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(Columbus, IN, December 16, 2011)  Lieutenants Alan and Jodi Sladek, Corps Officers of the Columbus Salvation Army, would like to express a great big thank you to Colonel Todd Townsend and Command Sergeant Major Rodney Spade along with other officers who donated five pallets of toys to The Salvation Army to help with their Christmas Distribution this year.  “This is a true blessing for us and it will help up to meet the needs of those here in our community,” stated Lt. Alan Sladek.

Along with the toys that the soldiers delivered Lieutenants Sladek’s would also like to thank, Major Everett Baker’s son, Derek Baker collected winter coats for The Salvation Army as a dual project for Eagle Scouts and his senior project.

We need your help – 400+ Angels need adopted

(Columbus, IN, November 19, 2011) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Angel Tree Christmas Program, Monday, November 21, 2011.  This year you can find Angel Tree tags at the following locations: Fair Oaks Mall, both Wal-Marts, Sears, Vanity Fair Outlet, and Total Fitness. “We again are excited that the locations are participating in our Angel Tree program this year, we are also excited that individuals can go to the JCPenny web page and adopt an angel right here in Bartholomew County as well. As of November 18, 2011 there are 437 kids that without the communities support might not have Christmas. Many of the families that signed up for our program this year are new to asking for assistance. One mom said, “My family is usually one who gets and Angel and buys for them, but with lay-offs I just can’t do it this year.” It is individuals like that , that 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 at Fair Oaks Mall, we ask that instead of returning the gifts to The Salvation Army. “We would like to Thank the community for their help in helping us meet the needs!”     

Red Kettle Campaign – Help us reach our goal

(Columbus, IN, November 19, 2011) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Red Kettle Campaign, Saturday, November 19, 2011.  This year you can find bell ringers at the following locations: Big Lots, Elder-Beerman, JC Pennys, Kmart, Sam’s, Hobby Lobby, Rural King, Kroger, Marsh on State St., Marsh on 25^th, Walgreens on 46, Walgreens on 31, both Wal-Mart, and the Edinburg Outlet Mall. “We are excited this year to start a week early, with the hopes that we will be able to achieve our 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.

We NEED YOU!! ~ Volunteer Bell Ringers needed

(Columbus, IN, October 11, 2011) The Columbus Salvation Army NEEDS YOU 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 ArmyNEEDS 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.

Christmas Assistance to Begin

(Columbus, IN, October 11, 2011) The Columbus Salvation Army will begin taking applications for their Angel Tree beginning Monday October 17, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. Individuals may sign up for this Christmas assistance program at The Salvation Army located at 2525 Illinois Ave (corner of Illinois and Gladstone) from the 17^th of October till the 17^th of November from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m./1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Lt. Jodi said, “Christmas should be a time of anticipation and joy, especially for children. But for many of the parents in our community Christmas season sometimes serves as a sad reminder of the fact that they are struggling to meet just the basic needs of their families. The Salvation Army hopes that we can help make Christmas brighter for many children and needy families within our community.”

Applicants are asked to bring photo ID’s of all those living within the household (driver’s license, medical card, school ID, Birth Certificate) and proof of address. If there are any questions please call The Salvation Army at 812/372-7118.

Ice Cream Social & Youth Program Registration

On August 31, 2011 The Columbus Salvation Army will be holding an Ice Cream Social from 6:00 p.m. to 7 :00 p.m. This is for families with children to come and learn about our Youth Programs that will begin September 7, 2011 and of course who couldn’t forget ICE CREAM!  Lts. Alan & Jodi Sladek give a big thank you to Culver’s for donating the ice cream for this event.

The Salvation Army has a variety of programs offered to the youth this year. Beginning Sptember7th  The Salvation Army’s Character Building program begins. This program is open to Boys in grades K thru 8th and for girls grades K thru 12th. The evening begins at 5:00 p.m. with dinner, followed by music/drama at 5:30 p.m., and then Character Building at 6:00 p.m. Also available for the youth in Bartholomew County this year at The Salvation Army is a Literacy Program. The Literacy Program is open to youth any age Monday through Thursday. Lt. Jodi Sladek just ask that you contact her at 812/372-7118 to set up the first appointment for this program. Also available Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. is “Homework Hangout”. Homework Hangout is a place where those youth in Jr. High & High School can come  hangout and do their work in a safe place and get help from their peers if needed.

Should you have any questions about any of the programs or how you can help, please contact Lt. Jodi Sladek at 812/372-7118.

Summer Wrap-Up

Wow – where has the summer gone. It has been a busy time at The Salvation Army in Columbus.

The Columbus Salvation Army held two Vacation Bible Schools this summer. Panda-Mania hit The Salvation Army in June for youth in grades K thru 6th and in August for Older Adults ages 55 and over.

Both young and old learned about how Wild God is about them through crafts, games, and Bible lessons. There was so much fun and excitement, not only with those who participated in the Panda-Mania VBS  but also by the volunteers who helped out. 

Lt. Jodi Sladek said, “Vacation Bible Scool for youth is usually a normal activity that is offered in churches. Since we had some older adults who enjoyed helping us with our Vacation Bible School in June, my husband and I thought why not have an Older Adult VBS. We have never seen one offered before, and because of all the positive feed back we received from the seniors we will definitely be having an Older Adult VBS next year!”

Along with Vacation Bible School, The Salvation Army of Columbus, IN had the opportunity to send 10 youth to Hidden Falls Camp in Bedford, IN. Every year The Salvation Army offers youth the opportunity to go to camp during the summer. For many of the youth that were sent to camp this year from the Columbus Salvation Army this was a first for them to attend camp. All were so excited and cannot wait to go again next summer.

Angel Tree Kick-Off

(Columbus, IN, November 23, 2010) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Angel Tree Christmas Program, Friday, November 26, 2010.  This year you can find Angel Tree tags at the following locations: Fair Oaks Mall, both Wal-Marts, Sears, and Total Fitness. “We are excited that other locations are participating in our Angel Tree program this year, also excited that individuals can go to the JCPenny web page and adopt an angel right here in Bartholomew County as well. As of November 22, 2010 there are 427 kids that without the communities support might not have Christmas. We are also excited for the different groups and agencies that are adopting families.” 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). The Salvation Army is asking that if you are interested in adopting a family that you contact Lt. Jodi Sladek at 812/372-7118.

Red Kettle Campaign Kick-Off

(Columbus, IN, November 23, 2010) The Columbus Salvation Army is kicking off its Red Kettle Campaign, Friday, November 26, 2010.  This year you can find bell ringers at the following locations: Big Lots, Elder-Beerman, JC Pennys, Kmart, Sam’s, Hobby Lobby, Rural King, Kroger, Marsh on State St., Marsh on 25^th, Walgreens on 46, Walgreens on 31, both Wal-Mart, and the Edinburg Outlet Mall. “We are excited to add new locations this year, where people can make donations to help support The Salvation Army’s 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. Alan Sladek at 812/372-7118 and reserve your kettle time.

Salvation Army Coat Drive

The Salvation Army will be giving away coats on Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is open to the public, and we just as that you bring an ID with you.

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