Union Mission in the News
Parker’s Kitchen helps women experiencing homelessness
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Parker’s Kitchen is making a big difference for women experiencing homelessness.
The company presented a round up campaign check for over $200,000 to Parker’s House for Women Monday.
The donation was made possible through a customer round-up campaign, with Parker’s Kitchen matching 25% of all donations.
Team members also donated clothing and toiletries to the facility.
Since opening in September of 2022, Parker’s House has served more than 800 women with over 500 of those clients have moved into stable, long-term housing.
“When you see someone dealing with the issues they’ve been dealing with and to be able to help them be successful it is very satisfying, gratifying, to know you helped make a difference for them. That is what Parker’s House does. It is trying to help those who have fallen on their feet and get up and live prosperous lives,” said President and CEO of Union Mission, Michael Traynor.
Parker’s House for Women is the only emergency housing program along the I-95 corridor from Florida to South Carolina dedicated solely to unaccompanied women experiencing homelessness.
$1 million donation will help fund new Resource Center for the Homeless
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Union Mission will soon have a new tool to help in its effort to put a dent in Savannah’s homeless population.
And a generous $1 million donation will help them accomplish that sooner rather than later.
"We want to be part of the solution with us to try to have a place of the homeless can come during the daytime," said Greg Parker, the founder and executive chairman of Parker's Kitchen.
And Parker’s founder and executive chairman, Greg Parker, is putting his money where his mouth is.
Wednesday morning, Parker’s announced they are donating $1 million to help support Union Mission’s new Resource Center.
"I've got to tell you, on behalf of the entire Parker's team, we're so excited to be continuing to work with the Union Mission to try to help with solutions for homelessness," said Parker. "Homelessness is not a crime. They are not criminals. And we need to be helping our brothers and our sisters when they're in their time of need."
Union Mission’s 10th annual ‘Raising Hope’ gala raises awareness for homeless services
June 10, 2025
HUTCHINSON ISLAND, Ga. (WSAV) — A local nonprofit that has been changing lives across Savannah has a big night ahead on Tuesday. Union Mission is hosting its 10th annual Raising Hope gala as it works to end homelessness.
WSAV spoke with Union Mission on their plans to end homelessness in the region and how they intend to celebrate a decade of hosting the Raising Hope gala.
More than 800 guests will gather at the convention center on Hutchinson Island Tuesday night to celebrate a decade of transformation and support. The sold-out event is not just a gala – it’s a celebration of lives changed and a powerful look ahead.
Union Mission’s Raising Hope event has become one of the most impactful fundraisers in the Savannah area. This year is its biggest yet. In 2024 alone, Union Mission helped transition more than 770 individuals from homelessness to stable housing, providing over 185,000 nights of shelter and 260,000 meals.
Savannah’s Union Mission announces new resource center
May 6, 2025
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Savannah’s Union Mission is taking a major step forward in the fight against homelessness.
On Friday, the nonprofit will unveil plans to transform a former Family Dollar building on West Oglethorpe Avenue into a state-of-the-art resource center.
The 8,200 square foot space was designed in partnership with SCAD students—who spent ten weeks developing an innovative, welcoming environment for the unhoused community.
The expansion will include a larger day center, counseling and housing services, workforce training, and even laundry and medical spaces—all aimed at helping people get back on their feet.
Since opening its first day center, Union Mission has served more than 1,500 people, and organizers say this new location will help them do even more.
