Open Door Mission has been busy lately preparing homeless and needy children for their first day of school. On August 7th, these children received haircuts, manicures and breakfast courtesy of Shey Salon & Spa. After the haircuts, they headed to Chic-fil-A in Bellevue where they received a full tour of the restaurant and even got to have lunch with the cow. Candace Gregory, President/CEO of Open Door Mission, sees homeless children begin a new school year each fall and knows how difficult it can be for them. “A new hair style means a great deal to anyone. It’s especially wonderful to see homeless and needy children benefit from a generous community.” All school aged children have been adopted by generous donors from the community and will be receiving new clothes and shoes through Open Door Mission’s Adopt-A-Student program. “This has truly been a collaborative effort from the Heartland, to help needy children begin the school year with confidence to succeed” adds Gregory.
Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 816 safe, shelter beds, serves over 2,000 nutritious meals and provides preventive measures to more than 275 people living in poverty. For more information, please call (402) 422-1111 or visit opendoormission.org.