Volunteer
Together, we can do the most good in Pulaski County. Check out all the ways to volunteer with us below.
Bell Ringing
The ringing of The Salvation Army bell is not just a sound of a bell…it’s the sound of help, hope, and comfort to our neighbors when they need it most. Every penny, nickel, dime, quarter, and dollar collected in our community supports local Salvation Army programs. By helping raise funds through a Red Kettle, you’re a neighbor helping your neighbors.
Why Bell Ringing?
Did you know that donating 2 hours of your priceless time generates $60-70 and provides 30-40% of funds needed for our local service unit to continue important work meeting emergency needs.
The Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign has been a Christmas tradition since 1891. Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee set out a kettle to raise funds to feed the hungry in San Francisco. Now, The Salvation Army and Red Kettles can be found all over the world.
Many of our faithful bell ringers get creative – dressing up in costume or crazy sweaters, or singing Christmas Carols, with friends, family, or co-workers.
Sign up for Bell Ringing
We have bell ringing opportunities throughout the holiday season in Waynesville, St. Robert, Richland, and Dixon Click the sign-up button below to access the calendar and schedule your time. For Crocker, please click the contact button below.
Join a Team
Looking to serve with us throughout the year? Check our teams below and see where you might fit. Commitments range from a few hours a year to a few hours a month.
Fundraising
Encompasses all aspects of current fundraising: Bellringing, Small kettles, grants & applications, personal contacts, and mailings.
Finance & Budget
Analyze & propose annual budget to the board. Work closely w/Benevolence Team & Caseworkers to determine best use of available funds.
Benevolence
All areas of ministry are included under this team umbrella: group & nursing homes Christmas gifts, supplemental school children food programs, Genesis House, Christmas food baskets, Emergency Assistance casework. Needs assessment is a primary function of this team.
Gratitude
Establish events, individual recognition or simple gestures of thanks to those contributing to the cause of "Doing the Most Good" through the Pulaski County Salvation Army.
Board Development
Work to recruit board & team members who have the heart to serve our community through the Pulaski County Salvation Army organization. They also will select the Honorary Chairperson for the Tree of Lights fundraising campaign each year.
Media/Public Relations
Establishes relationships with local media seeking opportunities & most effective methods to promote Pulaski County Salvation Army throughout the year, but especially during the fundraising season.
Emergency Disaster Relief
Salvation Army EDS is one of the nation’s largest disaster services agencies, providing relief to millions of survivors and first responders annually.
From small local disasters to the largest hurricanes, Salvation Army EDS responds with immediate relief such as feeding, financial assistance, distribution of emergency supplies, and emotional spiritual care.
And often the EDS effort continues with long-term recovery assistance with trained caseworkers.
A small portion of local donations are allocated for disaster response at the local, regional and national levels. Sometimes these funds return to Pulaski County when we have a local disaster.
Ready to join the EDS team?
We are currently looking for volunteers to join our local EDS team. This involves going through several weeks of training with the Salvation Army to get your EDS Credentials. Once becoming credentialed, you may be contacted to serve locally and/or across the country. Click below to call Bill Grier, our EDS team leader, to learn more and get signed up for training!
Businesses, Churches & Organizations
Is your business, church or organization looking for ways to support Pulaski County Salvation Army as a group or through other means? Fill out the contact form or give us a call and let’s find the best fit for you.