2014 Giving Guide: The Salvation Army

Corps Officers: Majors Mike and Judy Mills
Assistant Corps Officers: Major Normalene Daniels
Advisory Board Chairman: Paul Adler, KY3 News
Board of Directors: 
Ted Amberg
Doug Bearisto 
Harold Bengsch 
Mike Brothers 
Chester Carson 
Jack Cole 
Tim Conner 
Daniel Drewry 
Steve Fox 
Brent Garrison 
Ted Heaton 
Brian Jared
John Lewis
Jan Millington 
Darrell Moore 
Keith Noble 
Gary Powell 
Greg Ramsey 
Tim Rosenbury 
Robert Schriefer 
Richard Weston

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.  

Ways to Give: 

The Salvation Army is one of the most efficient and effective nonprofit organizations around- $.82 of every dollar goes directly toward supporting vital local programs and services.  Outright gifts such as cash, securities and real estate, or tangible property can benefit The Salvation Army’s programs here and now.  However, charitable gifts, annuities, remainder trusts, bequests or life insurance policies are also a few ways you can leave a lasting legacy for future generations.  

New and gently-used items are always needed.  Proceeds from sales support numerous local programs and services.  Please call 417-866-9426 for more information about donating items at our Family Thrift Stores.  

Volunteer Opportunities: 

Volunteers are so vital to The Salvation Army that they are often referred to as ‘the army behind the Army’.  Volunteers are needed year-round to help with a variety of tasks such as to serve meals, bell ring at a red kettle, distribute food, provide transportation, answer telephones, and much more.  Join the hundreds of local volunteers who help us help those in need!  Call 417-862-5509 ext. 116 for more information.  

Annual Events or Programs:

• Back-to-School Assistance- provides school supplies, backpacks, clothing and shoes to hundreds of local children

• Housing and Shelter- every single day The Salvation Army provides shelter or housing to those without. This includes the Extreme Emergency Cold Weather Shelter and Cooling Center

• Tree of Lights Christmas Campaign- annual major fundraiser that allows The Salvation Army to provide assistance to thousands all year long

• Emergency Social Services- rental, prescription, utility, transportation and food pantry assistance available

• Food Assistance- daily local feeding programs for thehomeless, senior citizens and children

• Summer Day Camp and After-School Programs- safe, fun and affordable options for families

• Emergency Disaster Services- assistance includes meals, water, cleanup supplies and emotional support

• Worship Center and Services- traditional weekly services, youth and children’s activities and outreach events

• United Way Support- long standing grant recipient, Day of Caring participating organization and ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ food drive benefiting organization

Testimonial:

I came to The Salvation Army seeking refuge from an abusive relationship.  At the time I had limited income and was couch surfing with my daughter in tow.  But I kept the faith that my situation was going to turn around.  The Salvation Army was instrumental in giving me a new start.  Goodbye abuse, goodbye uncertainty, goodbye shame, hello new possibilities.  Thank you for everything you do and thank you for helping my daughter see the beauty and kindness in life.  Thank you for affording me the blessing of hearing my little girl say, “Mom let’s go home.”

–Heather Payne