…was blind, but now I see.
January 6, 2010 by piversen · Leave a Comment
In his gospel, Mark describes the healing of a blind man from Bethsaida. Jesus restored his vision with his saliva and touch; on January 18th The Salvation Army will use Indiana University optometry faculty and students.
We’re asking you to spread the word to those who need vision screening and eyeglasses. It’s completely free and no insurance is necessary, however participants must preregister with The Salvation Army. These screenings begin at 9:00am at the Indiana Eye Clinic on 803 N. Monroe St. in Bloomington (click here for a map). Please direct questions to Monica Clemons our Social Services Coordinator. She is also the one with whom participants must register.
You can even download a flier to post and share: MLK Vision Day Flier.
This event is a part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2010 Celebrations. For more information all the events planned for that day please visit the City of Bloomington’s website.
This project is made possible through the City of Bloomington, the Lions Clubs of Bloomington and the Indiana University School of Optometry.
More Children Helped This Year
January 2, 2010 by piversen · Leave a Comment
We’d like to share with you three things about our Christmas efforts.
First, quite a few folks came to The Salvation Army for assistance, about 720 families to be exact. We were the most excited though, because we helped more children this year, about 7% more than last year. The best thing is, each one of those children recieved about eight items; that’s a lot of donated toys! But we couldn’t have done it alone.
Secondly, we are indebted to the army of families, youth groups, church groups, women’s auxiliaries and individuals who came together to make this a successful endeavor. Of course, the ultimate praise goes to the Lord who is responsible for the success of our plans (Proverbs 16:3).
Lastly, for you who are jazzed about pics, want to relive the experience, or couldn’t be there to volunteer check out our Flickr page.
Someone’s Sleeping on the Bus?
December 4, 2009 by piversen · Leave a Comment
No, Bloomington Transit is not asleep at the wheel. And no, The Salvation Army has not begun a new mobile shelter.
Stuff-a-Bus toy collection begins today and our good friend Brandon from B97 will be living on the bus until it is stuffed. You can even chart Brandon’s progress!
New toys are needed to get Brandon off the bus so please visit the Stuff-a-Bus at the following locations and times:
- Friday December 4 Wonderlab 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday December 5 Walmart 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday December 6 CVS East 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Monday December 7 Kmart West 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Tuesday December 8 TJ Maxx 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday December 9 Old Navy West/Hallmark 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Thursday December 10 Kmart East 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Friday December 11 Michaels/Rack Room Shoes 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Saturday December 12 Walmart 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday December 13 Kmart East 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Monday December 14 Deliver toys to the Salvation Army
Contact Brenda Underwood to donate items or volunteer to staff the bus.
Kickoff Boots Kettles to New Heights
November 30, 2009 by piversen · Leave a Comment
$43,000 was the measure of generosity at this year’s Kettle Kickoff which not only raised money for the needy, but also launched the 2009 Red Kettle Campaign.
This years efforts were led by two of many teams that competed in the Dash for Cash. The team that brought in the most money during this time was the Ringing Retailers followed closely by the Healers.
For pictures of the event please visit our online photo gallery.
To learn more about how you can get involved this Christmas season call our friendly staff at 812-336-4310.
