Office Information
Location:
639 E. University Ave.
Gainesville, Florida
Phone number:
352-376-1743
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00, closed for lunch from 12:00-1:00.
(closed on holidays)
Our Local Leadership
Majors Hank and Eunice Harwell
Majors Hank and Eunice Harwell were installed as the newest Corps Officers in Gainesville, Florida, succeeding Captain Tabitha and Lieutenant Daimion Roberts.
Major Hank Harwell was born the child of Salvation Army parents in Littlefield, Texas. He graduated High School in Texarkana Texas and attended the University of North Texas in Denton, where he majored in Radio, Television and Film Production. After five years of working for The Salvation Army’s video production unit, the Office of Media Ministries, he left his native land and entered The Salvation Army’s College for Officer Training in Atlanta, Georgia. There he met his wife Eunice.
Major Eunice Harwell is a seventh generation Salvationist. Eunice was born in Florence, Alabama, but considers Atlanta, Georgia, to be home. Eunice attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Social Work, and a minor in Sociology. After college, she worked as an employee with The Salvation Army holding many different social work positions including Director of Social Services for the Florida Division, Family Services Director for the Prince Georges Corps in Upper Marlboro, Md., Youth Shelter Director in Atlanta, Ga., and Asst. to the Director of Senior Citizens Centers in Oklahoma City, Okla. For a time, Eunice even worked for a company in Atlanta that planned and produced special events and parties.
They were married in September of 1992.
Lieutenants Harwell were commissioned by then-General Paul Rader in 1995 and appointed to Statesville, North Carolina, where they served for four years before being appointed to the Concord, North Carolina operations of The Salvation Army in 1999. In 2003, they were appointed to Beaufort, South Carolina. They served there until 2006 when Captain Harwell was returned to Texas, to serve in Lufkin.
From Lufkin, they were appointed to the Texas Divisional Headquarters where he served as the Divisional Finance Officer and she served first as the Assistant Women’s Ministries Secretary and later as the Community Care Ministries Secretary. In 2010, they were appointed to the Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi Divisional Headquarters where Major Hank served as the Divisional Secretary, overseeing Property, HR, IT, Family Stores, Men’s Ministries and Disaster Services for the three-state area. Major Eunice was the Assistant Women’s Ministries Secretary and Social and Ethical Ministries Director for the Division.
In 2014, they were appointed to assume command of the corps in Harrisonburg, Virginia, which is located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. They have served there until June 2017, when they were assigned to oversee Salvation Army operations here in Gainesville, Florida.
Worship Opportunities
Looking for a church? Worship with us!
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Location: 639 E. University Avenue
Sunday School: 10:00am
Sunday Worship: 11:00am
Ministry Groups:
*Women’s Home League: Tuesday 10:30am-12:30pm
*Men’s Groups: please check back later for more information
Children’s Services
Our Homework Club is a Christian based after-school enrichment program that offers leadership development, tutoring with homework time, and enrichment activities.
Our program also incorporates off-site trips in alignment with our enriching activities to local attractions in the Gainesville area for our kids to have fun and build skills for everyday life!
To sign up your child, please contact our After School Coordinator,
Shera Sherman 352-376-1743 ext. 7101 (Spaces limited, sign up early)
Emergency Social Services
Important:
- Currently, due to an overwhelming amount of requests, our Social worker will call you ONLY if your pre-screening form is accepted and marked as pre-qualified.
- If your pre-screening form is accepted our Social worker will be calling you in 2 business days.
- It is CRUCIAL that you include in your pre-screening form the best phone number where she will able to reach you.
- Also, beware that when our Social worker calls to set up an appointment that does NOT guarantee the approval of your application.
How can I Pre-Qualify?
You must fill the online Pre-Screening Form that would be used to determine if you pre-qualify to receive Utility Assistance.
Please be aware that responding to the pre-screening form is REQUIRED to pre-qualify however, pre-qualified does NOT guarantee approval.
Important:
- Before any appointment is scheduled, our caseworker will spend time analyzing each applicant’s unique situation and needs. This can be a time-consuming process, as each client is evaluated on an individual basis.
- We will call to schedule an appointment, ONLY if your pre-screening form is accepted and marked as pre-qualified.
- Your pre-qualification status does NOT guarantee the approval of your application.
If you receive an appointment, you must bring with you:
- Proof of income: Clients must be able to provide a verifiable form of income within the last 30 days of when the appointment is made (i.e paycheck stubs from employer, most recent SSI award letter, TANF, and/or proof of unemployment benefits).
- Electric Bill (with a past due balance, and the service must still be on).
- Final utility disconnection notice (if you’ve received a shut-off notice from your energy company).
- Proof of Temporary Financial Hardship
- Proof of Expenses
- Unexpired Government-Issued identification (for the applicant and, primary account holder).
- Social Security cards (or documents with SSN number such as a pay-stub or official document from the Social Security Administration) for all persons living in your household.
Please read the agreement terms BEFORE you submit your Pre-Screening Form:
- When you apply for Utility Assistance you are giving permission to The Salvation Army to share your information with other helping agencies if needed.
- Clients are eligible for financial assistance once every 12 months (we give priority to first-time applicants).
- Failure to provide the information requested on the Pre-Screening Form will prevent us from contacting you.
- Submitting the Pre-Screening form does not guarantee approval, it is only to determine pre-qualification.
- Your pre-qualification status does not guarantee the approval of your application.
- Your information will be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and if your pre-screening form is marked as pre-qualify you will be contacted by our Social Worker to schedule an appointment.
- All applicants with scheduled appointments are required to arrive at least 5 minutes before the appointment time (no walk-ins). If you have any issues, please call 352-376-1743 ext. 7111
If you agree to the terms mentioned above, please submit the Pre-Screening Form.
If you agree to all terms mentioned, please submit the Pre-Screening Form below .
Christmas Assistance
The Salvation Army Angel Tree program is a need-based program for children ages 0 to 12 years old in Gainesville and Alachua County.
With the help of numerous business partners and generous members of our community, The Salvation Army provides gifts to hundreds of children each year.
REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES:
Check back September 2019
LOCATION:
Check back September 2019
Required documents to apply:
1. Valid Photo ID(Driver’s License, Passport, ID Card)
2. Proof of Current Address(the document must have the name of the parent/guardian on it)
- Utility bill from August or September OR
- A copy of your current lease OR
- Your child’s school enrollment letter for the 2017-2018-year
3. Social Security cards for parent/guardian and children(to avoid duplication)
4. Birth Certificate for each child (to verify ages)
5. Official custody or guardianship papers if the applicant is not the biological parent
6. Proof of Income– All documents must be current:
- Food stamp award letter (cards will not be accepted) OR If you do not receive Food Stamps, then you must bring in the following: Pay Stubs, Utility Assistance, TANF letter, SSI disability, Child Support (must have letters showing exact amounts for all above)
- We need proof of income for all adults living in the house.
7. Proof of all Expenses – ONLY if you do not receive Food Stamps
8. Clothing and shoe sizes for each child
Please note: When you register your child, you will be asked for 3 gift suggestions valuing $50 or less. The Salvation Army does not guarantee the quantity or quality of gifts you may receive; all gifts are given through the generosity of people in our community.
Corporate/Group Angel Tree Program
Greetings!
You and your company and/or group are invited to experience the joy of Christmas giving this season by being a part of our Corporate & Group Christmas Angel Tree Program.
Because we serve almost 500 kids in Gainesville and Alachua County area through our Angel Tree programming, we must begin early!
Participation in the Angel Tree Program is simple…
- Request the number of Angels you would like to have available for adoption by your team members/coworkers (online form available below).
- Pick up Angel Tags from The Salvation Army
- Display the Angel Tags so coworkers/team members can select and adopt an Angel.
- Coworkers/Team Members shop for gifts for their Adopted Angel(s).
- Collect gifts from coworkers/team members in time for delivery to our Christmas Joy Center.
Thank you for your support of the underprivileged children in our community! Please check back on September 2019
Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for considering becoming a volunteer with at The Salvation Army in Gainesville, Florida.
Please take a few minutes to complete our Volunteer Questionnaire.
You will be contacted by our Volunteer Coordinator if there is a position that matches your interests, skills, and availability.
Once again thank you for choosing us!
Whether you're a student, recently graduated from college, between careers, or simply have time on your hands, there’s plenty to do and people who need your help.
Please complete the form below.
Court Ordered Community Service
Court Ordered Community Service:
The Salvation Army of Gainesville/Alachua County accepts Court Ordered Community Service on a case by case basis.
We are unable to accept:
- Felony Charges
- Violent offenses, including but not limited to: battery, assault, and crimes committed with weapons.
- Minors needing to complete Court Ordered Community Service.
Important: We reserve the right to deny anyone from our program.
You’ll need to bring for your appointment,
*Copy of your Court Ordered Community Service Form.
*An unexpired government-issued photo identification.
If you meet the requirements our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you.
To start the process for Court Ordered Community Service complete the form below.
Family Store Information
Our Store Hours:
Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
We’re located at:
55 NW 23rd Ave. Gainesville, FL. 32609
Donation Drop-off Information:
Donated goods can be dropped off at our Donation Center
Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00AM to 4:30PM (open weather permitting).
For more information, please visit us at our Donation Drop-Off Page
Donation Pick-Up Request Information:
Due to limited staff resources, we are unable to pickup any items until further notice. We appreciate your support and apologize for any inconvenience.
Donation Pick Up Request
Donation Pick-up Information:
Our Truck runs from Wednesday through Saturday.
We offer a pick-up service for large items that you cannot easily transport to us.
Please remember that all donations must be in good and working condition whether new or gently used.
Please fill out the form below with details of your donation, and we will contact you to schedule a pick-up.
We offer Free Pick-up for large furniture and large appliances (clothes, shoes, household items, and other small items would need to be a drop-off at our Donation Center).
Unfortunately, we can’t accept all donated goods. This decision is based on the cost of collecting and processing our donations and, accordingly with the guidelines we must follow.
It’s very important for us to share with you why we can’t accept them and to provide you with a list including some of the most common items we must turn away. Therefore, before submitting a request for a Donation Pick-up please read below.
Why our store can’t accept all donations?
The Salvation Army understands that it can be frustrating for you to bring your items to our store, only to discover that we cannot accept it. Please, rest assured that The Salvation Army is not trying to ruin your day.
We have strict rules to follow. Oftentimes, federal inspectors stop by our stores to make sure we aren’t selling donated items that are hazardous, have been recalled, or violate a long list of other government rules concerning the reselling of used goods.
Also, if we accept items that we’re not allowed to sell or we can’t sell, the store must pay a fee to dispose of it.
Thankfully, the list of items that our store accept is much longer than the list of items we don't.
Here are some of the most common items we must turn away:
*Furniture with rips, missing pieces, deep scratches, broken pieces, stains, odors or pet hair
*Appliances older than 5 years and built-in appliances such as ovens and dishwashers
*Appliances that are not in working condition
*Stained Mattresses and box springs
*Baby items such as car seats and high chairs (baby clothes are accepted and in great need)
*Tube, console, projection TVs, TVs older than 5 years (we only accept Flat Screen TVs)
*Copy machine, Fax
*Gas stove, Gas Dryer
*Paint, Chemicals
*Oil lamps
*Hospital beds
*Water bed
*Water Heater
*Pipe Organ, Pipe Church or any kind of Organ (we accept Pianos in some rare occasions)
Benefits of donating to The Salvation Army:
In addition to helping your community, your donations are tax-deductible.
To help you determine the approximate tax-deductible value of some of the more commonly donated items please see our
Donation Value Guide. It includes low and high estimates.
Please choose a value within this range that reflects your item’s relative age and quality.
The Salvation Army does not set a valuation on your donation.
It’s up to you to assign a value to your item.
For professional advice, please consult your tax advisor.
Questions:
Please call 352-376-1743 ext.7203
Important Notes:
Please fill out the form below with details of your donation, and we will contact you to schedule a
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