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When Tyler first walked through our doors at 850 Lincoln, he had nothing left. He hadn’t showered in a month and a half. His shoes were falling apart. He hadn’t eaten properly in weeks. And maybe worst of all, he didn’t have an ID.

Think about that. No driver’s license. No proof of who he was. Without it, he couldn’t get a job, rent a room, or even begin the long climb out of homelessness. He was stuck.

That first day, one of our staff walked up and said, “Bro, you need a shower—let’s get you on the list.” From there, Tyler was given clean clothes. Then he was served food and coffee. Three simple things, but each one spoke hope into his heart: you matter, you’re not forgotten, there’s a way forward.

He kept coming back. Day after day, he found a safe place with us—volunteering alongside Jerry, listening to Pastor Sterling’s encouragement, and growing in community. When his ID finally came through, he didn’t have the last $25 to pick it up. He was crushed. But through Christ’s Body Ministries, Harold handed him $20, and another $5 came from a staff member. That same day, Tyler walked out with his ID in hand. Hours later, he landed a job!!!

And the transformation kept building. Tyler gave his life to Jesus and was baptized. His story even sparked the salvation and baptism of another guest. Today, he’s working full-time with overtime, paying rent in his own apartment, rebuilding his relationship with his daughter and fiancée, and even reconnecting with his siblings on his birthday.

This is what your giving makes possible. A shower, a meal, and a pair of socks might seem small—but in God’s hands, they become the first step in a whole new story.

Tyler’s story is powerful, but it’s not unique. Every week, men and women like him walk through our doors—exhausted, broken, and hopeless. And every week, your generosity helps write a different ending.

A practical way to help individuals like Tyler is to prayerfully consider supporting CBM on a monthly basis and become one of our “Heroes of Hope” partners.

For just $10 a month, you can help someone like Trey:

–      Receive a hot breakfast and a warm smile

–      Find clean clothes and dignity through our free clothing closet

–      Feel safe, seen, and cared for—no matter their diagnosis or situation

–      Be reminded they are still loved and not forgotten

Would you stand with us?

Please send your gift today to help us keep the doors open, the food hot, and the gospel alive in Denver’s streets.

Together, we can see more Tylers rise from brokenness to new life.

Or consider a $5,000 gift and become one of our President’s Team 50 @ $5k partners; these gifts will help elevate our summer slump. We have 28 individuals who have contributed to this campaign so far. We are still praying for 22 more President’s Team Partners at $5K.

Join us in prayer for Tyler and give generously to allow us to serve, share, and care for “the least of these.”

God Bless!

Dr. Jim Copeland
Executive Director & CEO