Salvation Army of Elgin provides support to families in need with toys and food
Lauren Williams believes that we all need a little support now and then. For her, it was five years ago with a small child and no job.
"It was during that Christmas season I realized I wouldn't be able to provide for my child," states Williams tearfully, "so The Salvation Army provided toys and food for my family."
Now Lauren has a job as the team manager with Natalee Dismuke, Realtor, at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate and she is volunteering at The Salvation Army Elgin Corps.
"Giving back is my way of saying 'thank you' to The Salvation Army for being there for me when I needed that little help in life," states Williams.
Last year, Lauren and Natalee joined The Salvation Army Advisory Board and are actively involved in volunteering on committees in support of the Elgin corps as well as every Friday morning helping with food distribution. They are big promoters through social media of the program and services The Salvation Army Elgin Corps, and this Christmas they were able to engage the Realtors Association of the Fox Valley as supporters of the Angel Tree program.
"We are grateful to Lauren and Natalee for wanting to be involved with The Salvation Army Elgin Corps," states Captain Xavier Montenegro, Corps Officer. "And for promoting the mission and ministry of our organization through their own volunteerism."
• Volunteer bellringers are needed. Volunteers are crucial to the success of the Red Kettle Campaign and The Salvation Army Elgin Corps is asking the community for their help until Saturday, Dec. 23. Individuals, businesses, service clubs, churches and families are invited to register for bellringing shifts either online at www.registertoring.com or call (847) 741-2304 for more information.
• Virtual Kettle. Consider creating a virtual red kettle online in support of The Salvation Army Elgin Corps by selecting your cause and promoting through emails and social media. Signup at www.redkettlereason.com.
• Text to Give. Text ELGIN to 41444 to donate $10 or more to The Salvation Army. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to 41444 to stop; Text HELP to 41444 for help.
• Give Online. Donate online at www.salarmyelgin.org
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The Salvation Army has served the Elgin community for over 100 years of dedicated service. The Elgin Corps provides basic human needs such as food, clothing, toiletries, as well as and case management, financial, and spiritual assistance to those in need. The Elgin Corps is located in at 316 S. Douglas Ave and is part of The Salvation Army Metropolitan Division.