Family Fun Fest
August 31, 2010 by cgrau
Come celebrate the start of Club 316 at The Salvation Army this Sunday, September 5th at 6pm! Be sure to invite friends and family!
Local Teens Participate in Teen Adventure Day
August 19, 2010 by cgrau
The teens at The Salvation Army won’t soon forget their experiences at Teen Adventure Day. The day was complete with a high-ropes course, climbing wall, and paintball to name a few. Individuals were given the opportunity to interact with other teens while developing their faith just in time for the start of a new school year.
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Thirty Monroe County Students Awarded Back-to-School Shopping Spree
August 11, 2010 by cgrau
Yesterday, thirty local students had the opportunity to visit the Bloomington Target store and purchase backpacks, calculators, pens and pencils, art supplies, binders, clothing and other must-have supplies just in time for back-to-school. As part of the Target School Spree, Target awarded 39 of The Salvation Army divisions nationwide a total of $960,000 worth of Target GiftCards. A big “Thank You” to Target and all our volunteers for helping make this day possible!
Backpack Distribution a Huge Hit!
August 6, 2010 by cgrau
As of today, nearly 300 Monroe County school children have received backpacks filled with school supplies thanks to area partnerships, generous donations, and the efforts of local volunteers. Backpacks were distributed yesterday at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church to children grades K-8th.
Additional backpacks for children grades K-6th are still available at The Salvation Army for those who were unable to attend this event. Items can be picked up on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 am-11:30 am until supplies last. For additional information please call 812-336-4310.
