The Salvation Army of Nash, Edgecombe, Wilson Counties

Our 2024 Angel Tree applications have reopened 👼🎄 and will stay open until available slots are filled.
- Note that only NEW applicants who have not registered with us in 2023 or 2022 can be accepted at this time. Please have all required documents gathered before applying ✅
- If you have started but not completed an application, this is your final opportunity to submit.
- This is targeted for residents of Nash, Edgecombe, and Wilson counties only at SAAngelTree.org

Sunday Inspiration:
"I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint."
-Jeremiah 31:25

Over the mountain in a nearby community, The Salvation Army had set up mobile feeding services to provide hot meals to the storm’s survivors. One day, up rolls Gerald Beaver, known as "The Beaves" on his trusty four-wheeler with an urgent request: “We’re trapped. My whole town. No one’s been in or out for days, and we haven’t had a hot meal in weeks.” The Salvation Army team, always ready to help, faced one major challenge: the roads to Pensacola were blocked. But The Beaves, with a grin, wasn’t having any of that. “Don’t worry,” he said, “I’ll get you in.”
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Sunday Inspiration:
"If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone."
-Romans 12:18

The Story of a Boy, His Bike, and His Community:
11-year-old Connor has a basket on the front of his bike and he visits The Salvation Army mobile feeding unit stationed in his community several times a day to pick up hot meals and cold drinks, which he delivers to his neighbors on the mountain and to workers helping rebuild the community. Connor's daily delivery service has become a lifeline for many.
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She’s known as the Candy Lady, but her name is Dee. Every evening after dinner, Dee and other dedicated disaster workers fill plastic grocery bags with candy, ensuring that each mobile feeding unit can share a sweet treat as a simple expression of love for the people they serve.
“A piece of candy can bring so much joy to people—from children to big, burly men!” Dee said with a smile.
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The morning after Helene devastated Western North Carolina, The Salvation Army of Hendersonville opened its gymnasium doors for breakfast. A week later, the doors remain open, offering breakfast, dinner, and hope to people in their most desperate moments. A large cross graces a wall of the gym, and beneath it, colorful squares of hope and praise come together to form a tapestry of resilience.
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Sunday Inspiration:
"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy."
-Psalm 94:19

Daily Update: Carolinas Respond to Hurricane Helene
The Salvation Army's response is expanding in North & South Carolina as roads become more accessible. Unfortunately, in some areas, progress has been slowed as linemen have discovered the bodies of missing residents. Many communities are experiencing water shortages, facing either complete lack of access to clean water or supplies that are unsafe to drink.
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A Space for Healing After Helene
Rick Hazzard is no stranger to The Salvation Army of Hendersonville, North Carolina. He volunteers regularly to ring the bells at the Red Kettles, takes photos at Salvation Army events, and helps at The Salvation Army Corps in any way he can. Recently, however, he found himself at The Salvation Army in a role he's not accustomed to – receiving help....
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Hope is On the Way: The Salvation Army of the Carolinas Two-State Response to Impacts from Helene Emergency Disaster Services The Salvation Army

Hope is On the Way: The Salvation Army of the Carolinas Two-State Response to Impacts from Helene TSA EDS National Site

Sunday Inspiration:
"But let the righteous be glad; let them exult before God; Yes, let them rejoice with gladness."
-Psalm 68:3

Teams across North & South Carolina have mobilized to assist those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Your support is crucial in helping us provide essential services.
Donate now!
Together, we can bring hope after the storm.

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Sunday Inspiration:
"I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds."
-Psalm 9:1