Press releases issued by The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, Florida.

WORKING TOGETHER . . . STRONGER TOGETHER!” THEME OF 33RD ANNUAL “HEARTS OF GOLD” LUNCHEON

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The Women’s Auxiliary of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will host their 33rd Annual “Hearts of Gold” Luncheon at The Pelican Club.

West Palm Beach, Florida (March 7, 2023) – The Women’s Auxiliary of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will host their 33rd Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, March 29th from 11:30am-2:30pm at The Pelican Club located at 1065 North A1A Jupiter, Florida. In commemoration of International Women’s Month, the Auxiliary will be honoring local philanthropists Dr. Alina Alonso, Marie Hope Davis, and Arlette Gordon as the event’s Honorary Chair. The Luncheon will feature an elegant surf and turf lunch, a silent auction, vendor sales, and a stunning fashion show by Rose Meyerowich. Guest Speaker will be Josh Liller, Historian and Collections Manager for Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum.

“We are especially honored to have author and historian Josh Liller as our luncheon speaker,” said Nicole Briden, President of the Woman’s Auxiliary. “Being involved with The Salvation Army for over 14 years I can attest to all the good they do for our community! The Salvation Army is remarkable in the way that they put love into action by serving others.” According to Briden, the Woman’s Auxiliary is “the Army Behind The Army!”

The Women’s Auxiliary of The Salvation Army was founded in Palm Beach County by Charlotte Sinclair in 1988. The Auxiliary is comprised of volunteer ladies who dedicate their time and efforts to raise funds and awareness of The Salvation Army’s many programs and services. The Annual “Hearts of Gold” luncheon is the main fundraising event of the Auxiliary whose proceeds help support initiatives of The Salvation Army including veteran services, human trafficking, homelessness, youth, and children’s programs. The Woman’s Auxiliary has also supported local as well as international disaster relief efforts.

To purchase tickets ($225 per person) to the “Hearts of Gold” Luncheon please call Rashida Guyton at (561) 686-3530. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

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Local Nonprofit Announces Grand Prize Winner of Family Store Valentine’s Day Thrifting Sale

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The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County presents rose floral arrangements to Valentine’s Day shopper.

West Palm Beach, Florida (February 22, 2023) – On February 14, 2023, Rosa Reyes became the Grand Prize winner of the Valentine’s Day Gift Drawing of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County. Reyes received a beautiful one-dozen rose floral arrangement, donated by Love’s Flower Shop. The drawing concluded 14-days of special thrifting discounts on jewelry, baskets, glass and crystal jars, floral arrangements, and pet supplies to help celebrate Valentine’s Day at The Salvation Army’s Family Store located at 655 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Florida.

The Valentine Thrifting Sale was offered by The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County as a way of helping residents purchase the perfect gift to express their appreciation and love to others during a time of financial uncertainty. As the current financial situation has placed many on a tight budget, the organization’s West Palm Beach Family Store offered Valentine themed gifts at a price that would not overburden anyone’s wallet.

“Thrifting is always an excellent way to find simple gifts that evoke a true sense of nostalgia, and personalized appreciation,” said Family Store manager, Bruce Garabrant. “I was not surprised to see so many creative shoppers visit our Family Store searching for unique objects. The Thrifting for Valentine’s Day Sale,” said Garabrant, “became the perfect way of turning old items into new and romantic gifts!”

For more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, please call (561) 686-3530. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco. To schedule a pick-up please call the Family Store Manager, at (561) 683-3513).

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THRIFTING FOR VALENTINES DAY SALE

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LOCAL YOUTH SQUEEZE LEMONS TO AID HURRICANE IAN RELIEF

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West Palm Beach children raise funds from lemonade stand for victims of Hurricane Ian.

West Palm Beach, Florida (October 18, 2022) – Children from Lake Worth recently raised $531.34 to help victims of Hurricane Ian from a lemonade stand on the grounds of the Florida Gardens Community of Hope Church. Jennifer Sooklal, who grew up in Cape Coral, explained “we did this to help a community we love.”

After learning firsthand from displaced west-coast relatives about the destruction caused by Hurricane Ian, Noah and Chloe Sooklal joined forces with Coral Bauer, and Bentley and Aubrey Davis to squeeze and sell the juice of lemons to help victims of the category 5 storm. The youth decided to donate the one-day proceeds to The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County after learning that the organization directs 100% of all contributions to support the relief effort.

“We are grateful and extremely touched by the gesture of love expressed by these children,” said Majors Chip and Leisa Hall, Area Commanders of the Salvation Army of Palm Beach County. “It is heartwarming to see that the spirit of philanthropy is alive and well in our Palm beach County community. Their desire to help the victims of Hurricane Ian is an inspiration to all of us!”

For more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, please call (561) 686-3530. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco

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The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County Responds to Hurricane Ian’s Impact

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West Palm Beach, Florida (September 30, 2022) — The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, has deployed resources and personnel to meet the immediate needs of survivors and first responders before, during and after Hurricane Ian’s catastrophic landfall in Florida. Ian comes just days after Hurricane Fiona ravaged Puerto Rico, where The Salvation Army is still serving survivors and responders.

Hurricane Ian made landfall as a Category 4 storm Wednesday morning, Sept. 28, on the west coast of Florida, near Port Charlotte. Hurricane Ian follows a similar path as Hurricane Charlie in 2004. While Charlie was a smaller sized storm and moved much quicker across the state, Ian has been slowly moving which will cause much more significant damages. The impacts will likely be worse than Hurricane Irma in 2017, which affected some of these same communities.

Recovery efforts will take years and The Salvation Army is positioned to respond to widespread needs as efficiently and effectively as possible. 

“It is an honor to be called upon to serve others in times of disaster,” said Major James Hall, Area Commander.“Through The Salvation Army’s Canteen and Rapid Response Unit personal,we seek to show that there is hope, even in the storm. We are activated and prepared to go to where the storm hits the hardest, to meet the needs of disaster survivors in the days, weeks, months, and years to come.”

Ian Prep/Initial Response:

  • The Salvation Army has mobile feeding units, (Canteens) ready to respond, with 27 already in Florida, stationed across the state. Each mobile feeding unit can feed approximately 1,500 meals per day.
  • The Salvation Army has been feeding at evacuation shelters in many communities across the state and will continue as needed. 
  • Emergency Disaster Services warehouses in Tampa, Florida, and McDonough, Georgia are prepped with food, water, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, and other items that will be distributed to those in need in the coming days and weeks. 

The Salvation Army disaster personnel collaborate with emergency management agencies and partner agencies and organizations, as it will take the efforts of many to meet the needs of disaster survivors impacted by Hurricane Ian.

To make a financial gift to support Hurricane relief efforts:

  • Donate online: www.HelpSalvationArmy.org. 
  • Donate by phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769)
  • Text-To-Donate: Text STORM to 51555 to donate to help disaster relief efforts.
  • Current media releases, updates, and information – www.disaster.salvationarm.org

One hundred percent of designated disaster donations go to direct services for survivors and first responders.

For more information on The Salvation Army’s continued response, visit https://disaster.salvationarmyusa.org.Formore information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County,please call(561) 686–3530 or visit: https://salvationarmyflorida.org/westpalmbeach. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

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PHILANTHROPY OF MARJORIE MERRIWEATHER POST THE FOCUS OF NEW YORK CITY “PARADISE BALL” KICK-OFF

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Dignitaries Attend Kick-off for the Marjorie Merriweather Post’s “Paradise Ball” to Benefit The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County.

West Palm Beach, Florida (September 22, 2022) – A kick-off event was held in New York on September 14th to inaugurate the Marjorie Merriweather Post’s “Paradise Ball” to benefit The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County. The stylish soiree was hosted by Susan and Hunter Cushing at their Park Avenue apartment.

The “The Paradise Ball” is scheduled for Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the Palm Beach, Florida Mar-a-Lago Club. The historic landmark home was selected for the White Tie Event due to its original owner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, who purchased the land and constructed her residence in 1922, the same year that The Salvation Army located its offices in Palm Beach, Florida.

Apart from Libby Pataki, former First Lady of New York, bestselling author, Allison Pataki, attended the reception and read a passage from her recent novel “The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie M. Post.” Additional guests included Holly Holden, Chair, Farley Rentschler, Junior Chair of the Ball, and many other Palm Beach residents, Majors Chip and Leisa Hall, Area Commanders of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County were also in attendance.

“Marjorie Merriweather Post lived her life in service to others,” said Allison Pataki. “During the Great Depression, Post locked up her priceless jewels and threw herself into opening and running the Marjorie Post Hutton Canteen in partnership with The Salvation Army, whereby she fed thousands of hungry New Yorkers each day. As Post was also the consummate hostess, the “Paradise Ball,” would be just the sort of gathering that Post could have supported with her unrivaled enthusiasm and generosity. It will be an opportunity to serve others,” continued Pataki, “to gather with friends new and old, and to come together as a community to make the world a better place.”

“How fortunate we are to celebrate a century of the devoted service of the Salvation Army of Palm Beach County,” said Holly Holden. The White Tie “Paradise Ball” will have a festive theme of pink and will radiate merriment, and embrace a time of old-world graciousness, where charm, and politeness were a way of life. As The Salvation Army was founded in London in l865, Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill (Blenheim Palace) and Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland (Belvoir Castle) in England, have graciously agreed to be Honorary Chairs.” In total agreement, Rentschler said “I think after everything that everyone’s gone through in the past two years it will be quite a joy to have something so glamorous as a white tie party to look forward to!”

To purchase Ticket to the “Paradise Ball,” or for more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, please call (561) 686-3530 or visit the organization’s webpage to view upcoming events and photos of various era events. Website: https://salvationarmyflorida.org/westpalmbeach. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

Kick-Off At The Cushing's For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach's Paradise Ball
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Kick-Off At The Cushing's For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach's Paradise Ball
Kick-Off At The Cushing's For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach's Paradise Ball
Kick-Off At The Cushing's For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach's Paradise Ball
Kick-Off At The Cushing's For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach's Paradise Ball
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LOCAL NONPROFIT ANNOUNCES “100 DAYS OF SAVINGS” AT FAMILY STORES TO HONOR CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY

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The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will offer 100-days of reduced prices at Thrift Store to help local families.

West Palm Beach, Florida (September 26, 2022) – In honor of its Centennial Anniversary, The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County is offering “100-Days of Savings” (September 22 – January 30, 2022) at its two-Family Store Locations.

Shoppers will receive weekly in store discounts on already reduced prices for the 100 days of savings. Purchases of any amount will also be eligible for a weekly $100 Shopping Coupon Prize drawing by submitting their email address. A Cash Grand Prize of $250 will be drawn from all entry forms on Day 100 (December 30, 2022).

“The decision to offer “100-Days of Savings” was made due to the overwhelming financial needs of local families in dealing with increasing clothing, furniture, and appliance prices created by rising inflation and supply shortages,” said Major Chip Hall, the Area Commander of The Salvation Army of Palm beach County. I can think of no better way to celebrate our organization’s Centennial Anniversary than to focus on helping local families deal with the nation’s current financial crisis.”

“I want to personally invite the public to visit our two-Family Store locations during our “100-Days of Savings,” said Bruce Garabrant. “While our 30,000 s/f Super Store is located at 655 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, our smaller boutique is located at 4001 Kirk Road, Lake Worth. The Salvation Army Family Store staff and I look forward to serving and awarding our weekly coupon and final cash grand prize to our eligible shoppers.”

To schedule a pick-up please call the Family Store Manager, at (561) 683-3513). For more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County, please call (561) 686-3530 or visit: https://salvationarmyflorida.org/westpalmbeach. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

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CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES “PARADISE BALL” FOR THE SALVATION ARMY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY

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The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will celebrate its Centennial Gala at Marjorie Merriweather Post’s historic landmark resort.

West Palm Beach, Florida (July 13, 2022) – The Centennial Anniversary Committee of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will host “The Paradise Ball” on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the Mar-a-Lago Club. The historic landmark home was selected for the White tie Event due to its initial owner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, who purchased the land and constructed her residence in 1922, the same year that The Salvation Army located its offices in Palm Beach, Florida.

 

After the stock market crash of October 1929, Marjorie Merriweather Post became deeply concerned with the plight of those affected by the hardships of Great Depression, especially the multitude of hungry people. She put her jewels into a vault, cancelled the insurance, and with the money saved she provided funds for the Marjorie Post Hutton Free Food Station. It was operated by The Salvation Army in New York City, in the area commonly known as “Hell’s Kitchen.” One newspaper described her as “Lady Bountiful” because of her gracious generosity to those less fortunate. For five years, from 1930 to 1935, thousands of grateful women and children received nourishing hot meals in dignified surroundings.

“It is a joy to announce that the ‘The Paradise Ball,’ will mark the Centennial Anniversary of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County,” said Holly Holden, Chair of the Anniversary Committee. “For this once-in-a-lifetime occasion, it is fitting that guests will enjoy splendid repasts and dancing in the elegant surroundings, built by such a wonderful philanthropist as Marjorie Merriweather Post. On behalf of the entire Committee,” continued Holden, “I am honored to invite the entire Palm Beach County Community to help the organization inaugurate a new century of dedicated service by attending our festive White tie event.”

“The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County has been a vital part of the South Florida community for 100 years,” said Majors Chip and Leisa Hall. “It is, indeed, a privilege to have been selected to continue the 100-year legacy of this august location by serving, inspiring, and transforming the lives of the less fortunate as its Area Commanders. We look forward to celebrating our Centennial Anniversary with the entire Palm Beach County community at “The Paradise Ball.”

Ever-increasing members of the Anniversary Committee currently include Holly Holden, Chair; Farley Rentschler, Chair of the Junior Committee; William Mikus, Chair of Salvation Army Advisory Board; Marie Davis, Advisory Board member; Paula Mikus, Salvation Army Ambassador Circle member; Dr. Frank Marangos, Director of Development and Communications; and Susan Cushing, event planner and owner of Espalier Events.

For more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County please call (561) 686-3530 or visit the organization’s Centennial Celebration webpage to view upcoming events and photos of various era events. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

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Delivering love and lunch to our community’s most vulnerable

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(Miami, FL) (August 4, 2022) –  With its “Lunch and Love” program, the Salvation Army Miami is providing love and meals to those in need on Miami’s streets.

In an effort to replicate the same impact made at Miami Area Command to the surrounding community, Lunch and Love was developed by David Jenett, Case Worker and Emergency Disaster Services Coordinator. With the use of the FedEx Cares EDS Canteen (pictured above), David and his team were able to serve 150 meals and 50 snack packs to the homeless that are located within the Government Center and North Miami area of Miami-Dade.

David had one thought in mind: it’s necessary and it’s impactful, “Not everyone is able to migrate to our corps so why not bring the assistance to them? We have a Canteen that can go a long way and a team that can stretch the effort even more.” Despite the rainy conditions, the team dedicated nearly four hours of service, with the assistance of Terrance McCray and Susi Goihman.

They even had a helper! When the team needed to draw the meal recipients to one location, an individual on a bike (who is also homeless) rode around the area and alerted everyone else to the free lunch being served. A day filled with love, service, and gratitude would not have been possible without David, Terrance, and Susi’s dedication, their efforts were a big success.

The program will take place once a month throughout Miami-Dade, with the goal of becoming a regular service. The team hopes to make Lunch and Love a bi-weekly effort.

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Local Nonprofit Continues Offering Discount At Family Stores

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Due to overwhelming positive response, the Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will continue offering reduced Thrift Store prices to help local families.

West Palm Beach, Florida (July 28, 2022) – The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will continue offering a 25% discount on already reduced prices at its two Family Stores during the month of August. The decision was made due to the overwhelming response of local families who expressed appreciation to the organization for helping them deal with increasing clothing, furniture, and appliance prices created by rising inflation and supply shortages due to the nation’s current financial crisis.

“We are humbled by the outpouring of appreciation expressed by local residents to our Family Store volunteers and employees,” said Major James Hall, The Salvation Army’s Area Commander, “for helping them deal with the nation’s current financial crisis. As our mission is to always strive to ‘Do the Most Good,” we have decided to continue offering reduced Thrift Store prices.”

“I want to personally invite the public to visit our two Family Store locations,” said Bruce Garabrant.” While our 30,000 s/f Super Store is located at 655 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, our smaller boutique is located at 4001 Kirk Road, Lake Worth. However, due to the overwhelming demand on our inventory, I want to encourage those that can, to donate good quality merchandise at either, or both locations. The need for useable quality items is great,” said Garabrant, “so please join us in helping local families with the most need.”

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