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1971
The Bessemer Rescue Mission was founded
In 1971 Sam Reynolds founded the Bessemer Rescue Mission. Over the next several years Sam would minister to inmates at the Bessemer Jail. Hearing the different struggles of each man, his heart longed to help those in need. -
1992
The Bessemer Rescue Mission was expanded to offer shelter to both men and women.
Since it's beginning the rescue mission had primarly served men. In 1992 a duplex on 6th avenue was purchased to provide shelter for homeless women. -
1996
Bill Heintz became the Executive Director and implemented the long-term drug and alcohol recovery program for men and women.
A recovered addict himself, Pastor Bill's vision was to provide a place where men and women labeled as addicts, and outcast from society, to have an opportunity to transform their lives through the power of Jesus Christ. -
2004
The Foundry Rescue Mission & Recovery Center
The mission's name was changed to The Foundry. What happens in a foundry, distinctly described what God was doing at the mission. The hurting would come through the doors as scrap metal comes to a foundry, seemingly hopeless and useless. But through the foundry's process of melting, molding, pouring, shaking, cleansing and grinding, all things become new. -
2004
The Foundry merged with Re-Entry Ministries
By merging with Re-Entry Ministries, The Foundry provided men transitioning from the prison system a safe haven, and the help to become productive members of society. -
2006
Medical Clinic Opened in Bessemer
The Foundry medical clinic opened to provide full-time healthcare to residents of The Foundry and low-income families in the community. -
2009
Foundry Farm is opened.
The Foundry Farm opened in Cullman as an extension of the Men's Recovery Program. 80 acres of rolling hills and dense forest, bring a peaceful and restorative atmosphere. -
2010
Dental Clinic opened in Bessemer
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2012
Expanded services by collaborating with Changed Lives Christian Center