Salvation Army officials in Kinston, NC have reached back to Christmas 2019 in a novel idea to pay it forward during the COVID-19 crisis. Christmas toys left over and stored awaiting the next Yule are…
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Distilling Hope
Posted by Bob Campbell on Mar 26, 2020
The Salvation Army of Winston-Salem's Center of Hope received free hand sanitizer from local distiller Broad Branch Distillery, who is making batches for the public free of charge.
Delivering Backpacks of Hope
Posted by Hannah Joyce on Mar 25, 2020
Smiles, laughter, and pure joy shined as each club member at The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club of High Point opened the door to receive a special visit from Boys & Girls Club staff members on Friday,…
The Salvation Army’s Nationwide Response to Coronavirus
Posted by Ashley Powell on Mar 17, 2020
The Salvation Army nationwide is monitoring and responding to COVID-19
Nicole's Story
Posted by Ashley Powell on Jan 17, 2020
At an early age, Nicole had been in and out of homeless shelters with her family. When she was only 13 years old, Nicole’s mom married a man who they moved in with. Her stepfather physically and sexually…
Sharell's Story
Posted by Ashley Powell on Jan 17, 2020
“I was in an unhealthy relationship and I came to a realization that I needed to leave. I didn’t just leave the town I left the state. It was a must that I did that, for my kids. I got on the road and…
Hurricane Florence Landfall
Posted by Shelley Henderson on Jan 30, 2019
On September 14, 2018, Category 1 Hurricane Florence made landfall south of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. The storm stalled and dumped heavy rain along the coast causing widespread flooding. Rivers…
Beth's Story
Posted by Shelley Henderson on Jan 30, 2019
Beth, her fiancée Tim, and her seven-year-old lost everything in Hurricane Florence. Their home. Their clothing, furniture, and household items. Even their family pictures were lost in the storm. “It…
Charlyn's Story
Posted by Ashley Powell on Jan 29, 2019
As she was desperately trying to find a job, she and her daughter began moving from one friend’s couch to another. Pretty soon her savings were exhausted, and she could no longer pay for necessities for…
Amy's Story
Posted by Ashley Powell on Jan 24, 2019
Amy and her family lived the typical middle-class story. They had a home, fresh food in the kitchen, and had all of their basic needs met. But, as it so often can, life threw them a curve ball. A series…
Everyone We Serve Has A Name
Posted by Bob Campbell on Oct 02, 2018
“Each person you will serve today has a name. One that you don’t know but one that you do. That name is Child of God. Remember that today as you serve meals and distribute cleanup kits. Remember that when…
From One Navy Mom to Another
Posted by Ashley Powell on Oct 01, 2018
Susan Gilbert, proud Navy mom and Director of Social Services for The Salvation Army in Tupelo, Mississippi, found herself headed to North Carolina to serve as a Mobile Feeding Coordinator in the wake…
Powerful Partners in Disaster Recovery: Salvation Army and AmeriCorps
Posted by Ashley Powell on Oct 01, 2018
“I think the most valuable thing you can give is your time, it’s a really important way to be a part of the community and to help people,” says Emilie. “Volunteering with The Salvation Army has been great;…
Management of Supplies Distribution at Community Recovery Center
Posted by Ashley Powell on Sep 28, 2018
In partnership with New Hanover County, The Salvation Army will distribute relief supplies to Wilmington and Cape Fear area residents impacted by Hurricane Florence. To receive supplies, residents can…
Going Above and Beyond -- It's a Team Effort
Posted by Bob Campbell on Sep 28, 2018
By Saturday, Pawleys Island could be totally isolated. Here, as at the shelter in Georgetown proper, The Salvation Army is partnering with the Red Cross and hundreds of first responders from around South…