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Genevieve Gromlich, Content and Communications Manager: June 8, 2020 at 5:19 PM
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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Lynn Yount, UGM Volunteer: August 21, 2019 at 4:46 PM
You may have noticed a recurring theme on the Impact Blog: Everybody who works at UGM is in ministry. Whether in maintenance, payroll, the kitchen or
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Lynn Yount, UGM Volunteer: December 1, 2016 at 9:21 AM
Geraldine Fait’s connection to UGM goes all the way back to the Mission’s earliest days. Her husband, Fred, was a policeman assigned to the “skid...
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James Bishop: September 16, 2016 at 1:00 PM
Serving meals at a California rescue mission several years ago made a lasting impression on Jerry and Stephanie Belden. So much so that, when they...
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James Bishop: March 15, 2016 at 11:10 AM
Following the death of their daughter, caring for women became a top priority for Blondies Salon Owners Marie and Rene’ Lacroix.
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James Bishop: January 15, 2016 at 10:30 AM
Russ Henderson isn’t letting his age get in the way of helping those in need. At 91, he’s an avid supporter of the women and children at Anna Ogden...
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Union Gospel Mission: January 15, 2016 at 10:20 AM
Raydeane Owens, lead pastor at Heart of the City Church in Coeur d’Alene, recently described why the church believes it’s important to welcome...
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Union Gospel Mission: October 5, 2015 at 12:19 PM
Trace spent 15 years intermittently homeless, fluctuating from employed to unemployed, living on the streets or in an RV without heat, running water...
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Union Gospel Mission: July 8, 2015 at 1:58 PM
By Clare Pursch, UGM Camp Photographer/Blogger UGM Camp thrives on not only the incredible love of God, but also on the generosity of those who ...
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Union Gospel Mission: July 1, 2015 at 11:20 AM
Are you looking for a way to connect with UGM, make a difference and have fun fellowshipping with like-minded women? UGM Women’s Auxiliary may be the...
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Union Gospel Mission: June 5, 2015 at 3:52 PM
The UGM Center for Women and Children in Coeur d’Alene was recently the beneficiary of 1,400 books, the culmination of the Eagle Scout project of a...
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Barbara Comito, former marketing director: December 30, 2014 at 3:52 PM
Frequently Asked Questions: How will my donation be used? By Barbara Comito, Director of Marketing & Communications When we asked the volunteers who...
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James Bishop: October 1, 2014 at 11:40 AM
Jerry Coatney was literally ecstatic when he got an email from Greg Barclay saying that UGM was looking for a driver. Jerry had wanted to volunteer...
James Bishop: October 1, 2014 at 11:35 AM
As we prepare for our 5th Annual City-Wide Thanksgiving Dinner, we’re excited to try something new. This year, we’d like to put a Bible in the hands...
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James Bishop: September 1, 2014 at 11:40 AM
It’s that time again. Help us fill our pantry for the coming year. The drive, which runs from October 1 through November 30, will focus on a few...
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Barbara Comito, former marketing director: March 14, 2014 at 1:50 PM
Reason #1: Shari Griffin Shari, 50, just finished the first four phases of the LIFE Recovery program at the UGM Center for Women & Children in Coeur...
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Union Gospel Mission: December 1, 2013 at 10:58 AM
Lois used to be a kindergarten teacher. That probably says it all. Lois loves kids. Her husband, Everett, loved children, too. The couple lived life...
Union Gospel Mission: December 1, 2013 at 10:55 AM
UGM is partnering with Burlington Coat Factory again this year for the Warm Coats/Warm Hearts Campaign.
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Union Gospel Mission: September 1, 2013 at 11:50 AM
Makin’ a list. Checkin’ it twice…and here’s what we discovered. In order to best serve our clients and clearly communicate our holiday needs to the...
Union Gospel Mission: August 1, 2013 at 12:05 PM
Help children staying at UGM shelters begin the school year on the right foot with all the necessary school supplies.
Union Gospel Mission: July 1, 2013 at 12:04 PM
Approximately 240 people attended the 1st Annual Afternoon of Hope Luncheon at the UGM Center for Women & Children in Coeur d’Alene to learn more...
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Union Gospel Mission: December 31, 2012 at 11:05 PM
Young and old. Washington and Idaho. Individuals, churches and businesses. Look how you teamed up to care for the poor in 2012.
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Union Gospel Mission: December 1, 2012 at 11:02 AM
Every year, the South Hill Bible Church youth group puts a creative twist on UGM’s food drive – to great effect! On October 31st, rather than donning...
