In 1911 a group of community leaders who cared enough about the crushing burden of hunger, homelessness and addiction rolled-up their sleeves and organized the Erie City Mission. For over a century, the Erie City Mission has helped those impacted by the effects of addictions, poverty, homelessness and lack of hope through 12 quality programs that successfully meet both immediate and long-term challenges of those in greatest need. The Mission has endured through two world wars, an international depression, many foreign war conflicts and numerous recessions. Dedicated staff, financial donors and volunteers have kept the doors open to meet the ongoing spiritual, physical and emotional needs of thousands of people.