Sarasota, FL (October 20, 2024) – The Salvation Army continues to provide hot meals to survivors of Hurricane Milton with seven canteen teams serving in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. As power has been restored to most of Sarasota, The Salvation Army will continue to adapt its operations to best meet the needs of the community. In addition to serving survivors in Longboat Key, canteen crews also served first responders and construction workers on the island who arrived to assist with recovery efforts.
Regarding his experience on the canteen, Willie said “We’re all on the same team.” When responding to an event like Hurricane Milton, its all-hands-on deck and The Salvation Army is here to serve all in His name without discrimination.
To date, the Sarasota operation has served over 41,000 meals and 12,000 snacks to Hurricane Milton survivors. To keep up to date with service locations near you, visit The Salvation Army Hurricane Milton Service Locations.
In addition to food service, The Salvation Army is also providing emotional and spiritual care (ESC) to survivors. ESC specialists visit feeding sites throughout the day to offer a comforting shoulder, listening ear, and a word of prayer to those in need. To read about the impact of ESC during Hurricane Milton, visit our story library.
Service Locations as of October 20th, 2024
Sarasota County feeding sites
October 19, 2024 beginning at Noon while supplies last
- Wal-Mart 13140 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FL 34229
- Sarasota Municipal Auditorium 801 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236
Manatee County feeding sites
October 19, 2024 beginning at Noon while supplies last
- Two Rivers MHP 2800 Manatee Ave, Bradenton, FL 34208
- Longboat Key Comfort Station 4052 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
- Surf RV Resort 901 72nd St E, Palmetto, FL 34221
- The Center of Anna Maria Island 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
- Anna Maria Island 316 N Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL 34216
If you would like assist with the response to Hurricane Milton, consider making a financial donation at HelpSalvationArmy.org or by volunteering with your local Salvation Army unit. When you support Salvation Army disaster services, 100% of your donation is applied to the disaster relief operation.
