie's success story is the 4th in this series, from March 28, 2025.

Sherie, a strong, independent and motivated mom, arrived at KRM in February 2025. During her brief stay with us she was able to find employment and a home for her and her wonderful children outside of Kitsap County in March 2025.

Due to the generosity of our volunteers and donors we were able to provide Sherie with a Moving on Box for her and her family. We want to wish her well on her next adventure and it was a pleasure to work with her.

Congrats Sherie!

Thank you, donors, all the thoughtful donations made the transition into their new home a joy.

Your support makes stories like this possible. When we all give what we can, it adds up to so much! Please donate today.

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

03/11/2026

Did you know that the Kitsap Rescue Mission at our new location in Port Orchard is able to accept pets that belong to our guests?

One big reason people may refuse to enter shelters is because they don't want to give up their pets. If you are a pet lover, you know what pain that might cause someone to give up their pet.

Here is guest (and pet) success story #3 today. Jeff Sanders, his case manager shared this story on June 18, 2025.

We would like to introduce you to Kevin and Evergreen. Kevin has devoted his life to helping others who were experiencing homelessness (like himself) for almost a decade. He is well known for advocating for those without a voice in our community and for giving everything to those who had less than he did.

I have known Kevin for all those years but haven't had the privilege of working with him one-on-one until he enrolled in our program. Since he has come to The Pacific Building 111 days ago, he has worked diligently with Kitsap Rescue Mission staff to start building a foundation to which led him to permanent safe housing.

Kevin was chosen by Pendleton Place who is one of our community partners that supports those who are unhoused. We would like to celebrate Kevin and Evergreen in their new forever home.

Please join us in congratulation Kevin and Evergreen with their new permanent home!

We call that a double win! Won't you give a gift today via the Kitsap Great Give to help more people, and their pets, find permanent, affordable and sustainable housing right here in our community?

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

You can be a part of helping those most in need locally. Your partnership in this work is crucial to keep successful programs running.

03/10/2026

How about another 2025 success story? Katie's is so impactful!

YOU can help more people just like her in 2026. Please donate today through the Kitsap Great Give.

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

M**h played a significant role in Kathleen Smith’s life. But, spending a year in county homeless shelters - most recently at the new Port Orchard shelter, Pacific Building - allowed Smith to turn her life around. Today she cleans houses, works at a fast-food restaurant and recently acquired someth...

03/10/2026

As you may know, today is the Kitsap Great Give. Kitsap Rescue Mission is participating in this one day giving event, hosted by the Kitsap Community Foundation.

Our goal this year is to raise $15,000.00 to help our guests in 2026. As of this post, we are currently at $4,758.00.

We LOVE our donors and are so thankful for each and every one of our supporters. YOU are the reason we can help people transition from homelessness to permanent, affordable and sustainable housing.

More good news from 2025. Here is success story #2, Jamie.

Jamie arrived at Kitsap Rescue Mission on 5/22/25 and started working with us on supportive services and housing. She had already been working with the Catholic Community Services HEN program.

During her 67 days with us she was able to secure safe affordable housing in Kitsap County on 7/28/25. Kitsap Rescue Mission was able to provide Jamie with a Moving On Box to assist her with her basic needs. We would like to celebrate Jamie and wish her well on her new adventure.

Please join us in congratulating Jamie! 👏🎉🙌

Together, let's create more success stories for our guests in 2026.

You can give online from the comfort of your home via the following website:

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

03/10/2026

Today, we'll be sharing 4 guest success stories with you as today is the Kitsap Great Give.

David's story is the first.

In February 2025, Kitsap Rescue Mission had the privilege of meeting David.

During his time with us, he showed nothing but patience and kindness to everyone around him.

In November 2025, we celebrated his success as he moved into his new home with the support of Pendleton Place. Congratulations, David — we wish you all the very best in this next chapter!

Please give David a "thumbs up" or a positive comment for his success!

A special thank-you to Destiny Colon, his Housing Navigator, and Jeff Sanders, his Case Manager, for their dedication and support along the way.

You can be a part of someone's success story at Kitsap Rescue Mission by donating today through the Kitsap Great Give.

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

03/10/2026

Do you worry about the people experiencing homelessness in Kitsap and Mason counties? Does it hurt your heart to see people in cold or bad weather sitting by the side of the road with a sign and their belongings?

There exists a pathway to transition individuals experiencing homelessness into permanent, affordable housing, provided they are willing to embrace change.

Families need not reside in automobiles or temporary shelters, and elderly individuals can be assured warmth and safety. Comprehensive support is available for those seeking recovery from trauma, mental health challenges, or substance use disorders.

Since 2009, Kitsap Rescue Mission has been dedicated to assisting individuals in Kitsap County who are experiencing homelessness. The organization has evolved from its initial efforts of meal service into a robust, compassionate community, offering continuous-stay emergency shelter and a wide range of wrap-around services. These offerings instill hope, dignity, and provide a pathway toward self-sufficiency.

Our programs work.

Today you can make a donation through the Kitsap Great Give to support our life changing work.

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/kitsap-rescue-mission

03/01/2026

Do you love the Kitsap Great Give? If you are not familiar with the event, it is a one day online giving event that helps registered nonprofit organizations in Kitsap and Mason counties raise funds for their causes. The Kitsap Community Foundation hosts the event annually.

TOMORROW, March 1st, early giving begins. The official event date is Tuesday, March 10th.

Kitsap Rescue Mission's fundraising goal for this event in 2025 is $15,000.00.

Since 2009, we have been assisting people experiencing homelessness in Kitsap County.

In 2025, through the support of our services, 72 people successfully transitioned from homelessness to safe, affordable, permanent housing. Our programs work.

We love our community and donors that support Kitsap Rescue Mission. Your support makes success stories possible.

We'd love your financial contribution so we may continue this life saving work right here in Kitsap County!

Stay tuned for links and more information coming soon right here!