Reaching Out...Changing Lives
Founded in 1890, the Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc., is a faith-based Christian ministry serving the city of Utica and The Mohawk Valley.
The Rescue Mission serves:
Those experiencing homelessness
Individuals with substance use disorders
Those recently released from incarceration
Individuals with a mental health diagnosis
Those experiencing food, clothing, or housing insecurity
Those deemed incapable of managing their finances
Read our 2024 Annual Report here.
Help Is Here
Programs & Services
Your support of the Rescue Mission equips us to reach out to men, women, children, and families with the Good News while meeting physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and practical needs. Your support results in transformed lives and hope for the future. We do this primarily through our programs and services.
Here's How You've Helped...
Your Support Transforms the Lives of Many in Our Community!
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News & Updates
Need Help?
We Are Here For You
Homeless?
Our 59-bed Emergency Shelter for men provides safe lodging, meals, clothing, critically needed counseling, education, advocacy and referrals to agencies that meet the needs of the clientele.
Addicted?
The Addiction Stabilization Center is a 25 bed faith based Residential Stabilization Service for adult men and women with Substance Use Disorder.
Hungry?
Free, nutritious meals are available during breakfast, lunch and dinner to anyone from the community who is hungry at 201 Rutger Street.
Financially Desperate?
Our Representative Payee Program provides bill paying and case management services to people in the community who are unable to manage their own financial affairs.