Plan now to make a difference in May
We Americans like to do our part – from recycling to volunteering, we try to pitch in and help out in our communities. National Salvation Army week (the week of May 10th) is a perfect opportunity to focus your efforts on making a difference right here in Central Indiana.
During his presidency, Dwight D. Eisenhower stated, “Among Americans, The Salvation Army has long been a symbol of wholehearted dedication to the cause of brotherhood. In time of war, the men and women of this organization have brought to those serving their country far from home, friendliness and warm concern. In the quieter days of peace, their work has been a constant reminder to us all that each of us is neighbor and kin to all Americans, giving freely of themselves, the men and women of The Salvation Army have won the respect of all.”
The week of November 18 – December 4, 1954 was declared by the United Stated Congress and proclaimed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to be the first National Salvation Army Week. Today, the dates have changed, but the work of The Salvation Army that was recognized has not – to serve those in need without discrimination.
So, in celebration of this special week in May, we’ve come up with some tangible ways to get your employees involved in “doing the most good.” Read more
People, goods deserve second chances
March 27, 2010 by kristen · Leave a Comment
Donations to Goodwill create jobs. That’s super! But did you know when you donate or shop at a Salvation Army Thrift Store you help give a second chance to someone recovering from addiction? Thrift store sales benefit our Adult Rehabilitation Centers, and our newest thrift store is now open at 8310 E. Washington St. Thrift Store family! So clean out those closets and donate or go on a treasure hunt and you’ll be “doing the most good”!
Thanks to Noodles (and those who ate them)
March 17, 2010 by kristen · 2 Comments
Noodles Manager Brett Suthers takes an order during the March 12 Dine to Donate Day.
We asked you to come and use your lunch/dinner dollars to help us continue “doing the most good” and you did just that! The Noodles & Company on 86th Street tells us sales totaled over $1,300 from folks who mentioned us. Factor in a couple of t-shirts sold and some donations in the kettle, and we raised about $450 for our programs that serve the homeless and abused!
We’re looking forward to more events like these planned for National Salvation Army week, May 10-16. If your business would like to participate in the paper kettle campaign or a percent of sales/Dine to Donate day, give Kristen a call at 224-1019.
Comics Care at IUPUI
March 9, 2010 by Mike · Comments Off
The Comics That Care: Auggie Smith, Mike Polites, Marques Bunn, and Stan Chen.
The Comics That Care: Auggie Smith, Mike Polites, Marques Bunn, and Stan Chen. Over 2 hours of laughter echoed through the IUPUI Campus Center as The Department of Communication Studies, the Communication Club, and the Salvation Army presented the 4th annual Comics That Care charity event to benefit Central Indiana’s Homeless Children. Some of the area’s funniest professional stand-up comedians donated their time, including the headliner, a Bob and Tom Show favorite, Auggie Smith. Smith, has been doing comedy for over 15 years and has been seen on Comedy Centeral . Other comedians performing were some of Indy’s funniest folks including: Stan Chen, Marques Bunn, and Mike Polites.
In addition to performing stand-up comedy, Polites is also a Lecturer in Communication Studies at IUPUI. Polites says that “as faculty members at IUPUI, we pride ourselves on getting our students to realize the importance of helping out the community. With all of the comedians graciously donating their time, proceeds from the comedy show will assist in bringing much-needed resources to the growing homeless population in Indianapolis. I’m so proud of the efforts that my students have put forth in coordinating this very special and very funny event. In these tough times, everyone can use a laugh.”
Dine to Donate this Friday!
March 8, 2010 by Sarah · Comments Off
Eat Noodles & Company this Friday to help The Salvation Army fight homelessness.
Noodles & Company has organized a Dine to Donate event set for Friday, March 12 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. to benefit The Salvation Army’s Homelessness Bites Campaign – a campaign to help end homelessness in Indianapolis. Print the flier below or simply mention this fundraiser at the Noodles & Company located at 3450 W 86th St and Purdue Rd (at the Pyramids) and 25 percent of the sales, good for dine-in and carry-out, will go towards The Salvation Army.
