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YOU CAN HELP

Hartford Rescue Mission is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. We rely upon tax-deductible contributions to support our work. Please make checks payable to 'Hartford Rescue Mission' and mail to:

Hartford Rescue Mission

P. O. Box 1628

Hartford, CT 06144

You may make a secure online contribution to Hartford Rescue Mission through Network for Good, Inc. by clicking here or on the logo below. Donations are accepted using Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express, or checking accounts.

Here is a list of other ways you can assist us:

Pray for a facility in Hartford's North End where Hartford Rescue Mission can expand its offerings to include such services as long term shelter and life change programs, Bible studies, and clothing distribution.

Please contact Rev. Gregg Woods if you're aware of another such facility in Hartford's North End.

Volunteer. We currently need help preparing and serving the evening meals from 3:00-7:00 p.m., for either all or a portion of that time.

Donate canned and dry goods with unexpired dates.

Donate supplies and paper goods, including plastic utensils, soup and serving spoons, styrofoam or paper plates, bowls, hot/cold cups, table cloths and napkins. Consider sponsoring a drive at your place of employment or church to collect these items.

Make a tax-deductible monetary donation. We encourage churches and organizations to consider adding the Mission to your missions/outreach budget, or to sponsor a fund drive for our organization.

Consider a planned gift, such as a bequest upon death, charitable remainder and lead trust/unitrust, making the Mission the beneficiary of life insurance and retirement proceeds, transfer of appreciated securities and property, and via other giving vehicles. Please contact Rev. Gregg Woods if you desire to make a planned gift.

Give us an opportunity to speak to your church or organization about the mission and services of Hartford Rescue Mission. We can tailor the presentation to your allotted time and interests.

To respond to any items mentioned on this list, please contact Rev. Gregg Woods, Hartford Rescue Mission Executive Director, at (860) 241-0989 or via email.

Hunger hurts. It denies dignity, lessens human energy, erodes community stability, and damages the potential of a person to progress. America, long the land of plenty, now faces a crisis of hunger. An increasing number of people in Greater Hartford are without food, some for the first time in their lives. For those of all ages who confront hunger, solutions must be found. Please help Hartford Rescue Mission respond to local hunger.

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Local Restaurant Owner Feeds the Hungry

Thomas Armstrong greets lunch hour customers by name as they pay their tab and make trips to the inviting buffet of authentic fare at his Rajun Cajun Restaurant, 2790 Main Street in Hartford. Born and raised in New Orleans, he has been in business at the current site of his northside eatery for three years.

Mr. Armstrong felt moved to help Hartford Rescue Mission after Rev. Gregg Woods visited him one afternoon and expressed the dire need to feed the poor and needy in Hartford's north end. "I just had to get involved," recalls Thomas. "I am moved by the needs that some individuals face and, even though I'm just one person, I felt I had the capacity to help." He supplies the entire meal for one night a week at the Mission, providing such favorites as chicken, fish, ribs and a variety of hearty sides. "I hope my actions motivate others to get involved," Thomas adds.

"Thomas Armstrong and the Rajun Cajun Restaurant are a blessing," expresses Rev. Woods. "I just shared the need and he responded in a generous way by providing meals every Tuesday evening."

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Thomas Armstrong, owner of Rajun

Cajun Restaurant in Hartford, supports Hartford Rescue Mission by providing the meal one night a week and encourages others to do the same.