Everyone is affected by Covid-19, and our clients are no exception. We are thankful for our clients' health. No one has contracted this virus, but our losses are great.  Our clients and our ministry have suffered grave financial and social-emotional losses.

Too often, young people like Alec struggle to get a fresh start because they can't afford even one or two week's rent. The Alec Benson Scholarship Program helps men and women, who have completed their time served in both Sarasota and Manatee County Jails, move into Purpose House.

We know the dark side of addiction. We see the news headlines, crimes and homelessness. What we don't see enough of is the hope.  According to the Bureau of Justice, within five years of release, 77 % of drug offenders were rearrested. HOWEVER, with the right support, people CAN recover and leave the crimes of their past behind.

Currently, our Sunday night meeting welcomes almost 200 people each week. Every Sunday, we serve free hotdogs and drinks, and on the first Sunday of every month, we serve a free and delicious dinner to all of our guests. We also sponsor bowling nights, movie nights, and other sober outings. Your gift lets us feed more people, reach more people, and sponsor more outings.