I Had Tried Everything
People like you are making Dave’s recovery journey possible and he thanks you for that. Dave grew up in a dysfunctional, alcoholic family. He ended up falling into alcoholism as…
Category Archives : Stories of Hope
A Family on the Mend
Crystal grew up in with addiction in her family. She became addicted herself at age 14 and has been in and out of jail and prison. Her first child was…
Food, Shelter, Salvation!
I’d like to start out by giving my most heartfelt thanks to the Lighthouse Mission, its donors, and its staff for extending help, hope, and shelter at a time of…
Thank You, God
Read Steven’s story to discover how God pursued him even while he was running. Your gifts provide deep healing. Steven was born into a family of five in Seattle. Traditionally,…
My Second Chance
This family has been transformed because people like you give! Read Amanda’s story: I came to Lighthouse Mission ten years ago. I was twenty years old and homeless, involved in…
Bob’s Story
Bob stayed at the Mission for two years and has been clean and sober for over five. He’s in his early fifties and, even though he had extensive experience, Bob…
He Came in Angry, He Left as Family
Marv had been in and out of the Mission for six years. When I first met him, he was very angry and I noticed some possible mental health concerns. While…
Tex’s Story
I truly believe I was born an alcoholic. The first drink was just the start of it. My mom committed suicide when I was nine years old. Then my sister…
Hamid’s Story
Before I came to the Mission, I was in tatters. My biggest obstacle was being abandoned by my family. I was in dire need of medical and financial assistance. I…
The First Time I Felt 100% Safe
You’re more helpful than you realize! Your generosity is making all the difference for Elizabeth: “After arriving at Agape Home, I realized that first night that it was the first…
