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Genevieve Gromlich, Content and Communications Manager: June 8, 2020
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
