Since 1996, The Salvation Army of Carrollton has existed to help, heal, and give hope to families through the provisions of food, clothing, and financial assistance. The local Service Center is located at 115 Lake Carroll Boulevard. The Salvation Army (TSA) is a Protestant Christian church and an international charitable organization headquartered in London, England.
History of The Salvation Army of Carrollton
The Salvation Army/IHS Service Center of Carrollton was established in 1996 after merging with Interfaith Health Services (IHS), a social services organization that had been serving the Carrollton community since 1986.
The Salvation Army of Carrollton performs a wide range of programs and services in its goal to minister to the whole person – body and spirit – within our local communities. Funds are raised by selling merchandise at the Family Store and through a Christmas fundraiser known as the Red Kettle Campaign.
Highlights of The Salvation Army of Carrollton local impact include:
Camp Grandview – Nurtures the youth of Carroll County by offering a traditional, week-long summer camp as a free experience. In June 2023, 17 youth (ages 7-13) from the Carrollton community attended Camp Grandview – many as first-time campers. Attendees were provided chartered transportation and camping gear needs.
Disaster Support – Serves area locations when natural disasters strike, such as tornadoes or other weather-related events, through deployment of the Canteen service vehicle to provide food, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and emotional and spiritual care.
Food Pantry – Hosts a monthly food distribution pantry with healthy fruits and vegetables one Saturday each month and on Tuesdays & Thursday from 9am until 11:30am. Serving an estimated 1,265 people on an annual basis.
Thanksgiving Food Drive – Provides approximately 200 food boxes to community individuals each Thanksgiving season, along with $2,000 in Walmart gift cards.
Angel Tree – Serves over 100 children yearly with toys and clothes during Christmas through our Angel Tree Program.
The Red Kettle Campaign – Generates holiday joy and local fundraising support to inspire our community to donate and/or be a bell ringer volunteer. This signature event is responsible for an estimated one-third of annual income needed to serve our local communities.
Please consider volunteering today to become an advocate and a stabilizing support unit to our communities served.