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Salvation Army in final push to close Shield Red funding gap
Captain Dennis Maybury, the regional public relations officer for The Salvation Army in Bermuda (File photograph) The Salvation Army has almost raised enough money to close a funding gap that threatens its programmes and services. The charity made an urgent appeal just before Christmas after it suffered a 50 per cent reduction in funds for its Red…
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City Donates $14,000 To Two Charities
The City of Hamilton has made charitable donations of $4,000 to Compassionate Care and $10,000 to the Salvation Army. The spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton has continued its tradition of supporting community-based organizations with charitable donations today to the Salvation Army and Compassionate Care Partners [formerly Friends of Hospice].” “Earlier this morning, Mayor Charles…
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Bermuda Partnership Helps Meet Essential Need
We may not think about it much. Perhaps we take them for granted. But socks are an essential item, vital to foot health and comfort. While this basic necessity is easily accessible to many, for those experiencing homelessness, that is not always the case. The Kiwanis Club of Hamilton, Bermuda, has been partnering with the…
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Salvation Army unrolls holiday support for seniors
Story by Alva Solomon In support: Victor Charles, a volunteer, assists with grocery bags as The Salvation Army hosts its annual Christmas Giveaway at the Botanical Gardens (Photograph by Blaire Simmons) The spirit of goodwill was in the air when The Salvation Army donated more than 200 food hampers to seniors yesterday. The annual giveaway…
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Chariot Re Team Volunteers at Salvation Army
Last week, members of the Chariot Re team had the privilege of volunteering with The Salvation Army Bermuda, helping sort toy and food donations into Christmas Hampers for families in need across Bermuda. 🎁🎄 Giving back to the communities in which we operate is an important part of who we are. As a trusted partner…
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Salvation Army’s Truck of Hope sees ‘fantastic’ public turnout
Story by Sékou Hendrickson Answering the call: Captain Cathy Esdaille and Rudolph Hollis help load The Salvation Army’s Truck of Hope Christmas Toy and Food Drive truck, outside the Bermuda Industrial Union building on Union Street, Hamilton (Photograph by Akil Simmons) A Christmas-themed fundraiser was embraced yesterday as the public delivered gifts and supplies for…
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Bacardi Serve Holiday Meals At Salvation Army
Bacardi Limited served 250 holiday meals in partnership with the Salvation Army, offering “warmth, nourishment, and human connection during what can be a difficult time for many.” A spokesperson said, “Family-owned Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, reaffirmed its commitment to giving back by hosting its 4th annual ‘250 Holiday Meals’ initiative last week…
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Christmas call to ‘make a difference in someone’s life’
By Jonathan Bell, Assistant News Editor – The Royal Gazette Giving season: Northlands Primary School Choir brings Christmas cheer to Hamilton at the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign launch in front of City Hall yesterday (Photograph by Blaire Simmons) The Christmas season started in Hamilton with the first donation cast by Dave Morgan in his role…