With serving an average of 650 people each day, Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County needs assistance getting ready for the hot summer months to come. There are certain necessities that we need to stock up on so we are prepared to meet the needs of those in need. Here are some of the ways [...]
“We were born to unite with our fellow men and to join in community with the human race.”– Cicero The community is the lifeline of Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County. We simply could not do it without the support of individuals, businesses, foundations and churches. The electronic volunteer sign-in, the impressive facilities and the [...]
Often times, residents at Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County who are close to moving out face anxiety about living independently. The Mission tries to address these issues by collaborating with local agencies that can teach residents certain life-skills to better prepare them for living on their own. Through partnership with the Tarrant Area Food [...]
Spring time in Texas can be brutal for those that suffer from allergies. The homeless are certainly no exception. Have you ever wondered what resources the homeless have to get basic medical needs met, like treating allergies? Specifically, at Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County we offer free primary health services at the Healing Shepherd [...]
Volunteers are the lifeline of Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County. With close to 2,000 volunteers in our database, we recognize that each and every one of you has something special and unique to offer. Whether it’s being a friendly face in our dining hall, mentoring and tutoring our kids or hosting a special event [...]
Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County provides comprehensive supportive services to thousands of men, women and children each year. These services have given many residents hope and a chance for a new start. One of these long lasting programs is More than Budgets, a financial literacy seminar developed and offered by TCU Economist Dawn Richards [...]
With Easter only days away . . . I’m reminded of Jesus’ words from Matthew 25:40 — “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Easter Sunday is a joyous occasion each year at the Mission. We serve nutritious and fulfilling meals to hundreds [...]
An essential part of helping the residents of Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County restore their lives is offering various programs that assist them and bring them the resources and tools they need to succeed. One of those programs is adult GED tutoring. There has always been a need to educate the homeless since a [...]
In 1995, I started as a volunteer at Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County helping tidy the outside space. It didn’t take long to realize that I needed some additional horticulture instruction to be able to continue to make the property a pleasurable and appealing place to live for the residents so I decided to [...]
As the season begins to change, we here at the Mission welcome the warmer weather and hail the return of another spring break! For many students and families, spring break is an excellent time to go on vacation. But, when you’re homeless, that’s not an option. Because of this, during all school breaks at the [...]