OUR LOCAL VISION:
Serving Porter County Thank you for being willing to volunteer your time and energy to help your neighbors in need. Your selfless sacrifice for ‘others’ may not be seen or
“As a Christ-centered Army, we will put faith in action by ministering to the whole person in order to improve the quality of life for our Porter County residents.” [An “Army” (of salvation) is a united people in love with Jesus, working to serve suffering humanity, by fighting for the person against sin, poverty & injustice.]
recognized by men, but God honors those who give of themselves with eternal reward.
“Heart to God, hand to man”
May you be ‘blessed’ as you are a blessing to others.
Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an
Yes, I want to volunteer ! The Salvation Army Porter County Corps Community Center 799 Capitol Road (on Hwy 6 & by Hwy 149) Valparaiso, Indiana 46385
evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the
Phone: 219.762.9191 Fax: 219.762.0080 E-mail: saPorterCounty.org www.salvationarmyusa.org
love of God.
The Salvation Army Porter County Corps Community Center 799 Capitol Road (on Hwy 6 & by Hwy 149)
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
2014 / 2015 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Valparaiso, Indiana 46385
219.762.9191
Thank you United Way of Porter County
Volunteer your time for your community... As you reach out in various ways to serve your fellow neighbor please know that we at The Salvation Army appreciate all that you do for the community and God.
Women’s Ministry (formerly the Home League) meet together to encourage, educate and serve. The young ladies and women organize fund-raisers, work on local Corps programs and international missions projects.
SA Men Ministry (formerly the Men’s Club) meet together to encourage, educate and serve. The young gents and men organize fund-raisers, work on local Corps programs and international missions projects.
Youth Character-Building helpers/leaders are needed for our boy’s and girl’s programs. You can help us shape the future adults of Porter County.
Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner Nov.
Discipleship Classes need leaders for
Volunteer to prepare, serve, deliver and cleanup for our annual free meal at the Corps.
teaching Biblical principles for young boy’s and girl’s. Junior Soldiers for the elementary
Christmas Angel Tree
children and Corps Cadets for the Junior and Senior High School students.
Nov.-Dec.
Help make Christmas brighter for the children in Porter County by donating toys for Angel Tree applicants, help sort, distribute, setup and cleanup (Oct.-Nov.).
Adopt-A-Family
Nov.-Dec.
Help collect, sort, setup & distribute adoption family gifts, clothing and food. Be an adopter to share gifts for families in need with your choice preferences of area, size & need.
Food Drives
All year
Help us provide canned food, baby products and nonperishable items for Porter County residents in need throughout the year. Your group or organization can collect, buy, sort and/or restock our pantry shelves to help needy Porter County residents. Divide & package donated goods by Panera & Pizza Hut-Tuesdays/Thursdays.
CAMPS (see camp brochure)
SUMMER
Leaders, Counselors and helpers are needed for Youth, Seniors & Adults Camps at Little Pine Isalnd Camp in Comstock Park, MI. Volunteers help build relationships, teach skills & lead or assist in recreational activities. Biblebased overnight, weekday & weekend stays with food and lodging provided. Drivers for transportation are also needed.
Community Care Ministry April & December Visit nursing home residents and shut-ins to provide seniors with holiday gifts & the War Cry ( TSA magazine).
Red Kettle Campaign
Nov.-Dec.
We need bell ringers to help us collect monetary donations during the Christmas Season for year ‘round assistance programs.
Stuff The Bus
Fall
Helpers collect (“man” a table) at one of our collection sites, help sort or work at our Block Party for ‘Stuff the Bus’ School Supplies Assistance Program. Get involved to help us assist Porter County students with school supplies. We collect & distribute in the Fall (July/August) in preparation for new school year.