Salvation Army issues a call for help - WALB.com, Albany News, Weather, Sports

Salvation Army issues a call for help

Posted: Updated:
  • More WALB News10 HeadlinesMore News Headlines

  • Friday, May 24 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:38:36 GMT
    Dougherty County Police Officer issues seat belt citation
    The Memorial Day Holiday weekend is here, and Dougherty county police are gearing up for a busy weekend. They'll be keeping a close eye on the roads, and are asking motorists to stay safe. Police said
    The Memorial Day Holiday weekend is here, and Dougherty county police are gearing up for a busy weekend.  They'll be keeping a close eye on the roads, and are asking motorists to stay safe.
  • Friday, May 24 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:25:44 GMT
    The Albany Dougherty County Post of the American Legion will be on the lawn of the Albany Mall Saturday morning at 8:00 to erect 122 white crosses. They are there to represent the men and women from
    The Albany Dougherty County Post of the American Legion will be on the lawn of the Albany Mall Saturday morning at 8:00 to erect 122 white crosses.
  • Friday, May 24 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:21:31 GMT
    A huge truck load of peanut butter is headed to Oklahoma tornado victims. Friday afternoon, 31,680 jars of it were loaded onto a truck at Lineage Logistics in Albany. The 22 pallets of peanut butter
    Friday afternoon,  31,680 jars of it were loaded onto a truck at Lineage Logistics in Albany.

By Jennifer Emert - bio | email

ALBANY, GA (WALB) –  One of south Georgia's most visible charities continues to see more demand for services as donations decline.  The Salvation Army has helped people in Albany for 90 years.

Captain Doug MCClure talked about the organization's needs with Albany Rotary Club members today. McClure said in the last six months the Homeless Population Rapid Rehousing Program has spent about $40,000 to prevent Albany area families from becoming homeless.

That money came from a special government grant. They still need local contributions to continue everyday programs.

"These other programs, these outside things were able to bring are wonderful and come with their own funding but it doesn't change the fact that we still need local funding. We still have a shelter to open 365 days a year. We still feed two meals a day," said McClure.

Demands for utility assistance is also up. Click HERE  for information if you want to volunteer or donate.

©2010 WALB News. All rights reserved.   Feedback