"For I was hungry and you gave me food...

I was a stranger and you welcomed me."  
                             - Matthew 25:35

Knox Area Rescue Ministries provides daily for those most vulnerable and desperate among us, first supplying rescue services of food and shelter, then recovery and restoration, including job-training opportunities.

KARM serves nearly 1,000 meals per day, feeding not only the homeless, but many in crisis who must choose between food and other basic needs.

KARM's emergency and residential shelters for men, women and families are home to nearly 400 people each night, providing a safe place of encouragement to those in need.  

KARM's Crossroads Welcome Center is an innovative major resource for those caught in the cycle of homelessness,  providing direct access to a team of knowledgeable, loving staff and volunteers for help. It also provides services such as telephones, internet, job information boards,storage space, restrooms and appointment meeting space.

KARM's residential recovery programs help individuals confront the root causes of their homelessness and addictions.  In the 12-18 month Biblically-based recovery training  participants receive spiritual support, case management and counseling, which help them build a relationship with the Master Healer and position them for success. 

KARM's job training programs in food service and janitorial care provide the skills to maintain steady employment and break the cycle of homelessness.

How can you help? 

KARM has both donation opportunities and volunteer opportunities.  Please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.