Salvation Army accepting donations for Fultondale, Center Point tornado victims Salvation Army volunteers helping families (Source: Salvation Army) By WBRC Staff | January 29, 2021 at 12:11 PM CST - Updated January 29 at 12:11 PM
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Salvation Army in Birmingham is accepting monetary donations for the families hurt in Monday’s tornado in Fultondale and Center Point.
The disaster relief team from The Salvation Army of Birmingham has been in the field helping those affected by the tornado. Helping families who are still trying to understand what happened and where to go from here.
“It’s amazing what a difference basic needs like water and food, as well as toilet paper, towels, toothpaste, soap, trash bags, and blankets can make to a family who has lost so much,” said Victoria Salinas, one of the disaster team members from The Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham. “So many people are appreciative, and they always thank The Salvation Army f
By Anna Catherine Roberson
Alabama Newscenter
During her 35-year career working in the health care services industry, Willie Neil McGhee lived out what she believed was her calling in life: to help people. Every day, McGhee assisted customers with billing and collections using empathy and concern, always trying to find ways to help others.
However, not long after McGhee retired, she found herself on the other side, when she needed assistance with her utility bills.
âIf you have compassion, you know when a person really needs help,â McGhee said. âI never thought I would ever be in that position, but you never know.â
Help the Birmingham Salvation Army âRescue Christmasâ and reach kettle goal Birmingham Salvation Army âRescue Christmasâ (Source: WBRC FOX6 News) By Jenna Wood | December 21, 2020 at 6:20 PM CST - Updated December 21 at 6:23 PM
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Donations to The Birmingham Salvation Armyâs Red Kettle campaign are different this year, much like everything else, due to the coronavirus.
The Salvation Army has used red kettles to fundraise at Christmastime for 130 years, and although this year looks a little different, the kettles still bring positive change to our community.
âKettle season is The Salvation Armyâs largest annual campaign. We rely heavily on the funds received during this season to fund our feeding and shelter programs,â stated Major Charles Powell, Area Commander, The Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham. âWe are so appreciative and honored that our community has supported us during this difficult time. We
Navigate Donates $125,000 for Rental and Mortgage Assistance in Alabama
Funds can be used to help local families as the CDC eviction ban expires
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ The Navigate Affordable Housing Partners Board of Directors is donating $125,000 to the Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham for rent and housing assistance. This donation will help at-risk families stay in their homes as the CDC eviction ban expires on December 31, 2020. We believe quality housing is a fundamental human right, said Board Chair Spencer Ragland, But COVID-19 has left many people unable to pay their rent. Thousands of Alabama families are at risk of eviction. We hope this will help people stay in their homes.