The Salvation Army Manatee County 2010 Annual Report

THE SALVATION ARMY MANATEE COUNTY:

THE SALVATION ARMY MANATEE COUNTY Serving Manatee County Since 1923 2010 Annual Report

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MISSION STATEMENT THE SALVATION ARMY an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by THE LOVE OF GOD. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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SERVING MANATEE COUNTY The Salvation Army, Manatee County has been serving the NEEDS of the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing food, clothing, shelter and financial assistance since 1923. Our programs include a men’s shelter, family shelter, community feeding program, and social services. “I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took me in. . .” MATTHEW 25:35-36

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COMMUNITY FEEDING PROGRAM The most common problem facing the homeless today is hunger. An estimated 33,000 people are living in poverty in Manatee County. Many are unable to afford one of the most basic needs, FOOD . The Salvation Army, Manatee County offers a hot meal to anyone in need every night of the week at 5:30 pm. Men, women and children are welcomed with open arms and warm hearts 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 186,000 meals served in 2010

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SOCIAL SERVICES Individuals and families in crisis come to us every day hoping for just one instance of help that will keep them from falling off track completely. Our social services department provides food bags, clothing vouchers and financial assistance for rent and utilities. All in an effort to provide people with that small glimmer of HOPE that things can get better. “I just can’t seem to make ends meet. . .” 3,194 food bags in 2010 9,433 people assisted

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FAMILY SHELTER Women and children are the fastest growing homeless population. An estimated 17 million children in the Untied States are homeless. The Salvation Army meets families where they are and provides a safe place for them to GROW . The Family Shelter is an intensive self-sufficiency program designed to encourage families to make it on their own. They are offered the tools they need to survive with classes in life skills, household management, parenting, budgeting, job searching and more. At The Salvation Army we are GROWING HOPE everyday. 163 homeless women & children assisted in 2010 “Mommy, I don’t want to sleep outside anymore .”

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MEN’S SHELTER The face of the homeless is changing. More and more educated, hard working men are finding themselves without family, without jobs, without HOPE . The Salvation Army Men’s Shelter offers them a warm bed, a hot shower and a place to find HOPE FOR THE FUTURE . Men are encouraged to take part in a self-help program and are given the opportunity to get their lives back on track. The Men’s Shelter also includes the Faith Based Transitional Living program for men coming out of a Florida state prison. Over 30,000 nights of lodging provided Over 1,000 homeless men served “It’s nice to have a place to sleep when it’s cold outside .”

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VOLUNTEERING VOLUNTEERS are an important part of the services we provide. Without our volunteers we would be unable to serve the overwhelming number of people who come to us for help. In 2010 more than 2,000 volunteers contributed over 12,000 hours of SERVICE . “Volunteers make it possible for us to do more. We are so grateful to each and every one of them for the wonderful service they provide and are so blessed to have them as part of our family.” MAJOR BOB PARKER, Area Coordinator

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COMMUNTIY SPORTS PROGRAM This year The Salvation Army, Manatee County extended it’s OUTREACH efforts into the community with a newly developed sports program. The program started with a basketball league that has drawn kids from around the community. “Children are the future of this community and we need to invest what we can in their success. Giving them a place to grow and develop with a strong foundation is our vision for the future.” BRUCE BRAITHWAITE, Advisory Board Chair

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT The Salvation Army is committed to NURTURING the soul and spirit of young people. Through our youth development programs we build a strong FOUNDATION for tomorrows leaders. Youth programs are centered around character building, Christian education and spiritual growth. Youth programs include weekly & monthly meetings, summer camp, music conservatory camps, and annual statewide youth rallies.

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WORSHIP The Salvation Army, Manatee County offers several weekly opportunities for WORSHIP at The Center for Worship & Service. Opportunities include Sunday services, Tuesday youth activities, Wednesday Bible study, and Thursday women’s ministries. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. “Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs .” PSALM 100:2

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THE HOLIDAY SEASON The holidays are the busiest season of the year at The Salvation Army and 2010 was no different. The need becomes greater and the urgency to care for those in need STRENGTHENS . Holiday programs include the annual Red Kettle Campaign, Angel Tree and Forgotten Angels, annual Food Drive and community Thanksgiving and Christmas meals. “We believe in angels .” 10,000 toys were distributed to 2,500 children 1,400 holiday meals served

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT REVENUE Public Support Received Directly: Contributions $1,390,265 Donations In Kind/Contributed Services $309,372 Special Events $1,314 Unassociated & Non-Federated Fund Raising $0 Total Public Support Received Directly $1,700,950 Support Received Indirectly: Government Support $255,875 United Way Allocations $83,298 Total Public Support Received Indirectly $339,174 Other Revenue & Internal Support $719,522 Total Income $2,759,646 EXPENSES Program & Supporting Services Staff Compensation $1,325,791 Professional Fees $43,605 Other Program & General Expenses $1,135,044 Payments to Headquarters $233,684 Total Expenses $2,738,125 Excess (Deficiency) of Revenue Over Expenses $21,521 Your continuing interest and support may be expressed by remembering The Salvation Army in your will or through a wide variety of other giving opportunities. For further information and advice, consult your local Salvation Army officer or your attorney.

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LEADERSHIP COMMANDING OFFICERS Major Bob Parker A/Captain Kathy Parker Area Coordinator Coordinator of Women’s Ministries ADVISORY BOARD Linda Agresta Dann Bouwer Bruce Braithwaite, Chairman Harold Byrd Janelle Esposito Bill Evers Robert Farrence, Vice Chairman Mel Griffin George Hoagland John James Paul Logan Mike McCoy, Treasurer Dick Moore Dion Mullis Stan Pavkovich Larry Simmons Gilbert Smith EMERITUS MEMBERS Robert Blalock Phil Davis Stanley Faneca Ronnie Grubbs John Nichols Charles Wells DEPARTMENT MANAGERS Jeanne Arendell , Accounting Manager Lt. Col. Joan Bamford , Volunteer Coordinator Major Alma Gower , Angel Tree Coordinator Jim McKee , Food Services Manager Ellen Potrikus , Social Services Program Manager Lynn Rosa , Family Shelter Program Manager Julia Showers , Human Resources Generalist Christine Smith , Director of Community Relations & Development Judy Thompson, Corps Officer Secretary Major Tom Vick, Community Sports Program Director Christopher Walker , Faith Based Program Coordinator Ed Wickman , Men’s Shelter Program Manager LIFE MEMBERS Carol Chamberlain Ed Dick Dan Molter

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“There is no reward equal to that of doing the most good to the most people in the most need” EVANGELINE BOOTH, 1919