AmeriCorps and The Salvation Army: Powerful Partners in Disaster Recovery
Lindsay Crossland | lindsay.crossland@uss.salvationarmy.org
Wilmington, NC (October 1, 2018) - Emilie (pictured on right) is currently in her second year of service with AmeriCorps and has been working with The Salvation Army’s recovery operation in Wilmington, North Carolina.
“I think the most valuable thing you can give is your time, it’s a really important way to be a part of the community and to help people,” says Emilie. “Volunteering with The Salvation Army has been great; the people really care about helping and making sure people get what they need.”
The Salvation Army relies on nearly 3 million volunteers each year to help serve people across the United States. “Partnerships with organizations like AmeriCorps are vital to The Salvation Army’s effectiveness, especially during disaster response,” says Steven Hartsook, Incident Commander for The Salvation Army’s Hurricane Florence response based in Wilmington, North Carolina. “AmeriCorps volunteers have seamlessly joined our team, and we’re already looking for opportunities to work together in the future.”
The mission of AmeriCorps is to strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based national and community service. Emilie knows that with volunteering, it’s not always about the immediate impact. “Seeing the change that happens overtime is what I like most about volunteering,” she says. “Just being able to make someone’s day a little bit better is what I like most.”
The Salvation Army is grateful for those who come alongside us to serve, not just during disaster response, but 365 days a year.
How to Help
The best way to help after a disaster is to make a financial donation. Monetary donations allow disaster responders to immediately meet the specific needs of disaster survivors as the situation continues to be assessed.
Online: www.HelpSalvationArmy.org
Donate by phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY
Mail checks to: The Salvation Army, P.O. BOX 1959, Atlanta, GA 30301, Please designate '2018 Hurricane Season - Florence' on all checks.
To receive a donation link via text: Text STORM to 51555
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About The Salvation ArmyThe Salvation Army annually helps more than 30 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at 7,600 centers of operation around the country. In the first-ever listing of “America’s Favorite Charities” by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The Salvation Army ranked as the country’s largest privately funded, direct-service nonprofit. For more information, visit www.SalvationArmyUSA.org. Follow us on Twitter @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood.