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LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg will host a drive-thru food distribution on Wednesday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., or until supplies last. The event will be held in the parking lot of The Salvation Army at 2211 Park Avenue, Lynchburg. While the event will primarily be drive-thru, […]
March 24 -Captain Harold Gitau of the Harrisonburg Salvation Army said infant care items are always a need but less frequently donated at the nonprofit. That’s why it is partnering with Schewels Home for Dollars for Diapers: a fundraiser where proceeds from every mattress sold will go to purchasing more child and infant care items. […]
On Friday, March 19, Piedmont Access to Health Services (PATHS) held a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination and food distribution event at the Salvation Army in Danville. At the event, University of Lynchburg School of PA Medicine students distributed vaccines to individuals, with enough supply to give nearly 400 first doses. Read More
March 5, 2021 – ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – The Salvation Army of Roanoke has formed a community outreach vaccination team, known as COVAT, with the Virginia Department of Health and the City of Roanoke. COVAT held its first event Friday–a vaccination clinic at the Salvation Army on Dale Avenue for folks 65 and older living […]
March 3rd 2021 – WHEELING, W.Va. — The Wheeling Salvation Army now has a program that does much more than temporarily house men. “We wanted to get into a position of seeing people starting to succeed, not just getting into the cycle of homelessness,” Captain Mark Van Meter said. Read More
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Fewer iconic red kettles, combined with less disposable income among donors, made traditional fundraising efforts for the country’s largest social service provider seemingly impossible in 2020. The organization anticipated a potential $60 million deficit due to the impacts of the pandemic, but donors answered the call to “Rescue Christmas” […]
Feb 23, 2021 – MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Salvation Army of Marion, Monongalia, and Preston Counties is operated by husband and wife, Lt. Sheldon and Lt. Nicole Greenland, both of whom are officers with the organization. In their roles, they help the most vulnerable with things like rent, utility, food assistance, employment, education, and the […]
Feb 22, 2021 – Waynesboro’s Service Unit of the Salvation Army didn’t just match last year’s charitable giving, they blew away 2019’s total. According to Tom McCloud, chairman of the Waynesboro unit, giving was up 41% over last year. Read More
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Salvation Army is meeting the needs of individuals and families affected by freezing temperatures, excessive precipitation, and power outages across the country. Amid a historic weather event that has swept across the country, The Salvation Army is offering its facilities as respite centers for warmth, feeding, and shelter for those […]
Jan 15, 2021 – Following the signing of the RELIEF Act on Monday, a local business and the Salvation Army both said the plan could provide needed assistance. Read More
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Happy Easter
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DHQ/NCAC Holy Week Chapels - Thursday Devotional.
We continue our DHQ/NCAC Holy week chapels with the devotional from Portsmouth Corps Officer Captain Jowens Merone
Hear from Officers around the Potomac Division share their hearts through scriptures of the last week of Jesus. -
DHQ/NCAC Holy Week Chapels - Wednesday Devotional.
We continue our DHQ/NCAC Holy week chapels with the devotional from Wheeling Corps Officers Mark and Jennifer Van Meter
Hear from Officers around the Potomac Division share their hearts through scriptures of the last week of Jesus. -
DHQ/NCAC Holy Week Chapels - Tuesday Devotional.
We continue our DHQ/NCAC Holy week chapels with the devotional from Parkersburg Corps Officers Patrick and Carey Richmond
Hear from Officers around the Potomac Division share their hearts through scriptures of the last week of Jesus. -
DHQ/NCAC Holy Week Chapels - Monday Devotional.
We start our DHQ/NCAC Holy week chapels with the devotional from Major Roger Glick- Area Commander of Baltimore MD.
Hear from Officers around the Potomac Division share their hearts through scriptures of the last week of Jesus. -
A Conversation on Leadership with the National Commander
We sat down with Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, National Commander for The Salvation Army, for a conversation about leadership.
“I have found over the course of the past year that when you can infuse hope into any situation, you are going to be able to overcome odds that would have been impossible beforehand.” -
4 Simple Steps to Mastering Minimalism | The Salvation Army
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Leadership Learnings from Commissioner Jolene K Hodder
In honor of Women's History Month we sat down for a conversation on leadership with Commissioner Jolene K. Hodder, National President of Women’s Ministries for The Salvation Army.
“I do have to admit that I see all women as leaders. Because it takes all of us working with one another, and learning from one another, and supporting, and empowering one another to make a difference in this world.” -
COVID-19 Vaccination Shot
Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, National Commander of The Salvation Army, encourages the American public to get their COVID-19 vaccination shot when their turn comes up. It helps to protect ourselves, those we love, and the vulnerable populations in the communities in which we live and serve. -
Feeding and Sheltering
Did you know one in six of our neighbors lives in poverty? That’s where The Salvation Army comes in. We are dedicated to supporting our neighbors in need.
Learn more about how we help here: https://salvationarmypotomac.org/how-we-help/
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Savings | The Salvation Army Thrift Stores
The Salvation Army’s family stores are the perfect place to find great deals on clothing and household items. Not to mention, your purchases help fund life-changing programs for those in need. Find locations in Potomac Division by visiting https://bit.ly/2K0AThL -
Reflections on 2020
“The American public has been extraordinarily generous and because of that generosity we’ve been able to do a lot of good.”