Salvation Army Seeing Increase In Requests For Services
July 26, 2024 at 3:49 p.m.
The Salvation Army, serving Kosciusko County, has experienced a 17% increase in requests for services, especially in their Choice Food Pantry, according to Envoy Ken Locke, administrator.
“We checked the number in comparison to last year and we have experienced an increase in assistance,” he said.
Locke stated they are seeing many seniors, single parents and now grandparents raising their grandchildren coming in for help.
“Rising food prices, energy and just the cost of living has really affected those who are on low or fixed income. You know times are hard when people are asking for powdered milk and other basic needs like hygiene items. This is how it was in 2009 when the economy dipped,” he said.
The Salvation Army helped 2,066 households with food, energy, transportation and other assistance in 2023.
“We appreciate everyone who supports our ministry to others in the name of Jesus, and ask for prayer for our mission,” Locke said.
For more information, go to www.sawarsaw.org or call 574-267-5361.
The Salvation Army, serving Kosciusko County, has experienced a 17% increase in requests for services, especially in their Choice Food Pantry, according to Envoy Ken Locke, administrator.
“We checked the number in comparison to last year and we have experienced an increase in assistance,” he said.
Locke stated they are seeing many seniors, single parents and now grandparents raising their grandchildren coming in for help.
“Rising food prices, energy and just the cost of living has really affected those who are on low or fixed income. You know times are hard when people are asking for powdered milk and other basic needs like hygiene items. This is how it was in 2009 when the economy dipped,” he said.
The Salvation Army helped 2,066 households with food, energy, transportation and other assistance in 2023.
“We appreciate everyone who supports our ministry to others in the name of Jesus, and ask for prayer for our mission,” Locke said.
For more information, go to www.sawarsaw.org or call 574-267-5361.