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Kelowna's Gospel Mission

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KGM is a multi-service social agency that reaches out to people experiencing homelessness and povert

Kelowna’s Gospel Mission was founded in 1977 by a handful of students from the Okanagan Bible School. They all shared one thing--the desire to reach out to Kelowna’s impoverished population with love, faith and support. For over 40 years, KGM has continued to grow, driving change and meeting needs in our community. Today we offer nutritious meals, emergency shelter for both men and women, a dental clinic for low-income patients, a thrift store, and more. Please join us in turning homelessness into wholeness today.

11/06/2026

Our Christmas Match is live!

Having someone to talk to matters. Your support helps our neighbours in need find that connection through counselling, spiritual care and programming at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission.

Last year, there were 482 moments of connection through this work.

Your gift helps that care continue this Christmas and beyond.

Until December 1st , every donation will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $265,000 in total, thanks to our generous pledge partners.

Thank you for helping us be there for our neighbours.

Give today and double your impact:
https://kelownagospelmission.ca/2026christmas/?utm_source=CM2026_Meta&utm_medium=MetaPaidKGM&utm_campaign=KGM+Christmass+Match+2026&utm_id=Christmass+Match+2026

11/03/2026

Our Christmas Match is live. 🙏

From now until December 1st, every donation will be matched, up to $265,000, thanks to our generous pledge partners.

That means your gift will go twice as far to help provide care, support, and hope for people in our community this Christmas.

Hear from Spencer about what your support can make possible this Christmas.

Be part of the match. Donate today:
https://kelownagospelmission.ca/2026christmas/

10/21/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the family this Saturday?

A little reminder that the Fall Festival at Elysium Gardens is happening this Saturday, October 24!

There’s lots to enjoy, including pumpkin picking, a sunflower maze, dinosaurs, old cars and more. 🌻

Proceeds from October 24 will be donated to Kelowna’s Gospel Mission and will help support programs and services for people experiencing homelessness in our community.

We’ll be there too, and we’d love to see you! Don’t miss this fun fall day. Bring the family and come join us.

🎟️ Tickets are only $20 per family. Click the link here to get yours: https://elysiumgardens.ca

10/17/2026

💛 What a special milestone! We're celebrating 22 years with Sonja!

Sonja, our Recruitment Manager of Volunteers, People and Culture, has been part of the Kelowna's Gospel Mission family for 22 years!

Over the years, Sonja has met so many people, listened to their stories, and been part of many meaningful moments.

When we asked Sonja what these 22 years have meant to her, here's what she shared:

"I feel grateful and privileged that I have been a part of this important work in our community. I've met many people over the years who've stayed at KGM. Countless people have let me know how much KGM has meant to them and how their lives were saved because of the services we provide. The day-to-day conversations with our residents never fail to warm my heart. There have been plenty of tears too. The work that KGM does matters deeply. The time has flown by. I'm proud to be a part of KGM."

Sonja, thank you for 22 years of dedication, the care you've shown, and the relationships you've built along the way. We're so grateful to have you as part of our KGM family!

Join us in congratulating Sonja on this wonderful milestone! Leave her a message or share your best wishes in the comments below. 🎉

10/13/2026

🍂 Fall fun for the whole family, all for a great cause!

Looking for something fun to do with your family on Saturday, October 24th? 🍂

Join us at Elysium Gardens for a day filled with fall activities, family fun, and giving back to our community!

From pumpkins and sunflowers to exploring the beautiful gardens, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 🍁

A big thank you to Elysium Gardens for choosing to support Kelowna's Gospel Mission by donating the proceeds from October 24 to help us continue caring for our neighbours in need. We're so grateful for their kindness and generosity!

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM
📍 Elysium Gardens | 2834 Belgo Road, Kelowna
🎟️ Just $20 for the whole family!

Come out, enjoy the day with us, and support a cause that makes a difference in our community!

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://elysiumgardens.ca/

10/12/2026

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission!

Thanksgiving is a time to appreciate the people around us and the kindness that brings our community together.

We’re so grateful for our donors, volunteers, staff, and everyone who helps us share warmth, kindness, and care with our neighbours, especially those going through difficult times.

Thank you for being there and for making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with joy, connection, and moments to be grateful for.

10/09/2026

When our community comes together, wonderful things happen!

Did you know that Metro Community’s Shelter Diversion Program has helped 175 people find housing over the past two years? That's 175 people taking an important step toward stability and a new beginning.

On October 23, our friends at MetroCommunity are hosting their Come Together Gala, an evening of good food, laughter, and connection, all for a meaningful cause!

The funds raised will help Metro reach more people in our community, connecting them with housing support, essential services, and the care they need.

We're grateful for the important work Metro does in our community and happy to help spread the word about this special event!

🎟️ We hope you'll join in supporting Metro and the wonderful work they do. Get your tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/come-together-gala--2026-2

10/03/2026

A big thank you to the team at Chipotle for thinking of our community.

While their team has been training, they’ve been generously sharing the food they prepare with Kelowna’s Gospel Mission.

That food is helping us care for people across our shelters, outreach, and community programs, and we’re so grateful.

It means a lot when local businesses choose to share what they have and support their neighbours.

Thank you, Chipotle Canada for being part of our community.

Learn more about KGM at kelownagospelmission.ca.

09/30/2026

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It’s a day to remember the indigenous children taken from their homes and placed in residential schools and to honour the survivors, their families, and their communities.

We recognize that one of the legacies of this country’s engagement with our indigenous people is their over-representation amongst people experiencing homelessness. This is true in our own city as it is across the country. You cannot say you want to address homelessness without also standing alongside those disproportionately affected by it.

Kelowna's Gospel Mission carries on its work on the traditional, unceded lands of the Syilx/Okanagan people.⁠ And as we continue on our own journey of truth and reconciliation, we are grateful for the lives of our Indigenous brothers and sisters whose resilience, tenacity, and posture serve as a constant reminder that we are better when we come together.⁠

We encourage you to lean into the events being offered around town and learn about the culture and history of the Syilx/Okanagan people we live alongside.

09/18/2026

Meet Grace

If you’ve met Grace, you know how much care she brings into every conversation.

Grace is our Spiritual Care & Community Engagement Coordinator at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission. A big part of her work is simply being there for people. Listening, connecting, and creating space for some of the harder conversations in life.

As Grace puts it: “The Spiritual Care team is present in all KGM shelters and outreach, and are there to address the fact that a human’s needs go beyond food and shelter.”

And through all of it, Grace continues to see hope. “I have always said that the homeless sector is the most hopeful work I have ever had the pleasure of doing.”

That hope is something she carries with her every day, and perhaps she says it best: “It can always get better.”

We’re so grateful for Grace and the care she brings to our shelters, outreach, and community.

Learn more about Grace and what inspires the work she does at KGM. Visit www.kelownagospelmission.ca to read her full spotlight and hear more from Grace in her own words.

Address

251 Leon Avenue
Kelowna, BC
V1Y6J1

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Friday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12507633737

Website

http://www.kelownagospelmission.ca/

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