Meeting the needs of our city's homeless and hurting people
Together we provide safe shelter, hot meals, medical care, job training and compassionate care to transform lives here in the Washington D.C., metropolitan area.
In the midst of this upheaval, Central Union Mission is committed to continuing to serve lost and hurting souls in our community—no matter what challenges we face.
LEARN MOREThe Family Ministry Center is Central Union Mission's hub for family services in Washington, DC. Monitor schedule changes to deal with the COVID-19 Virus here.
LEARN MORECamp Bennett Christian Ministry Center is Re-Opening in June. Jobs and volunteer positions are available.
LEARN MOREHomeless crisis in our capital
The homeless crisis in the District is one of the worst in the nation. The rising cost of urban living—intensified by the city’s need for more affordable housing and higher wages—has left more people on our streets than ever. Central Union Mission is committed to being a solution.
LEARN MOREOUR IMPACT
Founded in 1884, Central Union Mission is the oldest private social service agency in the District of Columbia. Thanks to friends like you, last year we provided:
Stories of Change
Miracles happen within our walls. Learn the stories of men, women and children who’ve transformed their lives from homelessness to hope
CHRIS FRYE - The path from being a Camp Bennett Camp Counselor to being elected Mayor of Newcastle, PA!
READ MORENavy Veteran gets a chance for a new life. He had hit his breaking point in the fall of 2016
READ MOREWith a good job and now reconciled to his sister, Khotso gratefully credits the Mission for his brand new life.
READ MOREUpcoming Events
Throughout the year Central Union Mission hosts a variety of events to bring our community together to help homeless men, women and children. Upcoming events include:
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