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Gratitude in Recovery

One of UGM’s core values is Thankfulness, and this month we reflect on the pursuit of gratitude in our day-to-day lives and in the work of healing that takes place here. Tracie Nunez, UGM Women & Children’s Shelter Director, spoke this month at our...

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A Pathfinder Responding to the Call from God

by Daniel Dailey, UGM volunteer I used to think, “If I’m going to be involved with anything like UGM, it needs to be effective.” The Holy Spirit...

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World Homeless Day

Every year on October 10, people around the world take a day to acknowledge the needs of those in their communities facing homelessness, and we...

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Brave Enough to Take that First Step

What would you say to someone living on the streets or deep in addiction? Finding the right words can be tough unless you’ve been there. For the past...

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Fall at the Mission: A caring community in action

This season is special. And at UGM, it’s more than the smell of new school supplies, pumpkin spice in our mugs, cozy sweaters, and Washington apples....

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Wrapping Up 2024 UGM Camp: A summer of touched hearts

What Camp Sponsorships Provide This summer, friends like you helped provide a safe, loving environment for underprivileged children in our community....

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UGM LC Valley Shelter: Exciting progress and a renewed purpose

Returning to Our Roots After 11 years away from our hometown of Lewiston, my wife (Bonnie), our two sons, and I have returned. Over the past decade,...

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Crandell Adventure Course: Legacy gifts come to life at UGM Camp

Playing fun games. Cooling off in the water. Making crafts. Trying something new. Forming friendships. Oh, summer camp. As many people look back on...

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7 Reasons to Donate Your Vehicle

1) You invest in renewed lives. When you donate a vehicle to UGM, all proceeds from the sale go directly toward improving lives in your community....

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Expo '74's legacy: A reflection on homelessness in Spokane

As we continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Expo ’74, I want to take a look back in time. As a high school student, I heard about how the...

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Commencement 2024

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Life Recovery Commencement: Freedom from addiction

Freedom From Addiction Every June, we invite the community to Commencement, a celebration of the incredible successes of the individuals who’ve...

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Gratitude In Action: A heart-to-heart message from Phil Altmeyer

Give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you. (1 Thessalonians 5:18) I’ve always marveled that one of the things God wills for our life...

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Restoring Dignity: Davenport Hotels Partner with UGM

Establishing A Partnership In 2022, ‪UGM Vocational Advancement Manager Matt Moznette reached out to the Davenport Hotels hoping to establish a...

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Embracing Life’s Twists & Turns: A Path of Hope in Recovery

Completing the 5-phase Life Recovery program marks the beginning of a life of recovery outside the walls of UGM. Individuals embark on a lifelong...

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UGM Connect: Renewing the Mind, Rewiring the Brain

As Mental Awareness month comes to an end this May, we'd like to share about the recent UGM Connect in Coeur d’Alene. We're grateful for the...

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Rebuilding A Life: Brenda’s story of resilience and hope

Many individuals we serve have endured significant losses. How can someone rebuild their life when they lack the resources and emotional strength to...

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Honoring Mothers in Recovery

The 18 to 24-month-long UGM Life Recovery program requires vulnerability, persistence, and commitment from the men and women who participate....

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UGM Camp: The lasting impact of faith and friendships

Preparing for UGM Camp The 2024 UGM Camp season will be here soon, and we are prepping in anticipation of all the children who are about to be...

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Pursuing Lifelong Recovery: Generations changed by a UGM family

The UGM Life Recovery program prepares individuals to break cycles, create healthy relationships, and balance responsibilities. Rachel commenced in...

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From Volunteer to Legacy Partner: Leaving a Lasting Impact on the Ministry

UGM operates 100% free from government funding. To effectively serve those in need, we rely on various types of generosity from the community—from...

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Physical Therapy Partnership: Caring for the whole person

Providing Essential Resources UGM relies on the support of the community to offer comprehensive care to individuals in need. One of the lesser-known...

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UGM Shelters: Havens of truth and honor

Once basic needs are met through UGM shelter services, individuals can face the issues that have perpetuated their unwanted situation. Through case...

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In His Likeness: A heart-to-heart message from Phil Altmeyer

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” Ephesians 2:10 Friends, I don’t know if your garage or shop looks like mine,...

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A Lasting Partnership: The Belden’s commitment to UGM

Laughs and tears are shared as Jerry and Stephanie Belden recount years of following Jesus together. They are passionate about supporting Union...

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A Journey of the Heart: The love and power of the Gospel

Those who enter our Life Recovery program walk the path toward life change, receiving trauma-informed counseling, parenting support, life skills...

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