Holiday Assistance Programs

Every Child Deserves a Special Thanksgiving and Christmas, but in reality, millions of children in America will go without Christmas gifts because their parents can't afford them. The need is greater than ever before. In light of COVID-19, The Salvation Army has adapted its services to ensure that children in every community can receive the new clothes, toys and food they deserve this season.

The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida is committed to serving nearly 5,000 local children with Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance. We provide every year Thanksgiving food baskets and new toys and clothes to struggling families.

Thanksgiving Grocery Bags

Families who meet the qualifying criteria will receive groceries for a typical Thanksgiving meal based on family size. See below for dates/times for submitting your application.

Want to volunteer at our Thanksgiving distribution or help register applicants for this assistance? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity.

Angel Tree Christmas Assistance Program

The Angel Tree program provides Christmas assistance for children ages 12 years and younger. The Angel Tree bags include new toys, clothes and a stocking to be distributed to pre-qualified families only. To receive Christmas assistance, you must meet the criteria and apply. See below for dates/times for submitting your application.

Want to volunteer in our Toy Shop or help applicants apply for this assistance? Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity.

ONLINE Application Dates & Times:
Please make sure you meet the income criteria and provide the required documents listed below.

Thanksgiving Assistance and Angel Tree Application Dates

Duval, St. Johns and Clay County Dates:
September 28, 2020 to October 9, 2020
Apply here: https://www.saangeltree.org/

Please provide the following documentation. Applicants may apply for Thanksgiving assistance, Angel Tree program assistance, or both.

• Picture I.D. for all adults in the household.
• Social Security cards for all household members (including adults)
• Birth certificates for all children (age 18 and under). Or legal proof of custody.
• Verification of all applicable household earned and unearned income sources which may include your last 3 consecutive pay stubs, SSI/SSDI award letter, TANF, SNAP, and/or verification of current unemployment benefits.
• A self-employed individual must provide completed tax returns from the previous year.
• Verification of all household expenses: utility bill with service address, car insurance, car note, utility allowance, medical bills, etc.
• Proof of residency: lease, deed, or mortgage statement If you are living with family/friends and you are not on the lease, you must still meet the qualifying income criteria, and present a notarized letter from the person on the lease that states the named individuals living with them (include address and rent charged, if any)
• Also, you must provide incoming mail to verify the address, if utility bill cannot be attained.

Misdemeanor Program

The Salvation Army has been operating the Misdemeanor Program in Duval County since 1975. The Salvation Army Correctional Services is fulfilling its mission to provide for those in need, including those in conflict with the legal system by effectively managing programs that rebuild lives. Our Correctional Services program utilizes the programs within our network to help provide a more holistic approach to the client, including short-term housing, food vouchers, rent subsidies, utility assistance, holiday program, clothing, furniture, prescriptions, employment and transportation.

The Salvation Army Correctional Services program operates at no cost to taxpayers and averages between $200,000-$250,000 in restitution payments to victims each year.

Creating Productive Citizens

The men and women who have been court-ordered to report to Salvation Army Correctional Services case counselors must keep regularly scheduled appointments for a period of three to twelve months to discuss their probation cases and their living and employment situations as a condition of their probation.

Probation clients must frequently perform community service hours as well, and Salvation Army counselors help clients meet that requirement through referrals to non-profit organizations that accept community service clients. Our probation counselors also monitor clients who are under “house arrest”, and implement impoundment of DUI vehicles.

Clients may be on probation for any of a number of non-felony offenses, from driving under the influence to issuing bad checks. In addition to paying a monthly fee for the cost of supervising their cases, clients may also be required to pay restitution to The Salvation Army on behalf of their victims. The Salvation Army Correctional Services case manager is trained in techniques that ensure contact with the client therefore creating a positive mentoring relationship. This relationship quite often extends past the completion of probation providing the client with a continued resource in the community. It is our goal to teach our clients to become a productive members of the community.

Batterer’s Intervention for Men and Women and Anger Management Program

Another component of The Salvation Army’s Correctional Services program is our Batterer’s Intervention Program, a 26-week curriculum serving men and women who have been court-ordered to complete the program as a result of a conviction for domestic violence. A weekly two-hour educational class helps clients to understand their need to replace existing power and control behaviors inflicted on their victims with appropriate, nonviolent behaviors that promote equality in their relationships. Successful completion of the program not only fosters a safer environment for family members, but it also nurtures stronger relationships and contributes to a healthier self esteem for offenders and a safer community. For more information, call 904-301-4820. The Salvation Army’s Anger Management Program is another time-tested program designed to help men and women by teaching them specific techniques and skills to improve their ability to cope with anger. The eight-hour curriculum, conducted in Clay and  Duval Counties, serves clients who are court ordered to complete the course as a condition of their probation. For more information, call 904-301-4802.

The Salvation Army not only provides services that address tangible needs, we are also a Christian church, standing ready to serve your spirit as well. Weekly worship services are open to everyone and built upon the love, grace and forgiveness of God through the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. Whether you already know the love of Christ, or you want to discover His transforming presence, please join us for the weekly church service near you.

Welcome to Yesha Salvation Army! We are located at The Salvation Army Jacksonville Citadel Corps. Our mission is to teach Olympic sanctioned and traditional Taekwondo in a fun, energized, and disciplined environment. All ages and demographics are welcome to participate. We combine adults, teenagers, and younger children to create a family environment and atmosphere.
We have been blessed with a large, clean facility, great staff, and faculty. Our instructors are knowledgeable black belts with a passion for preserving the fruits of martial arts while nourishing the grass roots of the Christian faith and ministry. You will always be challenged mentally and physically each class and we strive to push and grow our students.

Classes are now being offered FREE for anyone in the community.

Good Deeds and Good Deals

The Salvation Army Family Store supports our many outreach programs by turning reusable goods into much needed funding. Proceeds generated by Family Store sales are used to give tangible assistance and offer hope to First Coast residents.

Because our stores are fully operated by The Salvation Army, the proceeds go directly into our charitable work. In fact, every dollar generated by our Family Thrift Stores is used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers. These centers help over 60,000 people work through various life issues each year, ultimately working to assist them in rejoining their communities as productive members. Additionally, our stores provide thousands of employment opportunities for the general public and work therapy opportunities for people in rehabilitation to learn valuable vocational skills and regain their self-esteem.

We do not solicit government funding for this program. The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center rehabilitative ministry is made possible through the generosity of individuals, organizations, and businesses who donate goods that can be sold in our family thrift stores and provide services that are made available to the participants of our programs.

For donation pick-up, call 1-800-SA-TRUCK.

Donation Pick-Up Service

If you’re clearing out your clutter and don’t have a way to transport the furniture you’d like to donate, no problem! We can pick up your large furniture donation anytime from 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, depending on your location.

ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE

Family Stores & Drop-Off Donation Centers

Southside/Arlington

Salvation Army Family Store /Donation Ctr.
10900 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 645-3919
Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Salvation Army Family Store/Donation Center
9119 Merrill Road
Jacksonville, FL 32225
(904) 743-2725
Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Northside

Salvation Army Family Store/Donation Drop-off
10696 Lem Turner Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904) 765-8559
Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Mandarin

Donation Center

11250 Old St. Augustine Road
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 260-3645
Mon, Tues, Thurs. Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat. 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Westside

Donation Center
5209-5211 Timuquana Road
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 771-1470
Mon, Tues, Thurs. Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat. 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Clay County/Orange Park

Salvation Army Family Store/Donation Drop-off
2221 County Road 220
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 278-7918
Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

St. Johns County/Ponte Vedra

Donation Center
276 Solana Road
Ponte Vedra Bch., FL 32082
(904) 280-4252
Mon, Tues, Thurs. Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat. 9:00AM-5:30PM

William Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army, dedicated his life to helping people. He had a special place in his heart for the destitute and the downtrodden. There are people in our community who share his love for those who struggle and who carry out his mission today. The William Booth Society is The Salvation Army's most prestigious donor organization. Members are leaders who cause positive changes in their community by allowing their compassion to compel them to action.

Why is the William Booth Society important?

The counterparts of today's members of the William Booth Society were active over a century ago in England. From the earliest years of The Salvation Army, many public and private individuals of rank - members of Parliament, clergymen, business leaders - backed Booth's social service programs with major gifts. They supported Booth in his efforts to fight against poverty and to fight for ways to help the poor help themselves to a better life.

A nationwide struggle with old and new social problems is waged daily thought a network of programs in Salvation Army social service centers and corps community centers. But Salvation Army leaders must constantly devise new approaches and strategies to meet changing realities. In these initiatives especially, the contributions of members of the William Booth Society are indispensable. Their sustaining gifts to The Salvation Army often create breakthroughs in whole problem areas, as well as affect meaningful improvements in the lives of families and individuals.

Being a member of the William Booth Society is an outward symbol of an inner commitment to help people in their hour of need. All funds are used in the community where they are given.

How do I become a member?

Members of the William Booth Society contribute $5,000 annually to The Salvation Army. Memberships are renewed annually through the donor's continued demonstration of support. To become a member, simply donate at least $5,000 and you will be enrolled in the Society automatically. You can also contact Robert Devers at 904-301-4867 to coordinate your enrollment.

What are the criteria for giving?

• The gift is annual
• The gift may be either remitted in full or pledged and paid in increments throughout the year.
• This gift may be from an individual, foundation, corporation, or organization.

For more information about the William Booth Society, contact Robert Devers at

904-301-4867or Robert_devers@uss.salvationarmy.org

Cornelius Walton was born in Vicksburg, MS. He was raised by both biological parents throughout his life. He is the fifth out of six boys that his mother birthed. He was introduced to The Salvation Army by his aunt in 2005. He is a 1^st Generation Salvation Army Officer. The summer of 2005 at Camp Hidden Lake, he gave his life to the Lord at the age of 10 years old. In 2012, he was called by God to do His will through the Salvation Army as an Officer and Leader within The Salvation Army. After graduating Warren Central High School in 2014, he went to Hinds Community College and graduated in 2017 with an AA in Fine Arts/General Studies. In 2017, he entered the School for Officers Training in Atlanta, GA and spent 2 years learning more about God, the mission, and himself. He was commissioned in 2019 and appointed in Fort Lauderdale, FL as the Associate Corps Officer.

Noldine Walton is the second out of four girls. She was born in Haiti but raised and lived in West Palm Beach for the last 13 years. Her family moved to the United States when she was just 9 years old. Noldine and her mother moved to a new place, a new language, and a new country to be re-united with her father. It was a hard transition and she couldn’t see it then, but God was preparing her for a season in her life as an officer. She is a 1^st Generation Salvation Army Officer. She was commissioned in June of 2018; She served her first two years in Naples, FL as the Associate Corps Officer with the Bridges. She says about her calling that, “It has been an amazing experience learning and truly having fun in what God called me to do.”

Their paths crossed one another at School for Officer’s Training in 2018 of February. They fell in love and got engaged in April 2019, then on June 15, 2020, they got married. They both found true love within each other because of the one they have a relationship within Christ. Noldine's favorite Scripture is: "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still" (Exodus 14:14 NIV). Cornelius's favorite Scripture is: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28 NIV). They are blessed to be vessels for the one who called them not to a place, but to people.

2795 CR 220
Middleburg, Florida 32068
(904) 276-6677

Captain Teresa Della Monica

Weekly Program Schedule

Sunday
Sunday School: 10:00 am- 11:00 am
Holiness Meeting: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wednesday
Men's and Women's Ministry: 6:30 pm

Thursday
Bible Study: 6:00 pm

Friday
Brunch Bunch: 9:30

For more information on joining the ministry of The Salvation Army of St Johns County or if you need assistance or know of someone who does, please contact Captain Teresa Della Monica, Corps Office and Pastor at teresa.della.monica@uss.salvationarmy.org, (904) 824-6956 ext. 4402

St. Augustine Social Services Office
1425 Old Dixie Highway
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-6956

The Salvation Army Hope House is operated under the leadership of Mary Moore, a longtime Nassau County resident, with an extensive social services background. Mary invites everyone to drop by and see the facility and learn about ways to become involved as a volunteer or donor.

Please visit us at:
410 South 9th Street
(corner of 9th and Date)
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 321-0435

The Salvation Army Hope House is dedicated to restoring those in need to a place of productivity and self-sufficiency- values that are necessary for a community to grow and prosper.

We offer a number of year-round services for those who need help:

Free Clothing & Emergency Food
Our free clothes closet and emergency food pantry are open Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1:30-3:30 pm for anyone in need. Clothing, linens & toiletries are provided by individuals, businesses, churches & clubs. Food is provided by individuals, grocery stores, restaurants, businesses, churches & an occasional grant.

Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is provided to qualified households through federal, state, local & private grants; & through individual donors. Availability & assistance levels vary based on program requirements. Some services are sponsored by the State of Florida Department of Children and Families. We administer on-going assistance programs for FPL and COFB. Our “Move That Mountain” Fund is designed to help working people successfully move through an unexpected crisis.

Emergency Travel & Gas
We remain the only agency or ministry in NE FL that routinely provides transportation assistance to families and individuals. In 2017, 214 families representing 451 individuals received gasoline, Registered & Transit vouchers, bus tickets & inner tubes helping them get to work, the doctor, obtain IDs, go home to far-away family & more. Funding is provided by private donors & occasional grants.

Weekly Worship Service
People from diverse backgrounds gather together here on Tuesdays at 12:00 Noon to worship the Lord, study His Word & to encourage, enjoy & learn from each other.

Community Service
Court appointed probationers may perform their required community service hours working in a place where we sow seeds of encouragement, vision & hope for a better future.

Soft Services
We provide telephone, computer, copier & fax services, giving clients without resources the tools they need to apply on-line for employment, check emails, communicate with governmental & assistance related agencies & fax out required documentation.

Get involved through sponsorship, donations, or volunteering

Camp Keystone
Each summer, up to 10 low-income Nassau children ages 7-12 experience 5 days of wonder, excitement and adventure at Camp Keystone, our Salvation Army camp in Keystone Heights.

Smart Start for School
Qualifying children from low-income families beam when they receive their school supplies & backpacks just in time for the first day of school. Local businesses, churches & individuals provided 97 age-specific backpacks & supplies for some of the neediest students in 2017.

Senior Angel Tree
In partnership with the Council on Aging, low-income seniors are not forgotten at Christmas. Churches, businesses, clubs & groups adopt one or more senior, & then purchase gifts & gift cards for them based on their “wish lists”, bringing them joy; providing them hope & raising their awareness that they are not forgotten. 183 Seniors were lavished in love in 2017 through this program.

We also serve as a host site for:

Interfaith Dinner Network (IDN)
We provide our facility to serve dinner to anyone who is hungry on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays 5:00-6:30 PM, excluding holidays.