S.B. Rescue Mission Annual Easter Feast set for April 2.

The Santa Barbara Rescue Mission will hold its annual Easter Feast on Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at 535 East Yanonali Street. The meal is open to anyone in need and will be prepared by men in the Mission's 12-month Residential Treatment Program and served by volunteers.

The Santa Barbara Rescue Mission invites community members in need to its annual Easter Feast on Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at 535 East Yanonali Street. This long-held holiday tradition brings together guests, volunteers, and community members to mark hope and renewal. The meal will be prepared by men in the Mission's 12-month Residential Treatment Program and served by caring volunteers. The Rescue Mission also provides shelter, meals, case management, and long-term recovery programs and has served the county since 1965. Event details: - Date and time: Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at 535 East Yanonali Street. - Menu: a traditional Easter dinner including ham, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, and dessert. - Staffing: meals are prepared by participants in the Mission's 12-month Residential Treatment Program and served by volunteers. - Who it's for: open to all who need a warm meal and meaningful connection. - Organization context: established in 1965; the Mission says it is the only emergency shelter open 365 nights a year from Santa Maria to Ventura and that it provides over 100,000 meals and more than 45,000 safe nights of shelter annually. Summary: The Easter Feast is presented as a chance for shared food and connection as part of the Mission's broader shelter and recovery services. The event is scheduled for April 2 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at 535 East Yanonali Street.