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Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission at The Salvation Army is a simple one: to meet human need in His (Christ) name, without discrimination.
As a faith-based social services provider, The Salvation Army is uniquely suited to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual elements of poverty for individuals and families, serving South Pinellas County/Greater St. Petersburg since 1912.
In 2018, The Salvation Army served more than 34,000 men, women and children providing 210,204 meals and 107,658 nights of shelter in our community.
During the holidays we shared 5,544 gifts to children in need and throughout the year distributed 4,358 bags of food for families struggling to make ends meet.
Together staff, donors and volunteers are Doing the Most Good.
Our Local Leadership
Advisory Board
Careers
Worship Opportunities
Welcome to the St Petersburg Citadel Corps
(Worship Center)
We are glad you are here. Among our pages you will find helpful information on who we are and what we do here in the southern Pinellas County community as well as in Florida, in the United States and around the world.
Our Corps (worship center) is a place that is full of activity. We offer many different types of programs throughout the year and we are certian we can help you find something of interest to you.
On Sunday morning and evening we conduct worship services that are open to the public where we have a great time of singing, Bible reading, and preaching. We are a holiness based church that is eager to reach out to the lost of our community and invite them to join with us as we strive to live our lives for Jesus.
We offer a variety of programs geared toward men, women, children, senior citizens, and the greater community at large. Some of the programs are designed to help build character in our youth as they grow up in a day and age that constantly challenges them and their faith. We also offer programs for men and women that provide fellowship, education, food and fun. Theses groups are always looking for new people to join them for fellowship.
Our Ministry Team is led by Captains Patrick and Jennifer Jones. The Jones served Texas and Virginia before coming to St. Petersburg, ministering and providing God’s love to others in practical ways – offering a cup of coffee, teaching the scripture, praying for the needs of the community and listening to the Lord’s leading. They would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and share with you the vision they have for ministry here in St. Petersburg as well as to introduce you to the many programs we offer.
If you do not have a church home we invite you to join us for worship:
- Sunday School – Sunday 9:30 am
- Holiness Meeting (Worship Service) – Sunday 10:45 am
- Salvation Meeting – calendar varies – call 727-323-2222 for update
- Youth Character Building Activities – Tuesday 5 pm
- Weekly Bible Studies – Wednesday 5:30 pm
Our address: Salvation Army St. Petersburg FL Citadel Corps
3800 9th Ave N St Petersburg, FL 33713 [Map]
Emergency Social Services
Children’s Services
Adult Rehabilitation Center
Christmas Assistance
Everyday Volunteer Opportunities
Children’s Services
Sallie House – Children’s Village
Volunteers are needed at our foster care emergency group home and foster care homes to assist children with homework, help staff with cleaning, accompany the staff and children on outings and organize fun activities for the children.
ONE-STOP RESOURCE AND OUTREACH CENTER
Help with programs and services targeting the prevention of new homelessness and increase services available to all. The One-Stop needs volunteers to help with computer training, job searches, resume writing and interview coaching. Open 9 AM – 12 PM Monday through Friday.
EMERGENCY DISASTER SERVICES
Response and recovery services include, but are not limited to: mobile feeding, congregate feeding, distribution centers, spiritual counseling and financial assistance. Needs are in national and international locations. Local volunteers are needed to respond to multiple alarm fires to provide assistance to city and county responders and to assist with local disaster recovery.
To learn more or to register as a disaster volunteer please visit: http://disaster.salvationarmyusa.org/
GROUP OPPORTUNITIES
Everyday there are opportunities for large group (corporate, civic, church and school) to partner with The Salvation Army to provide basic needs, support and hope to those in need in our community.
Red Shield Lodge Homeless Shelter / Community Kitchen
The Salvation Army Red Shield Lodge serves men, women and children in a 110 bed emergency shelter. Each day The Salvation Army serves nearly more than 200 meals a day to individuals and families in need of lunch and dinner.
Stock our Shelves:
Volunteer to organize, sort and fill grocery bags for individuals and families in need of food assistance.
Volunteers needed: 9am to 12pm – Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Serve Meals:
Help prepare, serve and clean-up while sharing a smile with individuals and families in the community dining room.
Volunteers needed: Lunch 9am – 1pm; Dinner 2pm – 6pm; 7 days a week
Cafe Assistance:
Help serve coffee and snack while providing encouragement to homeless and at-risk individuals.
Volunteers needed: 9am to 12pm – Monday – Friday
Volunteer Drives:
- Adult Toiletry Kits: soap, lotion, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, comb, brush, hair accessories, feminine hygiene products, manicure set, deodorant, disposable razors.
- Laundry detergent and cleaning supplies.
- Children and infants: disposable diapers, pull-ups, bottles, pacifier, baby food and formula.
- General supplies: sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, washcloths, school supplies.
- Food: Non-perishable food items – canned vegetables, fruit and meat, peanut butter, mac n cheese, ect.
For more information about volunteer opportunities
Call Ron George at The Salvation Army 727-550-8080 ext 328
or email Ronald.George@uss.salvationarmy.org
Holiday Volunteer Opportunities
Donations
Monetary Donations
MAIL DONATION TO:
The Salvation Army
340 14th Avenue S | St Petersburg, FL 33713
Your faith in our efforts and commitment to Greater St. Petersburg make it possible for us to achieve our mission. Your gifts of prayer and financial support are an investment – an investment that will be repaid many times over by the thousands of lives changed each year.
Donate Food
Here is a brief list of items that are needed to give out to residents of St. Petersburg that come to The Salvation Army for help.
Help us provide food for our food pantry by collecting non-perishable goods throughout the year!
Donations can be dropped off Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Donate Goods
Schedule A Pick Up
Find a Drop Off Location
Our Adult Rehabilitation Centers are funded by your donated goods.
Matching Gifts
Interested in MAXIMIZING your IMPACT? Perhaps even doubling or tripling your gift to The Salvation Army?
To those who want to positively affect their world, The Salvation Army is the charity that maximizes contributions.
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions made by their employees. To find out if your company will match your gift, please CLICK HERE.
Once you verify your company will match your donation, contact your Human Resources or Community Affairs Department to complete the matching gift process!
82 cents of every dollar donated provides direct services to the less fortunate in our community.
Planned Giving
Our neighborhoods and cities thrive in part because of a pervading generosity. Indeed, the work of THE SALVATION ARMY depends on private individual expressions of support that come our way in countless forms.
Americans continually set new records for charitable support.
In fact there are many ways that you can make a gift. The most common is by simply writing a check or giving cash. Many of these same individuals and families plan today for a gift that comes in the form of a bequest articulated in the Last Will and Testament.
But there are a number of other ways that friends provide critical support to The Salvation Army. Often the way that a gift is made can have dramatic impact on helping to meet the long and short-term objectives of a donor.
Almost every gift to a qualified charitable organization comes with certain tax benefits, thanks to our government's ongoing encouragement of the private support of charities. However, in many situations it is possible to receive more than just a charitable income tax deduction.
Indeed, certain ways of giving make it possible to bypass capital gains taxes on appreciated assets, significantly reduce estate taxes, and even establish a whole new source of income for yourself and your family.
The professionals in our Office of Planned Giving have been trained to help match your gift with your objectives. They'll provide you with no obligation, confidential information that will ensure that your gift - whether cash, insurance, stock, property or a gift in trust - is timed to meet your objectives and deliver maximum value.
Your support is greatly appreciated and we are available to provide you with information and assistance in this important matter. If you need wording to include The Salvation Army in your estate plans, creating a life income for you and your loved ones, or in updating or creating your estate plans, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact Us
Can‘t find what you’re looking for?
Call us at 727-550-8080
Media Contact:
Randi-lyn Farrell at 727-550-8080 x 330
Randi-lyn.Farrell@uss.salvationarmy.org
Our Officers:
Lt. Colonels Gary W. and Suzanne H. Haupt
St. Petersburg Area Commanders
Captains W. Patrick and Jennifer Jones
Corps Officers
Chaplain Jay Deaton
Social Services
Our Address:
The Salvation Army
St. Petersburg Area Command
727-550-8080
340 14th Ave S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Social Services
727-822-4954
1400 4th St S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
St. Petersburg Citadel Corps
727-323-2222
3800 9th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33713
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Kettle Krush 5K
4th Annual Kettle Krush 5K/1Mile Fun Run
November 9, 2019
The 4th Annual Kettle Krush 5K/1Mile Fun Run is a community fundraising event for The Salvation Army and for the men, women and children who lives will be changed.
With your support, The Salvation Army is krushing hunger and homelessness and offering hope and a fresh start to families right here in our community. When you see, the iconic Salvation Army RED KETTLES during the holidays remember by being a part of the 4th Annual Kettle Krush 5K/1Mile Fun Run you too are krushing hunger and homelessness in our community. #KettleKrush
REGISTER TODAY: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
When & where is the 4th Annual Kettle Krush 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk?
Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019
Albert Whitted Park
480 Bayshore Dr. SE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
What is the race day timeline?
6:30 am Day of Pre-Registered Bib Pick-Up & Day of Registration Opens
7:30 am Pre-Race Announcements
8:00 am 5K Starts
8:10 am 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Starts
9:00 am Awards
What is the price of the race and is it timed?
The 5K is chip timed; the 1-mile fun run/walk is not chip timed.
5K: $25 until midnight 6/30/19; $30 7/1/19– 9/30/19; $35 1-/1/19 until midnight 11/8/19; $40 race day
1-mile walk/run – $20 until midnight 11/8/19; $25 race day
What is included in the participant registration price?
Chip timed numbered bib (5K); non-chip timed bib (1 mile)
A dri-fit shirt—5K only—guaranteed if registered by 10/25/19
NOTE: Shirts are not guaranteed if registering after 10/25/19
Finisher medal for all participants in the 5K & 1 Mile
Are there Awards?
Awards presented to Overall 1st place M/F and to Overall 1st place M/F youth (ages 9 & under)
1st place only M/F awards as follows: 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
How do I register for the Kettle Krush 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk?
All registrations must be completed on-line at: (RunSignUp link will be published soon)
Can I pick up someone else’s race bib or can someone pick up mine?
Yes, you can pick up for others, however, you must bring a copy of that person’s registration confirmation or photo ID
Where do I park on race day?
Parking is not available in Albert Whitted Park due to race staging.
We suggest using the City of St. Petersburg street parking and parking garages near Albert Whitted Park.
Parking fees will apply.
Is gear-check available race morning?
Gear check/hold is not available on race day.
Are bicycles, rollerblades, scooters, wheeled shoes or other wheeled transportation allowed in the race?
For safety reasons, except for participants pushing a baby stroller/jogger, no wheeled vehicles including but not limited to scooters, rollerblades, rolling shoes and bicycles are allowed on the race course. Participants pushing a baby stroller/jogger will line up in a designated start corral.
Are dogs allowed at the race?
Yes. For safety reasons, dogs must be on a non-retractable leash not to exceed 6’.
Owners must clean up after them and will line up in a designated start corral.
Do you need volunteers and how can they sign up?
YES, we always need volunteers! Volunteer tasks & times are on the race registration site at:
(RunSignUp link will be included here)
Where can I find 5K & 8K race results?
Results will be available on-site following the race and a link to results will be emailed to all valid email addresses post-race.
This event is designed to provide equal opportunity for enjoyment by all participants. If you would like to request any particular aids or services pursuant to disability laws, please contact the event planner at (727-550-8080) or City of St Petersburg Community Affairs Division at (727) 893-7345 or (727) 892-5259 TDD/TTY.
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