Dear Friends,
As summer comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank you for the incredible difference you’ve made in the lives of children and families we serve. Whether through sponsoring or attending our events, volunteering your time, donating food and supplies, or helping our youth start the school year prepared to succeed—you have helped us truly Do the Most Good in our community.
Now,aswelookaheadtothefallandholidayseason,I’dlovetoinviteyouevendeeperintotheheartofourmission.Joinus at the Red Kettle Luncheon, sponsor a family at Christmas, host a toy drive, or volunteer at our Toy Shoppe. Each of these opportunitiesisachancetoseelivestransformed—upcloseandpersonal.
I can promise you this: when you give of your time and heart, you’ll walk away not only having made a difference but also withyourownspiritliftedandyourheartfullofjoy.
Withgratitude,
The Salvation Army Buffalo Area Services
Red Kettle Open
June 2, 2025
Diamond Hawk Golf Course
It was a beautiful day for a round of golf during The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Open, presented by Appliance Install Pros.
This year, 140 golfers took part in Doing The Most Good to help our neighbors in need, via a scramble at Diamond Hawk Golf Course. Thanks to our generous sponsors and golfers, this year’s tournament raised $48,000 to support The Salvation Army’s ongoing programs and services!
Buffalo’s Most Amazing Race
July 19, 2025
Another Amazing year for this AMAZING event, raising over funds for programs and services in Buffalo. We enjoyed a new start line and post party at Other Half Brewing, which opened up numerous challenges for our teams in the Canalside area, including Buffalo RiverWorks zip lines, kayaks, axe throwing, rock climbing at Central Rock Gym, a bike Ferry ride to the outer Harbor to do some knot tying, cardio drum dancing to YMCA to feed our inner Village People, golf simulator driving, Bollywood Indian Dance routine……and so much more.
Mark Your Calendar
Red Kettle Luncheon
Wednesday, November 5th
Salvatore’s Italian Gardens
11:30AM Registration | 12PM
Supplies That Spark Success
Thanks to our incredible community partners and volunteers, The Salvation Army Buffalo Area Services assembled and over 500 fully stocked backpacks to children in need.
Thank you, Buffalo for helping our organization continue Doing The Most Good throughout the community!
SayVette Brice Family Resource Center Director
Q: Why did you accept the job at The Salvation Army?
A: I accepted the position of Director of The Family Resource Center because I wanted to a provide the community with the resources, education, and training to support them on their journey for a brighter future,self-sufficiency, and economic stability. I am confident that my education, experience and leadership skills will greatly benefit to the success of The Family Resource Center and our community.
Q: What made it appealing to you?
A: What made this opportunity appealing to me was the ability I would have positively assist my community I want every community member to leave the Family Resource Center better than when they first arrived. No matter if they are accessing the Emergency Food Pantry, gaining additional Employment Training, or just needing an ear to listen.
Q: What is your role as the FRC Director?
A: My role as the Family Resource Center (FRC) Director is to be responsible for the overall operations, strategic planning and be a creator of community partnerships. I provide leadership and supervision to the staff. I, along with the staff are here to help address the immediate needs and provide positive pathways of stability to our community.
Q: What is your favorite part of the job?
A: My favorite part of the job is the interactions that I have with the community daily They don’t hold back and give your there honest opinion on what works and what doesn't. I take the time to listen. This is the best way to the build relationships which will better benefit our community
Q: When did you start with The Salvation Army?
A: I began my role on April 21, 2025.
Summer Camp: Where Kids Can Just Be Kids!
Camper
Lilly
My mom said I wasn’t coming in today but I told her I have to go I can’t miss a day without my friends and its Ice cream day
–Ice Cream Day with Mr. Softy is a huge hit for the summer campers–
Parent
I took my child to another camp because my work schedule changed, and my child lasted 1 day at the other camp before she started crying for me to bring her back to the Salvation Army we will not leave again.
As Director, the highlight for me is the grand finale at camp’s end. Watching the sea of grinning parents, grandparents, and Salvation Army guests as they’re awestruck by our youth flaunting their newfound skills —from belting out tunes to busting dance moves, and chatting about colleges they discovered. This is the “aha!” moment that parents experience, realizing that The Salvation Army Summer Camp is the ultimate summer hangout for their kids, year after year!
Sharing the Spirit of the
SPONSORAFAMILY:
TheSalvationArmymatchesparticipatingsponsorswithafamilyinneed.*Allpartiesremainanonymous. Parentscreatealistofgiftsuggestionsfortheirchildren(includingfavoritecolor,sizes,andinterests). Sponsorsaregiventhecorrespondinglist(s)torefertowhileshopping.
ToSponsoraFamilythisholidayseason,pleasecontact: SayVetteBrice Sayvette.Brice@use.salvationarmy.org (716)888-6261
HOSTABARRELCOLLECTION:
Pleaseconsiderhostingatoybarrelcollectionatyourofficeorschoolthisholidayseason. Wewillbehappytoscheduleaconvenientdrop-offandpickuptimeforyourbarrel.
BEABELLRINGER:
RingtheinfamousredbellatoneofTheSalvationArmy’siconickettlestands.
ToScheduleaToyCollectionBarrelortoSignupfora2-hourBellRingingShift,pleasecontact: LaurieElliottKrajna Laurie.Krajna@use.SalvationArmy.org (716)888-6213
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