Waterfront Rescue Mission and EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless Receive Proclamation for
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
Pensacola, Fla. November 6, 2009 - The Escambia Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation to the president of the Waterfront Rescue Mission, Mick Breault, and the director of the EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless, Brunie Emmanuel, in honor of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week last night at one of the Commissioners monthly meetings.
Each year, the week before Thanksgiving, the National Coalition for the Homeless and the National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness co-sponsor National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (NHHAW). During this week, a number of communities and cities take part in a nationwide effort to bring greater awareness to the problems of hunger and homelessness.
This is the third year the Waterfront Rescue Mission has been a proud proponent and participant of National Hunger and
Homelessness Awareness Week. The Waterfront Rescue Mission has partnered with the EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless for this national event and together they have planned several activities that allow the entire community to become involved in spreading the truth about homelessness. The week of NHAAW will fall on November 15-21. See below for a full schedule of events during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
Please note that some events do not have all the information listed. Make sure to visit www.waterfrontmission.org or call 1-888-853-8655 for more details about National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
Click here to find out more about NHHAW.
NHHAW SCHEDULE:
Sunday, 15th - Candlelight Vigil for the Homeless in Santa Rosa County
When: 6:30p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: Riverwalk in Downtown Milton
What: This vigil will be held to help create awareness of all of the homeless individuals living on the streets, in shelters, cars, tents, etc. and to pay homage to homeless individuals who have died during the past year. This moving event will include music, testimonies from formerly homeless individuals, light refreshments and a moment of silence for the homeless individuals who have passed away in the last year.
Monday, 16th - Warmth for Winter Kick-Off!
When: All day Monday- Saturday
Where: Donation Drop-Off Locations:
Escambia County:
-Waterfront Rescue Mission-16 W. Main St.
-UWF Campus-Building 19
Santa Rosa County:
-Winn-Dixie-Navarre, Gulf Breeze and Milton Locations
-Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Center-4467 Avalon Blvd. in Milton
What: Kick-off for the community's warm weather clothing drive. Help keep the least, the last and the lost warm this holiday season by donating gently used or new warm clothing items. These items will be given to the Waterfront Rescue Mission. Warm Clothing Items: Coats, gloves, scarves, hats, thermal underwear, etc.
Tuesday, 17th - Day of Prayer, Prayer Breakfast
When: 7 a.m.
Where: Loaves and Fishes, 257 E. Lee Street
What: "God, what is your will for me? How do I respond?" Breakfast will be served by leadership from local service providers including First Call for Help, BRACE, Department of Children & Families, Lakeview Center, Waterfront Rescue Mission and more. Help bring awareness and understanding about the homeless and hungry in our community by joining local leaders and homeless individuals in prayer, fellowship and a light breakfast.
Wednesday, 18th - Fasting and Food Donation Day
When: Participate by fasting for part or all day on Wednesday. Food drive will last from Wednesday-Saturday.
Where: Donation Drop-Off Locations:
Escambia County:
-Waterfront Rescue Mission-16 W. Main St.
-UWF Campus-Building 19
Santa Rosa County:
-Winn-Dixie-Navarre, Gulf Breeze and Milton Locations
-Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Center-4467 Avalon Blvd. in Milton
What: Fasting ... A Day of Consecration Day... Join Bob Solarski from WEAR Channel 3 News and others in fasting for a day or for a meal. Experience what others experience on a daily basis as a poor or homeless individual. Donate non-perishable food items in place of your meal/meals. Donations will be given to the Bay Area Food Bank. Food Items Accepted: Canned or dry goods
Thursday, 19th - Candlelight Vigil for the Homeless in Escambia County
When: 6 p.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Waterfront Rescue Mission, 16 W. Main Street
What: This vigil will be held to help create awareness of all of the homeless individuals living on the streets, in shelters, cars, tents, etc. and to pay homage to homeless individuals who have died during the past year. This symbolic event will include testimonies from past homeless individuals, a moment of silence for the homeless who have passed away this year and light refreshments.
Friday, 20th - Faces of Homelessness - Gallery Night in Downtown Pensacola
When: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Pensacola, 106 S. Palafox St.
What: EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless will be featuring art from local homeless artists at Gallery Night in downtown Pensacola. Stop by to enjoy musical performances by local homeless individuals as well as some light refreshments while learning how you can help mitigate the challenges facing the poor and homeless in our local community.
Saturday, 21st - Wrap-Up for Food and Warm Clothing Drives
When: All day
Where: Donation Drop-Off Locations:
Escambia County:
-Waterfront Rescue Mission-16 W. Main St.
-UWF Campus-Building 19
Santa Rosa County:
-Winn-Dixie-Navarre, Gulf Breeze and Milton Locations
-Waterfront Rescue Mission Bargain Center-4467 Avalon Blvd. in Milton
What: Last day to donate food or warm clothing items. These items will go to local service providers including the Waterfront Rescue Mission and the Bay Area Food Bank. Food Items Accepted: Canned or dry goods. Warm Clothing Items: Coats, gloves, scarves, hats, thermal underwear, etc.
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