Our History

Humble Beginnings

LVRM was founded in 1970 by a pastor and six businessmen who had a calling to help those who were homeless and hungry. Together, they secured a tiny storefront at 414 West Bonanza Road. By God’s grace, they provided sandwiches and drinks, along with mats and blankets for men to eat and sleep away from the elements.

LVRM is more than just a shelter; we stand as a beacon of hope. We continue to adapt to meet the needs of men, women and their children in an ever-changing society. Through effective, innovative Christian recovery programs, the Mission provides a path for those who want to escape the despair of the streets.

A man in glasses smiling and pointing at a framed picture of a boat on water.
Front view of a building under construction with a cross-shaped window in the upper section.
Four people, three men and one woman, standing at a table, smiling and holding packages of food in a kitchen or dining area.