The Good News Rescue Mission Awarded Nearly $18 Million to Expand Behavioral Health Infrastructure in Redding
REDDING, Calif. — May 14, 2025 — The Good News Rescue Mission (GNRM) is proud to announce that it has been awarded $17.8 million through the California Department of Health Care Services’ Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) Round 1: Launch Ready. This investment will fund the development of GNRM’s Adult Rehabilitation Campus, a transformative behavioral health facility that will deliver critical treatment and recovery services for vulnerable populations in Shasta County.
The funding—made possible through Proposition 1, approved by voters in 2024—supports the construction of a 75-bed Adult Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facility and an outpatient treatment center incorporated into the Day Resource Center. Together, these facilities will provide life-saving care and help bridge significant gaps in access to behavioral health services in the region.
“This award is a game-changer for the people we serve,” said Jonathan Anderson, Executive Director of the Good News Rescue Mission. “Our community has long faced a shortage of effective treatment options for those struggling with addiction and mental health conditions. This new campus will not only offer hope and healing, but also expand the path to recovery, housing stability, and dignity.”
The Adult Rehabilitation Campus will offer a continuum of care, integrating evidence-based treatment with wraparound supports in a campus-style environment. The project will double GNRM’s capacity to provide Substance Use Disorder services, enabling both short-term stabilization and long-term residential treatment.
Construction will begin first on the Day Resource Center in the next few months and continue in phases through 2027. The $17.8 million BHCIP grant is matched by over $3 million in local contributions, including City support and private donations.
The BHCIP Round 1: Launch Ready awards represent a statewide investment of $3.3 billion into behavioral health infrastructure. GNRM is among 124 recipients selected to lead this unprecedented effort to modernize California’s behavioral health system.
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FAQ’s
1. What is the new Adult Rehabilitation Campus and why is it needed?
The new campus is a major expansion of our behavioral health services in Redding. It includes a 75-bed residential treatment center and expanded outpatient care through our Day Resource Center. Shasta County has one of the highest rates of addiction in California, and this project will help us meet that urgent need by doubling our capacity to serve individuals struggling with substance use disorder.
2. Is this new campus replacing the Mission’s existing programs?
No. This project is designed to build on and expand our existing services—not replace them. The new facilities will allow us to offer more intensive treatment and a broader continuum of care, from day services to residential programs to long-term recovery support.
3. Who is paying for this?
The construction is funded through a $17.8 million state grant from the California Department of Health Care Services, along with over $3 million in matching funds from the City of Redding and other local supporters. Once operational, we’ll be billing Medi-Cal for many of the services provided. That said, we’ll still need the support of our community to fund elements that fall outside of what Medi-Cal covers—especially those rooted in relationships, outreach, and recovery support.
4. When will the campus be open?
Construction will begin with the Day Resource Center and continue in phases through 2027. We’ll be sharing updates along the way and hope to open parts of the campus as each phase is completed.
5. Will this be a faith-based program?
No, the new campus will not be a faith-based program. All treatment services will be delivered in full compliance with state regulations and clinical standards. That said, we recognize that spirituality does play an essential role in a person’s recovery and overall well-being. For those who desire it, optional spiritual resources and support will be available—just as they are in many recovery settings. Participation in these elements will be voluntary and never required.
6. This seems like a lot of money—how is it being spent?
It’s true—$17.8 million is a major investment. This funding is dedicated entirely to capital costs: constructing the 75-bed residential treatment facility, renovating and building out the Day Resource Center, and building the infrastructure needed to support behavioral health services for years to come.
This grant works alongside the City of Redding’s early investment, which helped us acquire the property and made it possible to compete for these state funds. Together, they form a funding package that moves this project from vision to reality.
State bond dollars are tied to very specific, pre-approved uses—focused on construction, development, and essential project support. Every expense is carefully tracked, submitted, and reviewed before funds are reimbursed. It’s a major investment because the need is real—and this project is designed to meet it for the long term.
