Salvation army

Salvation Army hosting virtual pet kettle fundraiser

It’s a battle between two furry friends as the Salvation Army Mississippi Gulf Coast is hosting their virtual Pet Kettle Fundraiser. The area commanders have their dog Maribelle going against their cat Sarah and you can donate…

Salvation Army preparing for Hurricane Delta

The Salvation Army is preparing to respond to Hurricane Delta, if need be. Preparations began earlier this week as the Salvation Army has placed disaster relief equipment and personnel on standby. Mississippi Gulf Coast Area Commander Major Bradley Caldwell says…

Salvation Army helps Hurricane Laura victims

Our Gulf Coast Salvation Army is getting ready to head west to help out Hurricane Laura victims. Trucks are being prepared as several people with the local Salvation Army are loading up and preparing to roll out and render help…

Hurricane Laura Relief Effort

Our viewers can help TODAY by donating to The Salvation Army Hurricane Laura Relief. Online at give.helpsalvationarmy.org "As Hurricane Laura menaces the U.S. Gulf Coast, Salvation Army disaster teams are mobilizing to provide food, drinks, emotional & spiritual care and…

Salvation Army Kroc Center reopened Monday

People on the Gulf Coast were looking to shake the quarantine pounds off at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Residents were excited to get back into their exercise routine with the reopening of the facility. Members are allowed to work…

Salvation Army Kroc Center prepares to reopen

The Salvation Army Kroc Center is looking forward to reopening in a phased and safe manner. After meeting with Biloxi Mayor Gilich and sharing plans of a phased reopening, the facility will open on Monday, May 18th. Members will be…

National Salvation Army Week kicks off

Today marks the start of National Salvation Army Week and especially at this time it is a way for the Salvation Army on the Coast to celebrate the people who make it happen. Here on the Gulf Coast, the Salvation…

Salvation Army Family Store to reopen Thursday

The Salvation Army is reengaging active public services after having to shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Salvation Army is reopening their family stores in Gulfport and Lucedale Thursday. These stores are not only a great way to…

Salvation Army meal pick-up Sunday in Biloxi

On Sunday, March 22nd from noon to 2 p.m., lunches will be provided for seniors at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi as a drive-thru service. As more funding and resources become available the Salvation Army Mississippi Gulf Coast…

Learning new creative skills at the Kroc Center

Gulf Coast kids will have the chance to master a creative skill over a 13 week period. The Salvation Army is kicking off their creative arts academies. These courses allow children eight years and up the chance to learn skills…

‘Mommy Son Night’ at the Salvation Army

This weekend in Biloxi, mothers will have the chance to spend some quality time with their sons. The ‘Mommy Son Game Night’ is back again at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Moms will get to spend the night playing all…

‘The Bridge’ ribbon cutting

The Salvation Army unveiled a new space today for people to participate in community engagement. ‘The Bridge’ is located in the building that once housed Mary’s Drive In on Division Street, just across the street from the Kroc Center. Central…

‘Help Cards’ are changing lives on the Coast

For many, panhandling is a full time job that actually pays pretty well. According to officials, we see many ‘professional panhandlers’ on the Coast. It’s often hard to turn someone down when they ask you for money on the street.…

Shelter from the elements

The Salvation Army in Gulfport is lending a helping hand to those in need as temperatures dip below freezing. The cold weather shelter located on 22nd Street and open to everyone with a valid picture ID. The shelter opened at…

'Close the Gap' Campaign at Salvation Army

The numbers are in and for the Gulf Coast Salvation Army they aren’t seeing the funds they hope for from their Red Kettle Campaign. In fact, they are facing a deficit of about $66,000. They think this is due in…