A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM MAJOR ALVIN SMITH
As the end of the year draws near, The Salvation Army could really use your help.
The holiday season is by far our busiest time of year. This has always been the case – since The Salvation Army first began providing food and shelter to hungry, hurting souls back in 1865.
And while we receive a great deal of support from our many friends this Christmas, the fact is that the growing needs in Wake County continue to place increased demands on our limited resources.
In fact, Christmas 2007 will be a record service campaign. The Wake County Salvation Army will be providing food, toys and Christmas cheer to 3,700 local boys and girls, an increase of nearly 400 smiling faces from last year.
It is important that we end the year in a strong financial position. Otherwise we may lack the resources needed to respond to requests for nourishing food, shelter, clothing, medical help and emergency aid in 2008.
But we can’t do it without your help.
Over the last year, we were able to provide food, shelter, clothing, medical and other crisis assistance to 53,755 individuals right here in Wake County thanks to the generous support of people like you. Next year the demand is anticipated to be even greater.
I am hoping you will consider sending a gift before December 31st to help us start the new year strong, ready to help all those who come through our doors.
As always, we promise to stretch your contribution because we are committed to doing the most good for neighbors who are suffering.
Yours to serve,
Major Alvin Smith
Commanding Officer – Wake County
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PLEASE DON'T FORGET.
Your gift to The Wake County Salvation Army is tax-deductible!
Make your gift today!
Your generosity will ensure that we can continue doing the most good for the needy here in Wake County.
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THE SALVATION ARMY
FAMILY THRIFT STORE |
The Salvation Army Family Store supports our many outreach programs by turning reusable goods into much needed funding. Proceeds generated at the Family Store are invested into the many outreach programs managed by the Social Ministries department. Shopping at or donating goods to one of our Family Store locations is not only helpful to you, but enables The Salvation Army to serve more individuals in need. We even accept cars.
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| DONATE NEW & GENTLY USED ITEMS TODAY! |
The Wake County Family Store currently needs:
- Men’s, Women’s and Children’s Clothing
- Winter Coats
- Shoes and Boots
- Mattresses
- Bedding and Linens
- Furniture
- Household Appliances
- Space Heaters
- Tools
- Toys
- Books
Item too large to drop off? We will pick it up. |
| GOT GIFT CARDS? |
Remember that $25 gift card you received on your birthday that now has $3.14 left on it and is taking up space in your wallet? We can use it to help local families in need. We can convert the remaining balance of a giftcard – used and unused – into cash for our programs. Donate at any Wake County Salvation Army facility. |
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