Kalamazoo Corps

National Salvation Army Week

Craig Smith — Tue, 08 May 2012 21:01:22 +0000

In celebration of the

58th NATIONAL SALVATION ARMY WEEK

(May 14 – 20)

The Salvation Army Kalamazoo Corps says

to local donors and volunteers for their generous support.

Kalamazoo, MI May 9, 2012 – For an organization that has been helping those in need for nearly 150 years, the mission of The Salvation Army remains as relevant as ever. In communities across the U.S. and around the world The Salvation Army actively serves individuals and families in crisis, meeting basic needs and sharing hope through Christ.

Beginning the week of May 14, The Salvation Army is celebrating the 58thannual National Salvation Army Week, which was first declared by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954 as a time to honor the organization’s work done on behalf of those needing our services. In commemoration of this special week, local corps locations have planned events across the country to thank their supporters and to encourage volunteerism and charitable giving. Watch for our local Emergency Disaster Services Canteen traveling through the Kalamazoo community in celebration of our many generous donors and volunteers.

“As we continue to serve our neighbors in need, we are grateful for the generous support of The Salvation Army in our community. Literally, we could not survive if not for our relationships with local individuals, families and organizations who continue to support our work of touching lives each and every day. It is my privilege to see the gratitude on the faces of the mom or dad who have just been helped with keeping the lights on in their home. I’ve also witnessed the excitement on the face of a child headed to camp for his or her very first time away from the city. They tell me thanks, and we want to pass along their expression of gratitude”, said Major John Mowers, Kalamazoo Corps Officer.

In celebration of National Salvation Army, the public may send a gift of support directly to The Salvation Army Kalamazoo Corps located at 1700 S. Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 or they can also visit our website at www.tsakalamazoo.org and click the “Donate Now” button to make a gift online.

National Volunteer Week

Craig Smith — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:33:49 +0000

National Volunteer Week began in 1974 as a way to recognize and celebrate the efforts of volunteers. Since that time, the original emphasis has widened considerably; National Volunteer Week has now become a nationwide effort to not only thank our volunteers but to also urge more people to get out and actively volunteer in their communities. Every April, charities and communities across the nation reinforce the official theme of “Celebrating People in Action” by recognizing volunteers and fostering a culture of service.

If you would like to read more:

The History of National Volunteer Week | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_6496391_history-national-volunteer-week.html#ixzz1rwUPcPIv

Please accept our sincere thanks and gratitude for your service with The Salvation Army here in our community. We recognize that our volunteers are the heart of our work. You are truly a blessing to us and to those in need.

THANK YOU AGAIN. GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

Feeding the Needy

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:50:07 +0000

Families across America continue to struggle to recover from the economic recession. The U.S. Census Bureau has reported that the portion of Americans living in poverty in 2010 climbed to 46.2 million people, representing 15.1 percent of the country at the highest level since 1993. That’s 1 in 6 people living below the poverty line of just $22,113 a year for a family of four.
The Salvation Army has witnessed this increased need first-hand while serving communities throughout the nation and right here in Kalamazoo County. The Salvation Army International reported in “Feeding the Need 2011” food survey earlier this year that 94 percent of Salvation Army food service programs experienced an increase in overall demand for food assistance in 2010.
Please help us to meet the very basic needs of children and families in our community by donating non-perishable food and personal items today. The Salvation Army pantry is located at 1700 S. Burdick, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 and can accept donations between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. The office is closed from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Veterans Stand Down 2011

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:46:08 +0000

On October 6, 2011 Veterans from around the state visited The Salvation Army – Kalamazoo Community Center to participate in the Veterans Stand Down. This marks the 7th year for The Salvation Army Kalamazoo Corps to host the Stand Down in the community and we are honored to support such a moving event. Many service providers and volunteers participated to offer their support of our men and women in the armed forces. Major John Mowers was asked to offer the benediction. In addition, several of the veterans offered their many thanks to those that have helped them. A good number of the veterans experience homelessness and it is the hope of this event to end poverty and homelessness among veterans everywhere. Please continue to pray for our service men and women that have served and continue to serve our country in the military. Click here to view the Kalamazoo Gazette’s article on Mlive.com.

Share the Warmth Coat Drive

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:23:07 +0000

The Share the Warmth Coat Drive has been a warm partnership between WWMT – News 3 and The Salvation Army here in Kalamazoo County for a number of years. The event asks for both new and gently used coats to be donated at several locations throughout the community. Over the years, hundreds of thousands of coats have been given to people in need to keep them warm through the chilly fall and very cold Michigan winters. These coats meet one of the most basic needs of the people who turn to The Salvation Army for help. Last year, almost 1,000 coats were distributed to needy families and individuals as a result of these efforts.

You may donate a coat by visiting one of several locations including WWMT – News 3, The Salvation Army Thrift Store, The Salvation Army Corps on Burdick Street, all Educational Community Credit Union locations and several other sites. Click on link to see complete listing on the WWMT website here. The Coat Drive will run through November 6th with coat distribution to begin on November 7th through November 11th. Please consider donating a new or gently used coat for the season and may God bless you for joining with The Salvation Army to spread hope for the season.

2010 Annual Report

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:15:35 +0000

For over 125 years your local Kalamazoo Salvation Army has been serving the needs of individuals and families here in our community. Many circumstances and tragedies bring people through our doors each day. Through the generous donations of both time and money we are able to offer a prayer, assistance and hope to those that turn to us for help. Review the attached 2010 Annual Report to see how your investment has assisted us in DOING THE MOST GOOD in our community this past year.

Click the link below to download and view the 2010 Annual Report.

2010 Annual Report