Homeless Men Honored at Open Door Mission Father’s Day Celebrations

Last month on June 18th, Father’s Day was celebrated throughout the nation. But there’s no celebrating on the streets, where fathers with children are among a growing segment of the homeless population.

“These homeless men are someone’s father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, neighbor and friend. The community has been a huge blessing to Open Door Mission by showing our homeless men that they are special and loved,” says Candace Gregory, President/CEO. “Over 300 water bottles filled with candy were provided by caring supporters throughout the Metro. It is an honor to be the recipient of such kindness.”

More than 300 homeless men celebrated Father’s Day at Open Door Mission this year. A Home Run Brunch and Guys Night In Grill Out were held on Saturday, June 17th at the Garland Thompson Men’s Center. Every man in attendance received a special gift in honor of Father’s Day, thanks to the generosity of the community.

Open Door Mission (www.opendoormission.org) is a Gospel Rescue Mission that provides 816 men, women, and children with safe shelter beds, serves more than 2,300 hot nutritious meals daily, and provides preventive measures to more than 275 families living in poverty. Open Door Mission offers life-changing programs for those recovering from life-altering addictions and abuse to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty.