Toledo, OH (December 11, 2017) – Speedy Clean Laundromat and Car Wash (6661 W. Bancroft St. Toledo, Oh 43615 corner of Bancroft and McCord) along with the Springfield High School softball team will be collecting donations for The Salvation Army December 16 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be volunteers providing free car washes for those that donate. Dan Shook, the owner of Speedy Clean Laundromat and Car Wash organized the fundraiser. Continue reading
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Holiday Assistance Applications Accepted for another Week
You can still apply for Holiday Assistance
Toledo, OH (October 18, 2017) — The Salvation Army will be accepting applications for Holiday Assistance for another week in October for Lucas County residents. Applications will be accepted at The Salvation Army at 620 N. Erie St., Toledo, Ohio 43604 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Oct. 23, 25-27 and on Oct 24 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Continue reading
SOCIAL SECURITY IS THERE FOR THOSE WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY By Erin Thompson
The men and women who served our country in the military can count on Social Security to be there for them throughout their lives. Active duty military members earn credits toward Social Security retirement benefits. Wounded Warriors can receive expedited handling of their claims to receive disability benefits. We also provide survivor benefits for young children and spouses of veterans who have died.
You can learn more about how Social Security helps our veterans build a secure financial future for themselves and their families at www.socialsecurity.gov/people/veterans. Our newest initiative, Journey to Success: Employment Tools for Veterans with Disabilities, is a five-part online guide that helps certain disabled veterans return to fulfilling employment in the American workforce. The guide highlights resources, such as career counseling, job training, employment services, and more.
You can access Journey to Success at www.ssa.gov/people/veterans/. We know some veterans suffered injuries so severe they cannot return to their previous work. However, for those veterans who are interested in testing their ability to find and maintain gainful employment, these resources can help.
We thank all members of our military and veterans for their service and sacrifice. To learn more about our programs and benefits, visit www.socialsecurity.gov.
The Salvation Army Red Kettle Relay and 5K Run
Toledo, OH (September 1, 2017) — The Salvation Army of Northwest Ohio is excited to announce their 4th Annual Red Kettle Relay and 5K Run. This year the Salvation Army is adding a relay race running prior to Holiday Parade on November 11, 2017. This event both promotes the Red Kettle campaign and serves as a kickoff for the Red Kettle season. Continue reading
The Salvation Army Responds to Disastrous Flooding
Organization united across the nation to focus on relief, recovery, and rebuild in Texas
Toledo, Ohio – (September 1, 2017): Rain continues to plague the southern parts of Texas and record levels of flooding have been reached. During this hard and trying time, The Salvation Army is there as a guiding light every step of the way to provide relief and assist during the processes of recovery & rebuilding to this community in need. Continue reading
DON’T GET SCHOOLED GET SMART ABOUT……… SOCIAL SECURITY
By Erin Thompson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist, Toledo, OH
Your summer job might be ending soon. You might even hold a part time job while you’re in school. You can easily jump to the head of the class and secure your future with a few simple steps. As a young worker, you’re in the best position for planning, investing, and saving for your retirement, growing that nest egg as large as it can be. The sooner you start, the more money you’ll have. Continue reading
Tools for School
The Salvation Army – Tools for School
Applications accepted July 19 and 20
Toledo, OH (July 17, 2017) – It is time to start thinking about going back to school. If you are a parent and are concerned about getting school supplies for your child local organizations formed Class Act Lucas County to make it easier for you this year. Lucas County residents can simply call 2-1-1; after answering a few questions the operator will help you find the best way to receive school supplies for your child.
One of the organizations providing backpacks is The Salvation Army. They are accepting applications this week, July 19 and 20 from 9:00am-11:00am and 1:00pm-3:00pm. The Salvation Army is encouraging parents to call 2-1-1 first to make sure another organization isn’t providing backpacks at their school or in their area code. If you are referred to The Salvation Army you will need to bring with you a photo ID, proof of address and birth certificates for all school aged children you are applying for.
The Salvation Army also has Tools for School programs in Ottawa and Wood County; Ottawa County residents can contact the Port Clinton Salvation Army service center at (419) 732-2769 and Wood County residents can contact the Bowling Green Salvation Army service center at (419) 352-5918.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in London in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 82 cents of every dollar The Salvation Army spends is used to support those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. For more information, go to www.salvationarmynwohio.org.
