What are the responsibilities and job description for the Encourage Salvation Army Housing Program Residents with a Greeting Card position at The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division?
The Salvation Army is serving more people in need and delivering the broadest array of services than any other not-for-profit organization in Chicagoland. The Salvation Army is making an impact every day in three key areas of critical importance and concern to people across Chicagoland -- Homelessness, Violence and Education. And, The Salvation Army is delivering the most critical services -- food, shelter, emergency assistance and disaster relief.
In communities throughout Chicago and the surrounding five-county area, we extend emergency and supportive assistance from 28 corps community centers, 80 service extension units, the Emergency Disaster Services Center, residential programs, mobile units, and several counseling sites.
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During difficult times, it’s easy to feel anxious and alone, especially for residents in our homeless shelter and senior housing. Receiving greeting cards in the mail brings a glimmer of hope and joy to their day, and lets them know they are being prayed for, cared about, and remembered.
I know these times can be tough, but you are tougher! I wanted to let you know I am thinking of and praying for you. I hope this card brightens your day! - Sally"
Send an encouraging message to one (or more) of the 58 residents at The Salvation Army’s Booth Manor Senior Residences! Cards can be mailed or delivered on-site Monday through Friday from 9 30a.m. - 2 00p.m.
Call Service Coordinator Natesha Newton at 312.243.7000 or 773.960.2643 to arrange drop-off.
Dear Friend
The Salvation Army Booth Manor Chicago
1500 W. Madison St
Chicago, IL 60607
HOMELESS SHELTER
Brighten the day of a family at Salvation Army homeless shelter Evangeline Booth Lodge! Cards can be mailed or delivered on-site Monday through Friday from 8 00 a.m. - 6 00 p.m. Call Martha Washington at 773.433.5720 to arrange drop off at the front desk.
Dear Friend
Evangeline Booth Lodge
800 W Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
Questions? Contact our Volunteer Department at 773.853.5331 or usc.nci.volunteer.shared@usc.salvationarmy.org.
If you would like to register as a volunteer with The Salvation Army, visit http //bttr.im/ypui5 to complete an application and sign up for this activity.
In communities throughout Chicago and the surrounding five-county area, we extend emergency and supportive assistance from 28 corps community centers, 80 service extension units, the Emergency Disaster Services Center, residential programs, mobile units, and several counseling sites.
,
During difficult times, it’s easy to feel anxious and alone, especially for residents in our homeless shelter and senior housing. Receiving greeting cards in the mail brings a glimmer of hope and joy to their day, and lets them know they are being prayed for, cared about, and remembered.
- Gather materials greeting cards (or paper), writing utensil (pen, colored pencil, crayon, etc.), any decorations, envelopes, stamps.
- Write an encouraging message, such as
I know these times can be tough, but you are tougher! I wanted to let you know I am thinking of and praying for you. I hope this card brightens your day! - Sally"
- Address the envelope(s) to one of our participating sites below.
- Mail your card(s)!
Send an encouraging message to one (or more) of the 58 residents at The Salvation Army’s Booth Manor Senior Residences! Cards can be mailed or delivered on-site Monday through Friday from 9 30a.m. - 2 00p.m.
Call Service Coordinator Natesha Newton at 312.243.7000 or 773.960.2643 to arrange drop-off.
Dear Friend
The Salvation Army Booth Manor Chicago
1500 W. Madison St
Chicago, IL 60607
HOMELESS SHELTER
Brighten the day of a family at Salvation Army homeless shelter Evangeline Booth Lodge! Cards can be mailed or delivered on-site Monday through Friday from 8 00 a.m. - 6 00 p.m. Call Martha Washington at 773.433.5720 to arrange drop off at the front desk.
Dear Friend
Evangeline Booth Lodge
800 W Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
Questions? Contact our Volunteer Department at 773.853.5331 or usc.nci.volunteer.shared@usc.salvationarmy.org.
If you would like to register as a volunteer with The Salvation Army, visit http //bttr.im/ypui5 to complete an application and sign up for this activity.
