ANNUAL APPRECATION DINNER HELD TO THANK VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTERS
On April 22nd at 6pm volunteers, supporters and Advisory Board members gathered at the Springfield Community Center for the Annual Appreciation Dinner. The theme was "Shining The Light of Salvation." The dinner included wonderful entertainment by Chris Godber on saxophone. www.chrisgodber.com
Chief David Barnes received a plaque for service as Chairman of the Advisory Board in 2008 and Commissioner Bill Dozier was introduced as the current Chairman. The Expressions Group from Panama City Christian Church shared a gospel arts presentation.
Awards presented included:
Red Kettle Awards
3rd Place - Port St. Joe Volunteers - $2,871.66
2nd Place - Grady Broxton (assisted by Mike Miller) - $6,992.55
1st Place - Steve Hudson/Hudson Yard Care Service - $9,511.64
Highest One-Day Total Bellringing Award - 6th Masonic District, Masters & Wardens- $4,855.74
Other Awards included:
Food Drive Awards Schools
3rd Place - Patronis Elementary School - 1,600 items
2nd Place - Tommy Smith Elementary - 3,200 items
1st Place - Hiland Park - 3,500 items
National Association of Letter Carriers
Bay Town Trolley
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2008
The Bay County Salvation Army's annual Volunteer of the Year Award is usually given to a deserving individual who is recognized for his or her outstanding service and volunteerism. This year, the recipient was an organization, Gulf Coast Medical Center.
Salvation Army Captain Dwayne Durham said, "We faced extraordinary challenges in 2008. Whenever we put out the call for help, Gulf Coast Medical Center responded quickly and in force. Their employees not only provided much needed financial resources, but they provided manpower as well. We want to let them know we recognize their commitment and sacrifice."
During the Salvation Army's recent banquet to honor volunteers, attendees learned Gulf Coast Medical Center employees helped resupply the food pantry; bought items for women in the Domestic Violence Shelter; bought Christmas gifts for children in the Angel Tree project; and served as bell ringers.
Hospital President and CEO Brian Baumgardner said, "It is a privilege to help the Salvation Army. The work they do touches the lives of thousands of people in our community every day. Through their services they give hope, shelter, and comfort to individuals and families. We are only a small part in the extraordinary work of the Salvation Army."
Captain Durham expressed sincere appreciation to The Panama City News Herald, Tommy Thomas Chevrolet and individual donors for a record-breaking $217,614 raised through the Empty Stocking Fund in 2008.
A Fashion Show featuring clothing purchased at the Thrift Store was emcee by Logan Kirksey of Sunny 98.5. Special guests of the evening were former Salvation Army Southern Territorial leaders Commissioners Raymond and Merlyn Cooper who presented a musical history of The Salvation Army. The evening ended with "I Am The Candle of The Lord", a slide presentation accompanied by a song of the same title written by Major Joy Webb that reminded attendees that we are light in a dark world.
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A new feature we have added this past year is the "Register To Ring" web-based volunteer bell-ringing scheduling tool. By clicking here you can, at your own leisure, look to see what times and locations are available for bellringing. In the Fall of 2009 we will be completing the bellringing schedule so that volunteers can register themselves to ring. Please check back then to register.
Thank you for giving. God Bless You!
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2601 Hwy. 77
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The Salvation Army
1824 W. 15th St., Panama City, FL 32401
Mail Address P.O. Box 540, 32402-0540
Phone (850) 769-5259
Fax (850) 769-5346
Serving Bay, Gulf, Holmes, Washington, &
Franklin Counties in Florida
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The Salvation Army is at work in these counties seeking to make a difference in thousands of lives. We pledge to do the most good with every resource given to us.
- Providing bags filled with groceries to feed hungry families.
- Paying a utility or house/rent payment to keep a family from being out on the street.
- Providing affordable apartments for families seeking to get back on their feet.
- Working with people that are required by the courts to make restitution for a poor choice they've made.
- Providing a safe haven for victims of domestic violence.
These are just some of the ways we are meeting needs in our area. We also give opportunity to the community to purchase affordable used clothing, furniture, appliances, houseware, electronics, toys, and much more. The proceeds of these sales are used to fund the programs and services previously mentioned.
If you would like to support The Salvation Army in this area and help us to do the most good possible, you can:
- make a secure online contribution by clicking on the "Donate Now" tab
- or you can send your tax deductible donation to The Salvation Army P.O. Box 540, Panama City, FL 32402.
If you are interested in volunteering with us please contact us @ 850-769-5259 . To learn more about each of our programs and services please click on the pages above.
Thank you for your support. God Bless You!