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Technology built the cashless society. Advances are helping the unhoused so they're not left behind
Read full article: Technology built the cashless society. Advances are helping the unhoused so they're not left behindJust as technological shifts created the cashless society, further advances are now helping charitable groups and advocates for the unhoused reach those most in danger of being left behind.
Homes become 'air fryers' in Phoenix heat, people ration AC due to cost
Read full article: Homes become 'air fryers' in Phoenix heat, people ration AC due to costTemperatures have peaked at or above 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) the entire month of July in Phoenix and extreme heat stretches across the American South.
Impact of inflation could force Salvation Army of Lynchburg to cut programs
Read full article: Impact of inflation could force Salvation Army of Lynchburg to cut programsThe Salvation Army of Lynchburg is usually there to support residents in need -- but now the organization is the one pleading for your support.
The Salvation Army of Roanoke highlights how it helps those battling food insecurity
Read full article: The Salvation Army of Roanoke highlights how it helps those battling food insecurityThe โLove Beyond Hungerโ campaign is to highlight the organizationโs food pantry and the services they offer for people who are food insecure.
โWe actually have doubled the number of kidsโ: Rockbridge County Salvation needs help fulfilling wishes on angel tree
Read full article: โWe actually have doubled the number of kidsโ: Rockbridge County Salvation needs help fulfilling wishes on angel treeThe Salvation Army in Rockbridge County needs your help. Hundreds of children are registered for this yearโs angel tree program and the organization needs people to sign up and support them.
Salvation Armyโs โAngel Treesโ return, bringing holiday spirit to Lynchburgโs River Ridge Mall
Read full article: Salvation Armyโs โAngel Treesโ return, bringing holiday spirit to Lynchburgโs River Ridge MallThe international program started in the Hill City 41 years ago to help children in need experience the Christmas spirit.
Lynchburgโs Salvation Army reopens Center of Hope after months of renovations
Read full article: Lynchburgโs Salvation Army reopens Center of Hope after months of renovationsThe Salvation Army held an open house today for their Center of Hope on Park Avenue. The renovations include new furniture and artwork.
Whatโs News Today: Route 24 improvements, hotel conversion
Read full article: Whatโs News Today: Route 24 improvements, hotel conversionThe Central Virginia Planning District Commission holds a public meeting about Route 24 in Rustburg. The Community Satisfaction Survey will be used to help the department understand the needs of the community and learn how it can improve. The owners of the hotel have filed an application to rezone the property, allowing for a senior living community. It will be held in the Salvation Army parking lot from 9 a.m. to noon, while supplies last. The Salvation Army will had out food bags with non-perishable food items, including canned goods, pasta and cereal.
Salvation Army of Roanoke, LewisGale hosts free health fair
Read full article: Salvation Army of Roanoke, LewisGale hosts free health fairROANOKE, Va. โ The Salvation Army of Roanoke and LewisGale Family and Community Medicine residency program have a new partnership and their first project is a free community health fair. The fair is Saturday, Feb. 27 noon to 2 p.m. in the Salvation Armyโs gym located at 724 Dale Avenue SE. Once inside, there will be a variety of socially distanced stations with residents from LewisGale psychiatric, family medicine and internal medicine departments. During a time where stress and anxiety are at an all-time high, Price-Clarke felt it was critical the event included mental health too. We want to make sure that theyโre given the proper information to take care of their physical and mental health and mental health right now is something we really do need to focus on,โ said Price-Clarke.
Roanoke gains new community food pantry
Read full article: Roanoke gains new community food pantryROANOKE, Va. โ The Salvation Army partnered with Kroger to unveil a new community pantry Friday. Salvation Army Captain Russell Clay said the need for their services has grown to 47% this year due to main factors like the COVID-19 pandemic. The idea was in the works for nearly a year, and itโs now a reality where families can visit the Salvation Army on Dale Avenue to receive a box of food. Though the pantry is intended to serve the Roanoke Valley, Clay said he cannot turn down a person in need. โWe got too many kids in this area that need to be fed and you know, they need to get food,โ said Clay.
Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg reopens after COVID-19 lockdown
Read full article: Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg reopens after COVID-19 lockdownLYNCHBURG, Va. โ The Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg has reopened its Center of Hope facility this week after a positive coronavirus test last month. The shelter had been on lockdown since November 20 for deep cleaning and sanitizing. The facilityโs family services program also resumed Monday, while the community meal program is set to pick back up Wednesday.
Salvation Army in desperate need of holiday donations
Read full article: Salvation Army in desperate need of holiday donationsROANOKE, Va. โ The Salvation Army desperately needs your help this holiday season. COVID-19 is restricting the Red Kettle fundraiser, the organizationโs biggest fundraiser of the year, because there are smaller crowds at stores and people donโt have cash or change. The Salvation Army of Roanoke says its need is up 47%, and already, the campaign is $12,00 behind where they were this time last year. Russell Clay from Salvation Army of Roanoke. You can donate online, with Apple Pay or Google Pay, or by scanning the QR code on the Salvation Army red kettle signs with your phone.
Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg goes on lockdown after positive COVID-19 case
Read full article: Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg goes on lockdown after positive COVID-19 caseLYNCHBURG, Va. โ The Salvation Army of Greater Lynchburg is shutting down its shelter after an individual tested positive for COVID-19. The organization announced Friday that their Center of Hope facility is on lockdown until Dec. 4 for deep cleaning and sanitizing. The community feeding program has been put on hold, and the lockdown also affects their Thanksgiving event. โSadly, we will have to cancel our Thanksgiving feeding, but weโre hoping to postpone that to December because we still want to serve the community. The Salvation Armyโs adjacent Community Center, as well as their Red Kettle and Angel Tree programs, have not been impacted.
Salvation Armyโs Angel Tree registration moved online
Read full article: Salvation Armyโs Angel Tree registration moved onlineThe Salvation Army Angel Tree registration runs October 1-25, but the organization changed its process this year. Visit www.saangeltree.org to start the registration process. Posted by The Salvation Army of Danville, Virginia on Wednesday, September 30, 2020For eligibility, the Danville Salvation Army requires a valid ID, birth certificate with the parentโs name, proof of total income for all adults in the home, proof of expenses and proof of residency. Other area Salvation Army offices are accepting applications as well. Hereโs a list of the other locations with links to their registration:Click here for more information about Angel Tree.
Rescue Christmas: Why the Salvation Army is starting holiday campaigns now
Read full article: Rescue Christmas: Why the Salvation Army is starting holiday campaigns nowThis week, the Salvation Army announced its biggest fundraiser of the year is starting two months early. Captain Jaime Clay of Salvation Army Roanoke said their focus will be making the process touchless to protect volunteers and anyone who wants to donate. Closer to the holidays you will see red kettles, but not nearly as many as you would typically see. Salvation Army of Roanoke covers the city of Roanoke, Salem, Vinton and Roanoke, Botetourt and Craig counties. Keep updated with what the Salvation Army of Roanoke is doing on Facebook here.
Lynchburg Salvation Army running low on money to help families impacted by pandemic
Read full article: Lynchburg Salvation Army running low on money to help families impacted by pandemicLYNCHBURG, Va. Lynchburgs Salvation Army is running low on funds to help families pay their bills and rent. The organization said a lot more people have lost their jobs because of the pandemic and need help. With the increase of families coming for assistance, its hard to provide services for everybody. Were really in desperate need of some assistance, Caleb Prieto, a major with Lynchburg Salvation Army, said. To give to the Lynchburg Salvation Army, click here.
Salvation Army now accepting Angel Tree applications
Read full article: Salvation Army now accepting Angel Tree applicationsROANOKE, Va. - The Salvation Army is already starting the process of lending a helping hand for the holidays. Registration for Angel Tree applications for Christmas assistance started Wednesday. It's our responsibility to come alongside them and help them," Salvation Army Captain Jamie Clay said. You can register from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 14-18 at the Salvation Armys Dale Avenue location. For information on what you need to register, call the Salvation Army at 540-343-5335.