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Brevard Rescue Mission

THE LIGHT POST

When "Kathy" was accepted into the BRM program,

it meant that she not only had a place to live, but

also that her 8-year-old son could be reunited with

her -- AFTER TWO YEARS APART!  

Financial difficulties combined with Kathy’s health

condition had rendered them homeless two years

ago and living in their car.

Without access to needed medication, she was

hospitalized and her son was placed in foster care.

After she was released from the hospital, she

struggled to maintain her health so she could afford

stable housing, which was a condition of

reunification. “I knew having housing would be the

only way to get my son back,” she explained.

Her son’s foster family reached out to BRM

about availability. The foster care oversight

team shared that her acceptance into the BRM

program was a key factor in their decision to

move forward with the reunification. 

MArch 2019

A F A M I L Y R E S T O R E D

We know Brevard Rescue Mission’s reputation and that

this family will receive the support they need to move forward.

Now in the BRM program, this BRM mom has

stable housing and ongoing case management

to help her meet her financial, educational,

employment and health-related goals.

“My son and I are very excited,” Kathy said.

“I can now plan a future with him!”

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P A G E 2THE LIGHT POST

Seeking Sponsors We're celebrating 10 years by holding our

Women Who Care SHARE event TWICE!

This exclusive event has been overbooked for

the past few years so we are having two

luncheons on consecutive days in late April. 

Sponsorship opportunities are available

ranging from $600 for Community Supporters

to $15,000 for the Presenting Sponsor!

If you decide to include us in

your estate plans, please notify

us so that we can make sure we

have a clear understanding

of your plans. 

Brevard Rescue Mission, Inc.  PO Box 362203

Melbourne, FL 32936

Tax EIN# 26-1686406

321-480-9100

Make your legacy of kindness

and compassion for helping

homeless mothers and their

children live on through

Brevard Rescue Mission.

Not only can a charitable legacy

gift result in significant estate tax

savings for you, but it also can

ensure the viability and strength of

Brevard Rescue Mission to change

the entire direction of homeless

families - positively impacting their

legacies for generations. 

The Legacy Society

Natasha.Cartagena@ShelterMortgage.com

Contact: Natasha Cartagena Spencer

407-234-8504

  SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

All proceeds from this event will support the

programs and services to help homeless women

with children served by Brevard Rescue Mission.  

Support@BrevardRescueMission.org

www.BrevardRescueMission.org

P A G E   3THE LIGHT POST

Before coming to BRM, a single mother with three

children was living with her parents, working full time,

and paying outrageous daycare expenses that didn’t

allow her to save money for a place of her own.

“Since coming to BRM, I’ve been able to pay off debt,

set up an emergency fund and put money into savings.

It’s such a great feeling to get ahead.”

She has learned to create a monthly budget, pay her bills

on time and is excited to be saving for a deposit on her

own apartment.

During weekly case management meetings and financial

classes, the residents of BRM identify areas of

unnecessary spending and learn the importance of

paying bills on time to increase credit scores in

anticipation of renting. This spring, they are filing their

taxes and making a detailed plan for how they will

allocate money wisely from their returns.  

“I’m finally able to lay the foundation for my family’s

future. There’s a light at the end of our tunnel.”

~ A BRM Mom

- Pay bills on time - Create a monthly budget - Find & increase credit scores - File income taxes - Allocate tax refunds wisely

BRM moms are learning how to:

MOMS ARE OPENING THEIR FIRST-EVER SAVINGS ACCOUNTS!

THEIR DOLLARS ARE MAKING $ENSE!

Brevard Rescue Mission is excited to partner with First Baptist Melbourne

on The Treehouse project. When construction is

complete, it will house up to FIVE MORE families to be

served by BRM! Stay tuned...

"I lived in 33 foster homes and 2 emergency

shelters as a child," explained a BRM mom at the recent annual Impact 100 Partner event. 

"Homeless moms learn they're valuable and

loved," said Lief Johnson, BRM Board Chair. "Their current circumstances are not the

definition of who they are. God has a purpose

for their lives and their children's lives that go

far beyond their current circumstances.

Here, they are introduced to Hope!"

P A G E   4THE LIGHT POST

Brevard Rescue Mission, Inc. is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization. A copy of the official registration and financial information (CH26655) may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling 1-800-435-7352 within the state of Florida. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation from the state. Since you are receiving no goods or services in return for your donation, your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent of the law.

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SUMMER INTERNS

Are you available each week for at least two

out of the three dates and times listed here?

Are you at least 18 years of age?

Please send a resume and cover letter to

Bridgett@BrevardRescueMission.org

before May 1, 2019 

 IF YOU HAVE A HEART FOR CHILDREN AND MINISTRY,

THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! 

Impact 100 Partners are fueling our mission! Will you join the family as an Impact 100 Partner by donating

$100+/monthly or $1,200+/annually?

TUESDAY:  6:20pm-7:45pm THURSDAY:  6:20pm-7:45pm SATURDAY:  9:00am-11:00am

Impact 100 Partners Hear First-Hand from a BRM Mom at Annual Event

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