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Last updated on October 17, 2008

Seattle's Union Gospel Mission is a private, non-profit and faith based organization serving greater Seattle. This year, the Mission celebrates 75 years of restoring hope and changing lives. Today, the Mission continues to serve homeless and hurting men, women and children in our community while partnering with individuals, businesses, churches and supporting organizations.

Description:
The Mission provides food and shelter 365 days a year. In addition to providing emergency services, the Mission also offers recovery programs, counseling, transitional housing, education and job training, youth services, dental services and legal services while reaching out to seniors and incarcerated men and women. The Mission's 18 programs and variety of services are designed to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of each individual served.

History:
In April of 1932, local businessmen and clergy met to address the needs of homeless people in Seattle who were hit hard by the Great Depression. On August 21, 1932, the Mission opened it's doors in downtown Seattle to feed and care for hurting and homeless people. The doors have remained open ever since responding to the needs of our community.

Contact people:

Carol Osher, Volunteer Director, (phone), (email) Mark Schickedanz, Assistant Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Juanita Banks, Dental Clinic Director, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: 206-723-1076

Address:

318 2nd Ave. Ext. S Seattle, WA 98104 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.ugm.org

Directions:

UGM's Men's Shelter is at 2nd & Washington in the Pioneer Square District of Seattle. From I-5 Southbound, take James St. Exit, go West to 2nd, turn Left and go South to Washington. From I-5 Northbound, take 4th Ave. exit (#164B). Turn Left on 4th to Washington. Turn Left on Washington to 2nd.

Miscellaneous Information

Liability
	No
Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers?
	Yes
Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18?
	Yes

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