Businessman Steve Bryson Applauds Private Sector for Supporting Communities During Slow Economy, but Warns That More Needs to be Done to Avoid Total Collapse LONG BEACH, Calif., Jan. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Bryson, a long-time supporter of the Long Beach Rescue Mission, learned of some much-needed renovations while delivering an annual Christmas delivery of food and supplies through his non-profit, The Never Forgotten Foundation. Though this year's bounty surpassed the goal of serving 100,000 people in need, Bryson feels more needs to be done. Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120116/SF35820-a Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120116/SF35820-b "The economy has affected so many Americans, who have been suffering and going without basic needs for so long, and there is seemingly no end in sight," Bryson says. Without the help of the private sector, our communities will collapse and we will see a dramatic increase in crime and displaced Americans. I am doing what I can for my community and urge those who can to help their communities as well. The Long Beach Rescue Mission's President and CEO, Jim Lewis hopes the renovations will help avoid closure due to public health inspections as well as providing a tranquil and safe environment for the homeless. "We provide a place of healing and hope," Lewis says, "and as people enter to receive services, the feeling should be hospitable and welcoming. The building should reflect that. The renovations come at a crucial time, considering no improvements have been made for the last 30 years and health inspections have become a real concern. When asked about Bryson's additional donation this year, Lewis replied "Stepping up beyond his annual donation of food and supplies, providing sustenance to disadvantaged Americans and helping us further sustain and extend our ability to serve at such a critical time is beyond impactful. Steve has truly had the largest impact on our ability to provide service to those in need for years. He is now helping us rehabilitate not only the individual, but the actual building as well. The Never Forgotten Foundation was founded to provide resources and aid to underprivileged men, women and children locally and around the world. The Long Beach Rescue Mission has provided food, clothing, shelter and spiritual guidance to thousands of the less fortunate since 1972. SOURCE Never Forgotten Foundation