Author Archives: The Salvation Army of the Midlands

Salvation Army Celebrates National Salvation Army Week

Seventy four years after The Salvation Army began its work in America, President Dwight D. Eisenhower declared the first National Salvation Army Week in 1954. In a speech declaring National Salvation Army Week, he stated, “Among Americans, The Salvation Army … Continue reading

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Salvation Army serves meals at exercise to emergency responders

The Salvation Army of the Midlands (Columbia, South Carolina) recently supported a National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) exercise at Columbia Metropolitan Airport by providing meals, snacks, and hydration to exercise participants. The Salvation Army provided food and drinks on Tuesday, … Continue reading

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Columbia board members honored as Heritage Society members

Harrison Rearden, advisory board member in Columbia, S.C., recently made a planned gift to The Salvation Army of the Midlands and became a member of the Heritage Society, which was created exclusively to honor and recognize supporters who have thoughtfully … Continue reading

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Many thanks to Christmas supporters!

On behalf of The Salvation Army of the Midlands, many thanks to everyone who supported The Salvation Army’s efforts during the 2012 Christmas season. Your contributions were invaluable to making the campaign successful and positively impacting thousands of local people … Continue reading

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A Couple of Major Blessings

Members of The Salvation Army’s senior citizens group recently honored retired officers Majors Charles “Chuck” and Carol Schramm for their years of faithful service to the elderly at the group’s January lunch meeting which was held at The Salvation Army … Continue reading

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Online Battle of the Bells Competition

You’ve seen our red kettles out in front of stores, but the Online Red Kettle is a way for individuals and groups to help people in need by raising donations through email and social networking. The Salvation Army of the … Continue reading

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Salvation Army Family Store Helps Stretch Budgets

Times are still tight for many people in the Midlands but affordable options are out there. The Salvation Army’s Family Store is one place that exists to help people stretch their money and, in the process, assist local people in … Continue reading

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Clothes for Kids helps 126 children!

Salvation Army staff distributed Back-to-School items from the Clothes for Kids clothing drive yesterday afternoon and this morning. Thanks to the generosity of donors and volunteers, 126 local children will begin the new school year with confidence and style! Thanks … Continue reading

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Midlands children enjoy a week of camp

            Fifty local children recently returned from a week of camp that was filled with fun and new experiences. Each year, thanks to public support, The Salvation Army of the Midlands sends kids from the community to The Salvation Army’s … Continue reading

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Volunteers and new clothing donations are needed to help kids return to school with confidence!

Volunteers and new clothing donations are needed for this year’s Clothes for Kids clothing drive for underprivileged children. YOU can help children start the school year with confidence and style! Who: The Salvation Army of the Midlands What: Clothes for Kids … Continue reading

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