Quadruple that number and you're probably getting closer to the actual number of people on the street. That doesn't include those who are couch-surfing, staying in motels and hotels, or sleeping in their vehicles.
The biggest concern by far however, is the 30 percent increase in families the mission fed this year; it's going to be a very difficult year for many......Rescue Mission Feeds Christmas Dinner To 1,000 Homeless
Posted: Dec 25, 2008 07:23 PM
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Volunteers at the Nashville Rescue Mission were on a mission to feed the homeless on Christmas Day.
Almost 1,000 people without a home for the holidays enjoyed a warm meal at the rescue mission.
The amount of homeless women and children is reportedly on the rise. There were about 30 percent more that were fed Thursday.
"I'd be lying if I said I didn't cry because we're in a homeless shelter, but - you know, we're making it," said Marianne Ford.
Officials said there are more than 1,500 homeless people in Nashville.
The mission operates almost solely on donated food and contributions.
Almost 1,000 people without a home for the holidays enjoyed a warm meal at the rescue mission.
The amount of homeless women and children is reportedly on the rise. There were about 30 percent more that were fed Thursday.
"I'd be lying if I said I didn't cry because we're in a homeless shelter, but - you know, we're making it," said Marianne Ford.
Officials said there are more than 1,500 homeless people in Nashville.
The mission operates almost solely on donated food and contributions.
