Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — As back to school season moves closer and closer, The Salvation Army is making sure that students of all backgrounds are prepared to succeed. They held their first ever “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive, collecting backpacks, pencils, notebooks, crayons,, and other esential classroom itmes to give students in need the tools to succeed. They say…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Salvation Army has been serving the Fargo-Moorhead area for 128 years. Serving thousands of people in their times of need. “In 2024, we served 48,000 meals. We’ve also helped people 90,000 helps that means rent, utilities, transportation, medical assistance, birth certificate, the whole gamut of services that the Salvation Army provides here in the Fargo-Moorhead…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –The Salvation Army invited members of the community for a free Christmas meal early Tuesday afternoon. The meal included baked ham, parsley-buttered potatoes, green beans, and dessert. Each year the Salvation Army serves more than 150 people during this Christmas gathering Some people have returned each year making new friends and memories. “People are thoroughly enjoying you…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — This Christmas, over 500 local families will be able to give toys to their kids thanks to the support of their community. The Salvation Army started distributing toys to families through its “Christmas Toy Shop” event. Families applied and were approved through its “Angel Tree” program. Donations came from numerous businesses and organizations. There are over…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — This year marks the 17th year the Salvation Army has received hams that have been donated for their Christmas Food boxes. “The Salvation Army could not do what it does without community support and community giving. So, Hornbachers and Cloverdale have been amazing benefactors to the army and our administrative people in need. We serve without…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Get ready to hear the ringing of bells at your local retailers. The Salvation Army officially kicked off their Red Kettle Drive this morning with their goal of $900,000. “That money comes to support local agencies funding local for Salvation Army. 83 percent of every dollar goes to direct client need,” said Abe Tamayo, Major at…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo-Moorhead Salvation Army falls short of its goal during the Red Kettle Campaign over the holidays. The campaign raised $836,073 during the three-month campaign that ended December 31st. The goal was to hit $950,000. Major Abe Tamayo says they saw fewer bell ringers. He says when they are no ringers, there are no donations. They also…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Before the cold winter, the Salvation army is doing their part to help those in need. The Salvation army is running Coats for Kids and Families at the Hope Lutheran Church today and Thursday from 9am-4pm. Currently they have around 2,000 coats, snow boots, hats, gloves, and scarves in total. “We’re so grateful for the opportunity…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Hundreds from the F-M community go to Fargo’s Salvation Army for its annual Thanksgiving celebration by offering a meal for those in need. Major Abe Tamayo says every year the nonprofit hosts the event every Wednesday before the holiday so people have a chance to be with their families. The meal included all the Thanksgiving classics…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Salvation army kicks off their annual Red Kettle Campaign at the West Acres Mall. This year’s goal is to raise $1 million providing support for people in need. They hope with the raised goal they will be able to help families who may be facing challenges due to inflation. “Last year we raised $976,000. So…
