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2022 Annual Report

The Salvation Army of Lee County

Dear Friends,

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” - 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

We are incredibly grateful to those who support The Salvation Army. Due to your love and generosity, we are able to assist individuals and families in Lee County who come to us in need. Whether it be shelter, nourishment, empowering our youth, or spiritual support, The Salvation Army is there.

In the pages of this annual report, you will read how The Salvation Army is a refuge for individuals in their times of need. Yet, the programs and services we provide would not be possible without your generosity. We thank you for allowing us to make a difference in countless lives – and above all, love.

May God bless you! 

Majors Chuck and Julie Whiten
Meg Moss, Service Center Director

5,451
PERSONS SERVED

 

3,000
TOYS
DISTRIBUTED

 

2,804
FOOD BOXES/
GROCERIES

 

99
ENERGY
ASSISTANCE

 

6,930
CLOTHING
ITEMS

 

GOVERNMENT & FUNDING AGENCIES
$30,875

SPECIAL EVENTS & OTHER REVENUE
$78,633

FAMILY STORE
$313,488

DONATIONS
$704,339

TOTAL REVENUE
$1,127,335

CORPS COMMUNITY CENTER
$113,577

MANAGEMENT & GENERAL
$35,927

SOCIAL SERVICES
$822,454

FUNDRAISING
$63,290

TOTAL EXPENSES
$1,035,248

Janice

Janice and her husband have two young children. Their family lives in a frustrating margin: they do not make enough money to buy the food they need, yet their household income is too high to qualify for assistance.

“We work hard, but we make too much for food stamps, but not enough to pay for food for our family,” said Janice who works as a bus driver. “If it was not for The Salvation Army’s food pantry, I do not know how we would feed our children.” Janice visits her local Salvation Army food pantry for food items like pasta, canned vegetables, rice, beans, and other items she can use to make meals for her family. She also receives perishable items like meat, fresh fruit and vegetables, and dairy items. When it is available, she also receives soap, toothpaste, and other toiletry items.

“I know how to stretch a dollar. I can make a good meal from very little. But, if there is nothing in the pantry or refrigerator, I can’t feed my family,’’ explained Janice. “When you have to pay for rent, lights, and gas, you have to make your budget stretch. The food we get from The Salvation Army feeds our family so we can pay our bills.” The community and local grocery stores donate some of the food to The Salvation Army. The rest of the food is purchased from the local food bank.

“Our goal is to make sure that every person in our community has access to nutritious food and enough of it,” said The Salvation Army’s case manager. “We want to make sure we have enough food for anyone who needs it.”

Things are looking up for Janice and her family. Her husband went to training to become an electrician. She just got a raise. In the meanwhile, they know The Salvation Army is there to help them during the tough times.

“We are grateful for the food – a box will feed us for a week,” she said. “They are here to help the community. I just love The Salvation Army!”


Supported in part by the United Way