Social enterprises are about more than teaching hard skills. They create a ripple effect of hope and opportunity and are pathways to dignity and independence. They help our guests develop the soft skills—like teamwork, time management, and customer service—essential for success in the workplace and in life.

Jerald’s journey took him from a promising career in psychology to wandering the country, searching for meaning in life. A prayer and a broken-down car led him to Gospel Rescue Mission, where he found his true purpose. Jerald is learning to serve others with warmth and dignity while transforming lives—starting with his own. Read on to see how you can help make stories like Jerald’s possible.