The Salvation Army Angel Tree

(Columbus, IN, November 12, 2012) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Angel Tree Christmas Program, Monday, November 19, 2012.  This year you can find Angel Tree tags at the following locations: Fair Oaks Mall, both Wal-Marts, Hamilton Ice Arena, Sears, Vanity Fair Outlet, Total Fitness, and White River Broadcasting. “We again are excited that the locations are participating in our Angel Tree program this year, we are also excited that 106.1 The River and The Salvation Army have partnered for the Angel Tree and that you can pick up your “angels” at their location and drop off toys there as well.

As of November 12, 2012 there are 488 kids that without thecommunities support might not have Christmas. Many of the families that signed up for our program this year are new to asking for assistance. A single mom of four said crying, “I work full-time and barely make enough to meet my bills and still struggle.  I am thankful that there is somewhere to go, especially for people like me who have children over the age of 10.” It is individuals like that, which makes me proud of being a Salvation Army Officer and doing the most good to help others within our community.” said Lt. Jodi Sladek.

The Salvation Army does ask that you do not wrap the gifts, if you wish you may donate wrapping paper. The gifts may be returned to the location where you pick up your tag or you may return the items to The Salvation Army located at 2525 Illinois Ave, (Corner of Gladstone and Illinois). This year individuals, who are picking up their “angels” at Fair Oaks Mall, would please return the gifts to The Salvation Army. “We would like to Thank the community for their help in helping us do the most good!”

 

Salvation Army Red Kettle Kick-Off

(Columbus, IN, November 12, 2012) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Red Kettle Campaign, Saturday, November 17, 2012.  This year you can find bell ringers at the following locations: Big Lots, Carson’s, JC Penny’s, Kmart, Sam’s, Hobby Lobby, Rural King, Kroger, Marsh on State St., Marsh on 25^th, Walgreens on 46, Walgreens on Beam, both Wal-Mart, and the Edinburg Outlet Mall. “We are excited about this year and know that God has great plans for The Salvation Army in Columbus.  This year’s goal is $100,000.00 and with your help we hope we will be able to achieve this goal for our Red Kettle Campaign. The Red Kettle Campaign is one of our major fundraising efforts that help support the programs that The Salvation Army offers. Not just in December but throughout the entire year!” said Lt. Alan Sladek.

The Salvation Army is asking also for your support this year in ringing the bells. We are still looking for volunteers to donate 2 hours of their time, even ask a family member or friend to help. Imagine the impact that you and your friends or family can have on being a part of helping those within our community. Do not hesitate, call and reserve your kettle date, location and time today. Remember that your bell ringing will help The Salvation Army raise money to help those in need within our community.

All those interested in volunteering are encouraged to contact Lt. Jodi Sladek at 812/372-7118 and reserve your kettle time.

Do you have 2 hours to spare? Can you help?

(Columbus, IN, October 15, 2012) The Columbus Salvation Army is asking for your help again this year in ringing bells for their Red Kettle Campaign. The Salvation Army assists people within our community through utility/rental assistance and food boxes, as well as various programs aimed at youth, women, and men. “The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign is one of our major fundraising efforts that help support these programs. Not just in December but throughout the entire year” said Lt. Alan Sladek.

The Salvation Army is asking for your support this year in ringing the bells. We are asking for volunteers to donate 2 hours of their time, even ask a family member or friend to help. Imagine the impact that you and your friends or family can have on being a part of helping those within our community. Lt. Jodi said, “We would love to have even high school groups or different organizations participate in a “ring-off”, where the group that raises the most fund on that specific day would be honored by a pizza party.” If your group or organization would be interest in participating in these various “ring-off’s” do not hesitate, call and reserve your kettle date, location and time today. Remember that your bell ringing will help The Salvation Army raise money to help those in need within our community.

All those interested in volunteering are encouraged to contact Lt. Alan or Jodi Sladek at 812/372-7118 and reserve your kettle time.

First Annual Yard Sale

The Columbus Salvation Army Women’s Ministries are holding their first annual yard sale on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 8 am to ???  The proceeds from this yard sale will go into the women’s group daisy fund. 

The ladies are opening this event up to anyone who would like to put items in the yard sale, you may have a table for your items for a $10 donation. Anyone interested in participating in this yard sale may contact Ali Arthur at 812-372-7118

 

Along with items for the yard sale, the ladies will also be selling baked goods.  Come by and see us at 2525 Illinois Ave.

Next Page »