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Helping Hands: Churches and schools join to feed those in need
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“Our call as Christians is to love the least of us and take care of them,” said Rev. Brad Treece, coordinator of the South Davidson Missional Network, speaking about a recent partnership with local schools to serve those in the community who are the most in need.
The South Davidson Missional Network’s most recent collaboration is with Silver Valley Elementary School to operate a food pantry and clothing closet.
The network, which is made up of 17 Methodist churches in Southern Davidson County, uses both physical items and monetary donations to supply items, such as canned goods, clothing, and other non-perishable items for a free pantry located inside the school.
Davidson County Salvation Army places 5th in national Red Kettle campaign
Bell ringers raised over $25,000 to place in the top five, beating out much bigger cities like San Francisco, Chicago, and New York. Author: Ria Andresen Updated: 2:29 PM EST December 16, 2020
DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. The Davidson County Salvation Army set a fundraising milestone.
Bell ringers raised over $25,000 during a nationwide Red Kettle campaign at the Walmart shopping center in Lexington on December 4 in just four hours!
The nonprofit beat out much larger cities, like San Francisco, Chicago, and New York.
The Davidson County Salvation Army said the money was raised with the help of the local community and businesses. The sheriff s office, local police, and firefighters volunteered as bell ringers and also donated to the cause.