Welcome to McDowell Mission Ministries!
History
McDowell Mission Ministry was established in August of 1993 by a group of concerned Christian individuals and churches who saw the need for this kind of ministry in the county.
In 1996 the Christian Clothing Center was united under the umbrella of the Corporation, and leased the old County Health Department building. In 1998, the ministry moved into its new debt-free building adjacent to the Men's Shelter on State Street.
We receive financial support from McDowell United Way, individuals, churches, businesses and foundations and an Emergency Shelter Grant from the State of North Carolina. As a non- profit organization, all gifts are tax deductible, and are always appreciated.
Our ministry is powered by volunteers from all walks of life, who contribute thousands of hours every year.
The Christian Clothing Center provided about 100 free bags of clothing per month to needy families, and with profits from the sales, we were able to give assistance to Hospice, Family Services and several other service organizations. The ministry has grown every year and as the government continues to reduce support for social programs the demand for assistance will continue to increase.
The Friendship Home has arranged for 2 adoptions since its opening, providing expectant mothers a home, counseling, and support during their pregnancies.
As a resident of McDowell County, the Mission seeks to be of benefit to its community. It does this by being:
- A resource for our churches to help the homeless, the poor and the hurting, without being hurt themselves
- A referral and resource for other helping and social service agencies
- A savings for taxpayers by providing services the government would otherwise have to provide
- An agency to make our streets and communities safer
- A way to return to the community men and women who are productive and contributing citizens
- A transportation provider for the needy and elderly
