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Filling the stomach, feeding the soul…

A hot meal, a safe bed, a hand extended in Christian love can be more than sources of hope. They can be seeds of faith.

Last year, more than 340,000 nourishing meals were served to hungry people, and no one was turned away. To us, that meant more than 340,000 opportunities to share the love of Christ.

That's why this year, we'll serve more than 360,000 meals as we continue to welcome every man, woman and child who comes through the door.

"I would have died out there without Knox Area Rescue Ministries. There is no doubt in my mind, God delivered me."
- Stanley

"Without a place like Knox Area Rescue Ministries I would still be in jail or worse. Thank you for what you are doing."
- Harold

Donna's Story

Donna was back in the emergency room again. For 22 years, doctors had helplessly patched her back together. One time a broken jaw. Another time broken toes. Twice she came in with a broken ankle. IN all, she would suffer nine broken bones and countless bruises, cuts and humiliations…