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.
