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National Donut Day!
The Donut Day tradition began on the battlefields of France during World War One, when Salvation Army workers went to the front to deliver spiritual aid and comfort to US soldiers and their allies and serve as a link between the soldiers and their families back home. Salvation Army “Donut Lassies” served coffee and donuts to soldiers in the trenches to bring them cheer. Donut Day became an official Salvation Army annual fundraising event in 1938 in Chicago.
An Enriching Camp Experience
The timeless experience of overnight summer camp evokes fond memories for many citizens of west Michigan. It is also an experience that many families cannot afford. Little Pine Island Camp is located just north of Grand Rapids, and provides seven weekly overnight camping sessions for hundreds of youth. Three-quarters of …Read More
“I like to think of it as God’s house.”
When spending time with Oliver Hale (a.k.a. Chef O), one quickly comes to the conclusion that he has led an amazing life. He is 60 years young, and through his story you will find out he has filled his years with more “living” than several people his age combined. In …Read More
Grand Rapids Community Comes Together
While one person’s street is flooded, another person’s home is flooded. While one person has lost their home due to flooding in Grand Rapids, another person has lost their life due to a bombing in Boston. From our home town to around the nation – in a time when it …Read More
An Oasis of Spiritual, Educational and Wellness Experiences
The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is a 20-acre worship, education, recreation and cultural arts facility. Its mission is to share the love of Jesus Christ by providing life-changing spiritual, educational and wellness experiences. Made possible by a substantial gift from the late philanthropist Mrs. Joan …Read More
Big Rapids Flood Clean-up Continues
In January, an ice jam caused the Muskegon River near Big Rapids to back up and flood a few miles behind the jam. As a result, 90 homes along the river experienced severe flooding. Most residents had less than an hour to evacuate before their homes began filling with water …Read More
Army of Readers Needs Volunteers
One book two book red book blue book! The Salvation Army Action Group, along with the Peter C. and Emajean Cook Foundation, is holding their second annual Army of Readers event to celebrate reading in Grand Rapids! They’re hoping to spread literary happiness to over 1,000 children, and are looking for …Read More
Celebrating Easter at The Salvation Army
What comes to mind when thinking of Easter morning? Is it the image of a child searching for a hidden egg? Is it an image of joy and family happiness? At the Salvation Army, instead of finding candy eggs, our image is of our journey towards the Lord. You will …Read More
Upward!
On Saturday, March 23, The Salvation Army Fulton Heights Corps Community Center concluded its fourth season of Upward Basketball and Cheerleading with an Upward Celebration! The event is an opportunity for families to come together to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of their children. Dinner was provided and each …Read More
Prenatal and Family Health Clinic
“It’s terrible to be 14 or 15 and to be pregnant – to be scared to death. Maybe you (had) parents who were so angry, they would kick you right out of the house.” When Roma Beorsma, 92, began working as a Booth Memorial Hospital nurse in 1946, it was …Read More
