Union Rescue Mission 5K Raises Funds for Homelessness in Los Angeles

Annual "Just Help 1" 5K

• 🏃‍♀️ Hundreds of runners and walkers gathered at Griffith Park for the 8th annual Union Rescue Mission 5K.
• 🎯 The event aims to raise awareness and funds to combat homelessness in Los Angeles.

Impact of Donations

• 💰 Mark, the CEO of Union Rescue Mission, stated that 86 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to transforming lives and helping people find homes.
• 📈 The goal for this year's event is $1.5 million, with approximately $1 million already raised.

Addressing Homelessness Crisis in LA

• ⚠️ Los Angeles County has the highest number of homeless individuals in the United States.
• 🤝 The Union Rescue Mission serves as a solution, helping individuals end their homelessness.

Comprehensive Support Programs

• 🏠 Union Rescue Mission provides a range of services for individuals at their lowest points, including those dealing with addiction, trauma, domestic violence, or job loss.
• 🧠 Programs include healing, addiction recovery, mental health services, medical and dental care.
• 🛠️ They also offer trades training in areas like welding and machinery operation, leading to living-wage jobs and helping people find their way home.

Ways to Get Involved

• 💻 Those unable to attend the 5K can visit the Union Rescue Mission website to volunteer or donate.
• 🗓️ The organization also hosts other events, including an upcoming 'abseil' event in September where participants repel down a building.