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City Mission of Schenectady
  • LANCE’S STORY

    LANCE’S STORY

    May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

    With your help, this spring represents steady progress, growing faith, and the beginning of a healthier rhythm of life for Lance.

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  • KIM’S STORY

    KIM’S STORY

    January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

    Last holiday season was extremely difficult for Kim. She had suffered great loss, and the holidays felt empty and isolating.

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  • VINNIE’S STORY

    VINNIE’S STORY

    January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

    Last holiday season, Vinnie was finding support and growth in the Bridges to Freedom program at City Mission…

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  • CBS6 INTERVIEW WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    CBS6 INTERVIEW WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

    Executive Director Mike Saccocio recently joined the CBS6 Morning Team as part of their Season of Giving coverage. Watch the full interview here today!

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  • MOM & DAUGHTER’S STORY

    MOM & DAUGHTER’S STORY

    April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

    Geri and Jamie found themselves in a situation they never expected. Geri was working to provide a home, but…

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  • DUELING PIANOS | WNYT GREATER GOOD

    DUELING PIANOS | WNYT GREATER GOOD

    April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

    We’re excited to share that City Mission’s Dueling Pianos event was featured on WNYT’s The Greater Good in Our Community segment!

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  • K-LOVE INTERVIEW | LOCAL CLOSER LOOK

    K-LOVE INTERVIEW | LOCAL CLOSER LOOK

    April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

    In this K-Love interview, Executive Director Mike Saccocio offers a candid look at homelessness, sharing common misconceptions about…

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  • A BRIGHTER FUTURE

    A BRIGHTER FUTURE

    November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

    When Casey first arrived at City Mission, she felt a sense of relief. Since then, she has experienced great transformation.

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  • RECOVERED HOPE

    RECOVERED HOPE

    November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

    Before Brian arrived at City Mission, his life was in turmoil. Then, he met someone who told him about City Mission.

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  • ADDITIONAL TRANSITIONAL APARTMENTS

    ADDITIONAL TRANSITIONAL APARTMENTS

    August 15, 2024August 15, 2024

    We are thrilled to share the news of our ribbon-cutting celebration for the Cornerstone Building located on our campus – providing 23 additional apartments.

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  • EDWIN’S STORY

    EDWIN’S STORY

    August 15, 2024August 15, 2024

    A seemingly normal life turned into a life filled with addiction, homelessness and great struggle for Edwin when he was faced with the trauma of loss, guilt and pain.

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  • A SECOND CHANCE

    A SECOND CHANCE

    April 9, 2024April 9, 2024

    Lawrence had been to City Mission once before…“Leaving here was without a doubt my lowest point, but I was lucky to have found a way back and try again.”

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  • IN LOVING MEMORY

    IN LOVING MEMORY

    April 9, 2024April 9, 2024

    With only a suitcase of belongings to his name, Michael walked down the driveway on Christmas Eve, not knowing where else to turn.

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  • NEW HOPE IN HARD WORK

    NEW HOPE IN HARD WORK

    May 8, 2023May 8, 2023

    Your friendship has helped Walter find safety, thrive in his health and uncover a true purpose for providing to others what you provided for him.

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  • 117TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET

    117TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET

    May 8, 2023May 8, 2023

    This two-night event allowed us to gather with the donors, volunteers, and caring supporters who make a world of difference on our campus and in the community.

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  • UNIQUE BOUTIQUE | SCHOOL CLOTHING ROOM

    UNIQUE BOUTIQUE | SCHOOL CLOTHING ROOM

    February 3, 2023February 3, 2023

    Unique Boutique is helping meet the needs of local children and families by offering students the opportunity to ‘shop’ clothing and other essential items. Learn more here!

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  • SERVING GOD BY SERVING FOOD

    SERVING GOD BY SERVING FOOD

    December 7, 2022February 3, 2023

    The Times Union recently visited our Dining Center to speak with our Director of Food Services about what goes into preparing and serving nearly 600 meals each day.

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  • THANKSGIVING BLESSINGS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

    THANKSGIVING BLESSINGS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

    November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

    Check out this WNYT News coverage to hear from Angela Williams, Director of the Family Life Center, about how gatherings such as these can aid in healing a hurting heart.

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  • FINDING PURPOSE

    FINDING PURPOSE

    September 14, 2022May 8, 2023

    For most of her adult life, Sarah found herself stuck in a devastating cycle of homelessness, addiction, and abuse… until City Mission.

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  • RYAN’S STORY

    RYAN’S STORY

    March 30, 2022March 30, 2022

    Happily employed and heavily involved in his church, Ryan was content with the path he was on in life…but tragedy struck when Ryan suffered the unexpect­ed loss of his son.

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  • WELCOMING A NEW BUILDING

    WELCOMING A NEW BUILDING

    March 14, 2022June 21, 2022

    Earlier this month, we were blessed to come alongside partners, staff, and friends to welcome a new building at City Mission. Check this out to learn more!

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  • RAMONE’S STORY

    RAMONE’S STORY

    October 25, 2021October 26, 2021

    Ramone was caught in a cycle of bad decision-making for most of his life and saw no other path for himself… until a fellow resident urged him to give City Mission a chance.

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  • LIFE TO THE FULLEST WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    LIFE TO THE FULLEST WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    September 29, 2021October 1, 2021

    In this inspiring podcast interview, Executive Director Mike Saccocio joins host Dan Jason to discuss the ‘Power of God’s Love & Redemption.’

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  • FREIGHT FARM AT CITY MISSION

    FREIGHT FARM AT CITY MISSION

    August 4, 2021August 4, 2021

    Through a trusted partnership with SEFCU, City Mission received a Freight Farm, located right next to the Administration building on our campus.

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  • WGY RADIO INTERVIEW WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    WGY RADIO INTERVIEW WITH MIKE SACCOCIO

    August 4, 2021August 4, 2021

    Executive Director, Mike Saccocio, recently had the opportunity to speak with WGY’s Diane Donato about exciting new developments happening at City Mission.

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  • BUILDING A PLACE TO LEARN

    BUILDING A PLACE TO LEARN

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    When the pandemic first started, we needed to make some changes to equip the children staying at our Family Life Center to be able to succeed at school.

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  • BUILDING COMMUNITY

    BUILDING COMMUNITY

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    These beautiful farm stands, built at City Mission, are now located at our Dining Center. Guests can select items they need when they pick-up their to-go meals.

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  • BUILDING BETTER LIVES

    BUILDING BETTER LIVES

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    When Canino arrived at the Mission, he was faced with the tough reality that he would have to truly change his life, if he really wanted to get better.

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    WOMEN FIND FAITH, PURPOSE AT CITY MISSION

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    Since our Family Life Center opened in 2003, it has been a safe refuge for homeless women and children, providing emergency and long-term shelter.

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  • MORE TRANSITIONAL HOUSING

    MORE TRANSITIONAL HOUSING

    February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

    In February 2021, we began demolition of two older buildings on Lafayette Street to create space for a new building which will house 10 apartments, as well as a Wellness Center.

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  • NOAH’S ARK

    NOAH’S ARK

    January 20, 2021January 20, 2021

    In order to help the students living at our Family Life Center, we recently created a special learning space called “Noah’s Ark” to be used as a virtual learning classroom.

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  • THANKSGIVING 2020

    THANKSGIVING 2020

    November 26, 2020January 20, 2021

    Thanksgiving 2020 looked different at City Mission due to COVID-19. Instead of gathering together in our Dining Center, to-go meals were distributed to hungry people.

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  • VIRTUAL BANQUET 2020

    VIRTUAL BANQUET 2020

    September 21, 2020September 21, 2020

    Join us for our first virtual banquet as we share behind-the-scenes tour and inspiring stories of how your partnership is making a difference at City Mission!

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  • THE UNCONVENTIONAL PATH

    THE UNCONVENTIONAL PATH

    August 12, 2020August 4, 2021

    Executive Director, Mike Saccocio, recently shared about the exciting and innovative things happening at City Mission on The Unconventional Path podcast.

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  • COVID-19

    COVID-19

    March 17, 2020February 9, 2021

    We have been closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 in our community. We are dedicated to providing care to our residents.

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  • NEW APARTMENTS

    NEW APARTMENTS

    January 15, 2020February 5, 2020

    In December 2019, we cut the ribbon on 8 new Transitional Housing apartments on Lafayette Street and celebrated with the new tenants!

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  • ABOUT US
    • WHO WE ARE
    • FAQ
  • ABOUT US
    • WHO WE ARE
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  • WHAT WE DO
    • PROVIDE SHELTER
    • FEED THE HUNGRY
    • DOWNTOWN AMBASSADORS
    • EMPOWER EMPLOYMENT
    • DISCIPLESHIP & LIFE SKILLS
    • PROVIDE CLOTHING
    • COMMUNITY OUTREACH
    • EXODUS INTEREST FREE LOAN
  • WHAT WE DO
    • PROVIDE SHELTER
    • FEED THE HUNGRY
    • DOWNTOWN AMBASSADORS
    • EMPOWER EMPLOYMENT
    • DISCIPLESHIP AND LIFE SKILLS
    • PROVIDE CLOTHING
    • COMMUNITY OUTREACH
    • EXODUS INTEREST FREE LOAN
  • GET INVOLVED
    • VOLUNTEER
      • New Volunteers– Get Started!
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    • EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
    • EVENTS
  • GET INVOLVED
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      • New Volunteers– Get Started!
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  • WAYS TO GIVE
    • MATCHING GIFTS
    • DONATE CLOTHING
    • DONATE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
    • HOST FILL THE TRUCK EVENT
    • ORGANIZE A COLLECTION
    • PLANNED GIVING
    • NON-CASH GIFTS
    • SHOP TARGET REGISTRY
    • AUTOMOBILE DONATION
  • WAYS TO GIVE
    • MATCHING GIFTS
    • DONATE CLOTHING
    • DONATE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
    • HOST FILL THE TRUCK EVENT
    • ORGANIZE A COLLECTION
    • PLANNED GIVING
    • NON-CASH GIFTS
    • SHOP TARGET REGISTRY
    • AUTOMOBILE DONATION
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