Doing The
Most Good
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I was lost.
I wandered aimlessly. I was alone
until someone stepped alongside
to lighten my load
and lead me to the right road. Was it divine intervention? Or was it the simple goodness of others? I do not know the answer, but I do know there are angels among us, sent to do the bidding of the Lord. So it is with deep gratitude that I look to the heavens and offer praise and thanks to those who have shown me the way to salvation.
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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical par
universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its m Dear Friends of the Army, A number of changes have taken place between the time Major Renea and I arrived here in 2009 and the distribution of this 2011 annual report, Stories of Salvation. We have moved our Divisional Headquarters to a new location in central Omaha, where extra space will allow us to better facilitate administration of programs affecting people in our territory of Nebraska, South Dakota and the western twothirds of Iowa. As you read this, Major Renea and I will be settled in our new assignments at Territorial Headquarters in Des Plaines, Ill. While we anticipated being in Omaha for more than three years, our time in Omaha was a tremendous blessing. We met many dedicated and generous Salvation Army supporters who have made a lasting impression on us and a lasting impact on the community. Together Major Renea and I thank you for playing a critical role in bringing salvation to the lives of many in the metropolitan Omaha area. We know your good works will continue in our absence, and for that we are forever grateful. May God richly bless you. Your partners in mission,
Majors Paul & Renea Smith
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is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. It Greetings Friends and Neighbors, While you and I go about our daily jobs in businesses, health care, education, agriculture or construction, the people of The Salvation Army are busy helping to create Stories of Salvation. They pursue this mission at seven corps centers, on the streets and in the jails of metropolitan Omaha.They feed and shelter the homeless; they mentor at-risk children; they teach life skills; they assist in disaster-stricken areas; they restore hope where it has been lost. The work of The Salvation Army cannot be measured in dollars and cents nor even in hours of service. It can only be measured by the impact it has on the lives of those who are served. While this year has been one of great need met by limited resources and hours, it has also been met by unlimited commitment on the part of those who support the Army and its mission of “Doing The Most Good ®.” This book is dedicated to all of you who volunteer your time, donate material goods or provide financial aid so that the Army can continue to provide hope and salvation to people in need. We rely upon each and every one of you, and we are deeply grateful for your support. Sincerely,
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Steven W. Seline Chairman, Advisory Board
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the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name
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discrimination. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an
to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the
ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach th
of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discr
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universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its m motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel 3
Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
If it wasn’t for them, I’m sure I would still
be homeless or
in a shelter. Originally from Kenya, Rose came to America to study nursing. In 2011 after finding out she was pregnant, Rose escaped an abusive relationship only to become homeless. A local shelter referred her to The Salvation Army’s 37th Street Residential Readiness program, where she was able to live and gain life skills training while getting on her feet. Rose was initially worried that she wouldn’t receive help as a foreigner, but learned that it’s part of the Army’s mission to provide support without discrimination. “They led me to where I am today through their program, and through assistance with the rent and the referral.” The referral Rose mentioned was made on her behalf to the Omaha Housing Authority. Her application was accepted immediately, and Rose and her daughter, Precious, now have their own apartment in the suburbs.
“I got help. The Salvation Army gave me the support that I needed. They gave me hope.”
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God has a funny way
of bringing things
full circle. Nearly 50 years ago when the Charles and Margre Durham Booth Manor served as a dormitory for the Methodist School of Nursing, Enid was to move there after graduating from high school and take classes. At least that’s what her mother wanted for her. Enid had other plans. “Instead I quit school my senior year. I went to California and fell in with some really bad people. I ran with the Hells Angels for a while; got into drugs and alcohol. It broke my mom’s heart.” Now clean and sober for 29 years, Enid’s life journey includes four marriages, three children, a variety of residences and jobs, multiple debilitating work-related injuries, four bouts with cancer, a major stroke and chronic blood disorders. After all of her trials, Enid decided to move back to Nebraska to be near family but thought she couldn’t afford a decent and safe place to live. After learning that The Salvation Army provided low-cost housing for seniors, she applied for an apartment and was accepted.
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“When I came here to sign my lease, I recognized the building as being the one on the front of a nursing brochure I had way back when. I just looked up at heaven and said, ‘Well, Momma, I finally made it.’”
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Today Enid enjoys her life at the Durham Booth Manor, where she lives with Baby Girl, her beloved dog. “I couldn’t have come to a better place, and the people at The Salvation Army are great to us. What more could I ask? I have everything I need and I’m not living on the street in a cardboard box.”
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Having two years to get
your feet under you
is a big deal. Instead of worrying about food and shelter, today Bill can concentrate on improving his health. As part of the CASS program for people with chronic mental illness, he has his own apartment on The Salvation Army campus with access to material assistance and counseling services. This two-year program gives Bill a rare sense of security, not just because of issues from his childhood, but also because he suffers from bipolar II disorder. “In my case, the ups aren’t quite so high but the downs are bad.” Bill’s trouble began to surface when he returned home after being stationed overseas with his Iowa National Guard unit. “Everyone else had moved on. I was all right for a while and then I started drinking and doing drugs.” A construction worker by trade, Bill straightened up and joined the carpenters union. Yet things weren’t improving.
“I’d be doing great, then I’d get down and miss a week of work, which usually means you’re fired.” On the verge of becoming homeless, Bill sought help – and a diagnosis – from Veterans Affairs. Referrals led Bill to an assisted living facility while he adapted to drug therapy and later to The Salvation Army CASS program, where he continues to work on life skills with Cassandra, his case manager. He also continues to work on his mental and physical health while studying and receiving therapy through the VA. Bill’s short-term goals include losing weight, becoming a certified Peer Support provider and eventually getting his own apartment. With help from Cassandra and others, he has the support he needs to get on the right path.
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I think North Corps is the
backbone for a lot of
families in this
community.
Tears come to Regina’s eyes when she talks about what The Salvation Army North Corps ( known locally as The Sal ), on 24th and Pratt streets, means to her as a single mother of four.
“There’s structure and discipline there, and I know that the staff only wants what’s best for the children. That makes me comfortable with my kids being there. “We used to live right across the street so we had easy access to back-to-school giveaways, summer day camp and after-school programs. There’s a computer lab where kids are able to complete homework and get tutoring if they need it. They have all kinds of sports activities for boys and girls. There’s painting, arts and crafts and games. It gives them something to do rather than go fight, steal, sell drugs or get in gangs.” Regina is particularly fond of the corps’ open-door policy. “Here the children can talk to the staff about anything without being judged and without it going beyond the people in the conversation.” North Corps has been a saving grace for Regina and her four children. “I couldn’t afford to get school supplies or go anywhere else for programs like this, so it really helps me out a lot.”
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Programs 2011
Locations
Family and Children’s Services
The Salvation Army Western Divisional Headquarters 10755 Burt Street, Omaha, NE 68114 402-898-7700
Gene Eppley Camp & Retreat Center Peter Hoskin, Camp Director 915 Allied Road, Bellevue, NE 68123 402-291-1912
The Salvation Army Lied Renaissance Center for Social Services 3612 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 402-898-5900
The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Major Todd Thielke Senior Kroc Center Officer Major Catherine Thielke Kroc Center Officer for Program Development Lieutenant John Fetzer Officer for Congregational Life Lieutenant Judith Fetzer Officer for Youth Development 2825 Y Street, Omaha, NE 68107 402-905-3500
CARES (Comprehensive Adolescent Residential and Educational Services) — Residential and support services for female adolescents including those who are pregnant and/or parenting. Early Head Start — A family-centered program for lowincome families that are expecting or have a child age 3 or younger. Wellspring — Support, therapy, education and advocacy for women, men and children who are adversely affected by prostitution.
CASS (Community Assisted Support Services) — Long-term community support for individuals dealing with chronic mental illness. ICSS (Intensive Community Support Services) — Residential program that provides daily face-to-face supportive services to adults.
Senior Services Charles and Margre Durham Booth Manor — Comfortable and safe apartment living for low-income seniors.
Real Life Connections — Educational groups and therapeutic intervention for incarcerated men and women.
Dora Bingel Senior Center — Social, recreational and spiritual opportunities for seniors.
Homeless and Behavioral Health Services
Goldenrod Club — Opportunities for fellowship and education for seniors.
37th Street Residential Readiness Program — Educational, goal-oriented community living for the homeless. Home Program — Permanent housing and weekly case management support for homeless adults with a physical or mental health disability – and their families. Transitional Housing — For previously homeless families that are preparing to live independently. Scattered Site Transitional Housing — Communitybased housing for people in final preparation for independent living.
OASIS (Omaha Area Service Institute for Seniors) — Comprehensive array of one-stop community services for seniors. Telephone Reassurance/Friendly Visitor — Friendly and caring contact with lonely seniors through phone calls and/or visits.
Council Bluffs Corps Worship & Community Center/Lakin Campus Lieutenants Bradley & Cassandra Burkett 715 North 16th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501 712-328-2088
Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) – Majors Laurence & Judy McPherson 2551 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68131 402-342-4135 Emergency Community Support 415 South 25th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68131 402-885-8003
A 24/7, 365-days-a-year program offering relief for first responders and survivors of emergency disasters. Included are provisions of food, water, clothing and spiritual counseling.
Winter Night Watch
Mental Health Respite — Residential care for adults needing psychiatric stabilization.
Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC)
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North Corps Worship & Community Center Lieutenant Pamela Kasten 2424 Pratt Street, Omaha, NE 68111 402-451-4048
Disaster Services
MASS (Material Assistance and Seasonal Services) — Heat aid, food, clothing and material assistance for those in critical emergencies. Includes summer fan program, Christmas programs and backpack distributions.
Emergency Community Support — Short-term community support for individuals who have experienced a behavioral health crisis.
Citadel Corps Worship & Community Center Majors James & Mary Hoskin (pro-tem) Huberman-Dietrich Memorial Chapel 3738 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 402-553-5694
Reaching out on cold evenings to individuals and families who are homeless or near-homeless with food and winter clothing. Men in despair from drug and alcohol addiction receive the help necessary to turn their lives around. Housing, intensive counseling and jobs, often associated with The Salvation Army Thrift Stores, are part of this program.
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Summary of Financial Support
Leadership 2011 Central Territory Western Division
Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2011
Public Support and Revenue
Public Contributions and Support Adult Rehabilitation Center Support and Revenue Allocated by United Way of the Midlands
$16,089,696 $3,432,519 $538,265
Total Public Support and Revenue
$20,060,480
Expenses
Programs and Services Management and General Fundraising Expense Adult Rehabilitation Center Expense
$15,406,872 $628,613 $1,178,931 $3,432,519
Total Expense Excess (Deficiency) of Public Support and Revenue Over Expense
$20,646,935 $(586,455)
Major Paul D. Smith Divisional Commander Major Renea Smith Director of Women’s Ministries; Divisional Leadership Development Secretary Major Steven Merritt Divisional Secretary for Personnel & Corps Development Major Christine Merritt Women’s & Community Care Ministries Secretary; Divisional Moral & Ethical Issues Secretary Major Kjell Steinsland Divisional Secretary for Business Administration
Statistics 2011
Major Vicki Steinsland Divisional Secretary for Program
Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2011 Christmas Total served
25,380
Winter Night Watch Total served
Back to School Total served
9,365
Camp Total served
Family & Children Services Total served
4,814
Corps Community Centers Recreational activity participants
18,340 848** 162,508
Homelessness Prevention Services Total served
27,188
Omaha Social Service Programs Meals served
91,636
Senior Services Total served
19,816
Community Feeding Programs Meals served
53,595
Disaster Services Total served
11,353
Volunteer Services Total volunteers Total volunteer hours
31,544 55,181
** Extensive flooding at camp
Bequeathment There are several types of gift plans, many with donor benefits like increased income and tax savings. For further information and advice, consult your professional adviser and The Salvation Army Planned Giving Department at 402-898-5913, or visit our planned giving Web site: www.salarmygiving.org.
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Major Barbara Shiels Older Adult Ministries Director Captain Scott Shelbourn Divisional Youth Secretary; Divisional Candidates Secretary; Camp Administrator Captain Jolinda Shelbourn Divisional Youth Secretary; Divisional Assistant Candidates Secretary Joanne K. Bemis Divisional Director of Community Relations & Development Dr. Linda Burkle Divisional Social Services Director
Susan Eustice Divisional Director of Public Relations & Communications Linda Garbina Divisional Director of Planned Giving Madeline Madden Director of Annual Fund & Advancement John Kuzma Divisional Director of Disaster Services
2011-2012 Advisory Board Steve Seline Chairman Nick Taylor Vice-Chairman Joleen David Secretary Fred Hunzeker Treasurer Anne Baxter David Bishop Ed Burchfield Dorene Butler* Michael Cassling Chancellor John Christensen Patrick Combs Hal Daub John Fraser Bennett Ginsberg Gail Graeve Kent Grisham Tim Harrison Timothy Hart Tom Hillmer* Ryan Horn Jeannette James Lawrence R. “Chip” James II Joe Kavan
* = Emeritus Member
** = Life Member
Chris Kircher James E. Landen*** Michelle Lebens Carl Mammel Steven S. Martin Sharon Marvin-Griffin** Captain Tim McCaw Terry Moore Clarence Nichols Joe O’Connor Dolores Owen Keith Powell Bill Ramsey* James P. Ryan Rita Sanders Steve Sawtell** Charles V. Sederstrom*** Michael Simmonds Kevin Simmonds Dr. Lee Simmons Wayne Smith Gene Spence** Jim Suttle Mark Theisen L.B. “Red” Thomas** Anne Thorne Weaver Jeff Wilke
2011-2012 Women’s Auxiliary Board Nancy Wolf President Kathy Gross Vice President Nancy Hanson Treasurer Polly Goecke Recording Secretary Susan Coffey Corresponding Secretary Karen Spaustat Advisor Major Renea Smith Ex-Officio
Devra Bram Susan Conine Carol Cranston Dee D’Agosto Mary Kaye Eggers Marte Ellis Jan Faist Rosemary Frandeen Julie Fritz Cris Hedgpeth Mary Alice Hurlburt Lou Ann Landholm Karen Jacobi Tracy Jerkovich Linda Johnson Barbara Kadrlik Nancy Kratky Mary Moberg Joyce Mullins Kathy O’Connor Lenore Polack Sandy Price Susan Ryan Kari Kratky Salem Dorene Sherman Marie Simmons Judy Skinner Deb Summers Sue Toberer Wanda Utecht Anne Thorne Weaver Marcia Weber Kay Kriss Weinstein Cathy Wright Mary Yoest For information on The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary or an application form, call 402-898-5933.
*** = National Advisory Board Member
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Acknowledgments We extend our gratitude to Bill, Enid, Regina and Rose for sharing their stories of salvation. Thanks also to Kelly and Harry. The Salvation Army would like to recognize these community partners for their contributions of time, talents and materials in making The Salvation Army 2011 Annual Report a reality: SKAR Advertising  Craig Fulkerson Photography Bob Ervin Photography Wright PrintingÂ
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