Central Union Mission, DC

Central Union Mission, DC No one should live hungry and homeless. Central Union Mission is the oldest social service agency in the District of Columbia.

It was founded in 1884 by the Reverend Latham Douglass, a young man filled with compassion for the thousands of homeless, neglected men who wandered Pennsylvania Avenue, many of whom were Civil War veterans. Since 1884, the Mission has continuously operated an emergency shelter for homeless men and been a place for spiritual uplift and recovery. It has survived the Great Depression, two world wars

, 24 presidential administrations, neighborhood transitions, and numerous relocations. The Mission Today

Today, Central Union Mission is a faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with seven locations throughout the Washington metropolitan area. In addition to its family ministries, the Mission operates an emergency shelter program, a rehabilitation program for men with life-controlling issues, a food, clothing and furniture distribution center, a retreat and recreation center with a camp for underprivileged children, programs for isolated seniors, computer and job training and transitional and low-cost housing. The Mission is continually developing its programs to meet the changing needs of the community. Its current programs serve homeless men, underprivileged women, children, seniors, families, and veterans. see videoOne life at a time, the Mission works to help transform the area's toughest rehabilitation cases, including drug addicts, gang members, criminal offenders, and the chronically homeless into productive members of society. The Mission's programs have an extremely high success rate at helping individuals overcome addiction and homelessness, and achieve independent living.

06/12/2026

We’re so grateful for our incredible young volunteers from .church who travelled all the way from Texas to serve alongside us during three meaningful mornings of shelter upkeep! Their energy, joy, and willingness to roll up their sleeves brought real encouragement to our team and care to the men we serve. We’re thankful for the ways they showed up with hearts ready to serve 🙏

You've worked hard to build what God has entrusted to you. What if those blessings could continue changing lives for yea...
06/11/2026

You've worked hard to build what God has entrusted to you. What if those blessings could continue changing lives for years to come?

Stocks. Property. Business interests. Collections. Many of our most valuable assets can become a powerful legacy of hope for neighbors in need.

Discover how your legacy can help share meals, shelter, restoration, and the love of Christ for generations to come.

Learn more: missiondc.christianwill.org/get-inspired/

Three days. Three facilities. One mission: sharing the love of Jesus!A huge thank you to our friends from Passion City C...
06/09/2026

Three days. Three facilities. One mission: sharing the love of Jesus!

A huge thank you to our friends from Passion City Church DC for serving across all of Central Union Mission's ministries as part of their LOVE DC campaign. From Mission: NOVA in Northern Virginia, to our Men's Shelter in downtown DC, to our Comprehensive Family Resource Center on the Maryland border, these amazing volunteers showed up with servant hearts and a passion to love their neighbors. They made a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. We're deeply grateful for the way they spread out across the Mission and poured out God's love in such tangible ways.

Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus and reminding our community that they are seen, valued, and loved. ❤️

Have a blessed Sunday!
06/07/2026

Have a blessed Sunday!

06/05/2026

A meal can open a conversation. A conversation can change a life.

Every day at the Mission, men who have experienced homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and hardship find a shelter and services. But more than that, they find people who believe in them, walk alongside them, and point them toward lasting hope.

Transformation doesn't happen overnight. It happens through relationships, encouragement, accountability, and the love of Christ lived out day after day.

This is what men's ministry looks like. This is what restoration looks like.

Collaboration in action! 🙌Last week, we had the opportunity to join fellow nonprofits and community partners at an Amazo...
06/04/2026

Collaboration in action! 🙌

Last week, we had the opportunity to join fellow nonprofits and community partners at an Amazon Skilled Volunteering session as part of Amazon’s Global Month of Volunteering.

We want to thank the Amazon team for sharing their expertise and helping us think through practical communications solutions that will strengthen our work and impact. We’re also grateful to Taproot Foundation for connecting skilled volunteers with local nonprofits and helping organizations like ours grow stronger.

It was an energizing day filled with creativity, collaboration, and new ideas, and we left inspired by what’s possible when people come together to serve their communities.

After months of hard work, determination, and careful saving, Mr. Antonio Barandon has reached a major milestone... he's...
06/03/2026

After months of hard work, determination, and careful saving, Mr. Antonio Barandon has reached a major milestone... he's home.

With keys in hand and a bright future ahead, Mr. Barandon is celebrating the stability and independence he worked so hard to achieve. His journey is a powerful reminder that when people are given the support, resources, and opportunity to rebuild, lives can be transformed.

Join us in congratulating Mr. Barandon on this incredible accomplishment! 🏠🔑

A big thank you to our wonderful volunteer friends from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mt. Pleasant,...
06/02/2026

A big thank you to our wonderful volunteer friends from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mt. Pleasant, DC, for spending a recent morning serving at our Men's Shelter!

From helping with important upkeep projects to sharing handwritten notes of encouragement and offering special prayers for our guests, their kindness and compassion made a meaningful impact. We are grateful for community partners who help remind the men we serve that they are seen, valued, and not alone.

Thank you for being the hands and feet of hope in our community. ❤️

Smiles. Laughter. Dancing. Friendship. 💃🕺Our Senior Prom was a reminder that no one is ever too old to experience joy, c...
06/01/2026

Smiles. Laughter. Dancing. Friendship. 💃🕺

Our Senior Prom was a reminder that no one is ever too old to experience joy, connection, and community.

Seniors walked the red carpet, posed for photos, enjoyed great food, danced to their favorite songs, and crowned a Prom King and Queen. But perhaps the most meaningful part of the day was seeing friendships grow and watching people feel seen, valued, and celebrated.

At the Mission, we believe every person deserves dignity, belonging, and the opportunity to create new memories, regardless of age or circumstance.

Thank you to our supporters, volunteers, and partners for helping make days like this possible. Because of you, our seniors didn't just attend a prom, they experienced a community that cares.

Take a look at some of our favorite moments from the day!

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