Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:
For over forty-one years the United Methodist Inner City Mission has served the needs of those who are hopeless, hungry and homeless. The Mission provides ministries to address the spiritual, physical and emotional needs of the community and offers hope for a brighter future. But now, we have reached a critical point and we need the support of the United Methodist Churches in order to continue our work. We have many vital programs in jeopardy including:
*The After School and Summer Tutorial Programs. This is one of the best tutorial programs in the city. This summer there was a documented 20% increase in reading scores.
*McKemie Place- A shelter for homeless women and it is the only one of its kind in the city. The Mission opened its doors for McKemie place in March, 2007 and is now the permanent site for the shelter.
*Pro-kids. This program offers on-site counseling at the mission for children and youth. This program has seen a tremendous increase in the number of participants over the last six months.
*The Economics of Staying in School. Junior Achievement has partnered with the Mission to educate students on the importance of getting a good education and how much more they can expect from life if they remain in school and go on to college.
*Taylor Park. The Park offers year-round involvement in team sports, a pool and a gym. For many kids, these programs offer a safe alternative to being on the streets.
*Kids In Touch Against Violence, Anti-Drug Programs, Senior Citizens Programs, Emergency Assistance, and Boy Scouts are among the many other programs that are in peril.
We are urging you to include the Mission in your church’s budget for $25 per month or ask another group within your church to sponsor the Mission. Twenty five dollars each month will provide someone who is homeless with a hot breakfast for five days a week for one year. Twenty five dollars each month will also pay the administrative expenses for one at-risk child to receive tutoring for six months or cover the expenses for five children to attend our eight week summer enrichment program.
Many small contributions from our United Methodist Churches each month will allow our ministry to survive and continue serving those in need. We need your help and we pray that as a part of the United Methodist Church, you will support this vital mission.
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Tonny H. Algood, Director
United Methodist Inner City Mission
Contributions can be made to: P.O. Box 9082, Mobile, AL 36691
*The After School and Summer Tutorial Programs. This is one of the best tutorial programs in the city. This summer there was a documented 20% increase in reading scores.
*McKemie Place- A shelter for homeless women and it is the only one of its kind in the city. The Mission opened its doors for McKemie place in March, 2007 and is now the permanent site for the shelter.
*Pro-kids. This program offers on-site counseling at the mission for children and youth. This program has seen a tremendous increase in the number of participants over the last six months.
*The Economics of Staying in School. Junior Achievement has partnered with the Mission to educate students on the importance of getting a good education and how much more they can expect from life if they remain in school and go on to college.
*Taylor Park. The Park offers year-round involvement in team sports, a pool and a gym. For many kids, these programs offer a safe alternative to being on the streets.
*Kids In Touch Against Violence, Anti-Drug Programs, Senior Citizens Programs, Emergency Assistance, and Boy Scouts are among the many other programs that are in peril.
We are urging you to include the Mission in your church’s budget for $25 per month or ask another group within your church to sponsor the Mission. Twenty five dollars each month will provide someone who is homeless with a hot breakfast for five days a week for one year. Twenty five dollars each month will also pay the administrative expenses for one at-risk child to receive tutoring for six months or cover the expenses for five children to attend our eight week summer enrichment program.
Many small contributions from our United Methodist Churches each month will allow our ministry to survive and continue serving those in need. We need your help and we pray that as a part of the United Methodist Church, you will support this vital mission.
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Tonny H. Algood, Director
United Methodist Inner City Mission
Contributions can be made to: P.O. Box 9082, Mobile, AL 36691
