"Our objective is that every client will be a responsible person, living in a supportive community (church, spouse and friends), with a job and permanent housing."

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Donations

Financial

The Gospel Center Rescue Mission values the trust of every donor. In a continuing effort to maintain a trusted relationship, the Gospel Center Rescue Mission has enrolled in the "Reliability Program" through the Better Business Bureau. View our GCRM profile on the "Better Business Bureau" website.

Make your donation safely with PayPal or Network for Good. Click on the appropriate button. For assistance please call (209) 320-2329.

Make a monetary donation to GCRM through PayPal. It's the safe and easy way to donate.

You can also safely and securely have your donations automatically deducted on a monthly, quarterly or annually basis through Network For Good

Donate Urgently Needed Items

Diapers(sizes 4 & 5) / Feminine Hygiene Products / Toilet Paper / Toothbrushes / Toothpaste / Bar Soap / Deodorant / Shampoo / Conditioner / Hairbrushes / Towels / Lotion / Foot Powder / Coffee Sweatshirts & Sweatpants / Socks / Sweaters / Underwear & Undergarments / Thermal Underwear / Hats & Beenies / Umbrellas / Gloves / Pillows / Twin Sheets

For more information on these needs or how to schedule a drop-off or pick-up of your donation, please e-mail us by clicking here or call (209) 320-2329.

Matching Gifts

Some companies have established matching gift programs that will match dollar for dollar every donation made to eligible non-profit organizations. Please check with your Human Resources Dept. to see if your company participates in such as program.

Gift Registries

You are welcome to click on the logos below to purchase items from our online Wish Lists of our ongoing supply needs. You can also purchase gift cards for us from these lists so that we can purchase these items in nearby store locations:

      

Save Mart S.H.A.R.E.S. Card

Raise funds for the Gospel Center Rescue Mission with every purchase that you make at any Save Mart, S-Mart Foods, Food Maxx & Lucky with your Save Mart/Gospel Center Rescue Mission co-branded S.H.A.R.E.S. Card. To have one(or more) mailed to you at absolutely no charge, please call (209) 320-2329 and give us your name, mailing address and how number of cards that you would like.

Used Cellphones / Computers / Recyclables

We accept used cellphones, computers, electronics and all recyclable items and eWaste that you collect for us which we can safely and responsibly exchange for cash donations. Please call (209) 320-2329.

Fundraising Events / Supply Drives

You can donate proceeds of your fundraising events such as a crab-feeds, sponsored sleep outs, concerts, percentage of your business' sales or host a receptacle for supply donations in "high traffic" locations. 

Bert Van Dyken Scholarship Fund

By donating to the scholarship fund, you will give someone the opportunity to better their life through education. Financial contributions to the Gospel Center Rescue Mission for the Bert Van Dyken Scholarship Fund should be clearly marked "Scholarship Fund". If you would like more information about the Bert Van Dyken Scholarship Fund, please contact:

Bill Brown,  Executive Director
(209) 320-2314
ceo@gcrms.org

Will, Living Trust Or Estate Planning

For information on how to add the Gospel Center Rescue Mission to a Will, Living Trust or Estate Planning please contact:

Bill Brown,  Executive Director
(209) 320-2314
ceo@gcrms.org

"Gifts-in-Kind" Giving Opportunities

Clothing:
Clothing for men, women and children of all ages and sizes are needed. Clothing should be in wearable condition since there are no facilities to launder or repair clothing. Clothing may be delivered directly to the Rescue Mission or to request a pick-up, please click here.

Automobiles, trucks, boats and farming equipment:
Donated automobiles and trucks are often used to replace existing Rescue Mission vehicles when a donated vehicle is newer or in better condition than a existing vehicle.

Secondly, we can sell a donated vehicle, boat or farm equipment and place the sales price in the general fund of the Rescue Mission to purchase goods or to provide services for clients. Please call Mike Viss at 209-320-2309 to arrange the donation of a vehicle, boat or farm equipment.

Household Items:
Small appliances, major appliances and furniture are needed to assist clients in setting up housekeeping. Also, the Rescue Mission has an ongoing need for automatic washers, dryers, sofas and chairs for program facilities. Pickup of small appliances, major appliances and furniture is available by special arrangement through the receptionist at (209) 466-2138

Exception:
Refrigerators and freezers must be in working order with a remaining life expectancy of at least two years. The laws governing the disposal of unusable refrigeration equipment can result in fees as high as $100 per item to dispose of non-working equipment. Therefore, we are unable to accept refrigeration equipment that leaks freon or doesn't work. We can arrange disposal of such items on a per item, per cost basis.

Notice:
IRS Regulations allow the donor of any of the above items to receive a deduction in their taxable income in the amount of the value of anyone of the above donations. However, certain regulations and restrictions apply. Consult your accountant or tax preparer for professional advice. The Rescue Mission will provide a suitable receipt at the time of the donation.

Advocate & Volunteer

Click here to find out how to give of your time and talents.

Online Purchases & Proceeds

By clicking on the banners below your regular online searches and purchases will benefit the Mission: