Serving Greater Rochester since 1884
Summer 2022
Upcoming Events August 9th: “Red Wings Red Kettle” Game at Frontier Field Our annual evening with the Rochester Red Wings returns! Join us as we ring for donations, give away prizes and throw out the 1st pitch. Buy your tickets now at salarmy.us/redwings2022 DISCOUNTED TICKET PRICE: 100 level tickets are $8.50 (two ticket minimum) 200 level tickets are $6.50 (one ticket minimum with code SA2022) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: You can help with giveaways and games during this event. Email ras.volunteer@use.salvationarmy.org for details.
Delivering Goodness on National Donut Day
August 10th –13th: “Stuff The Bus” with School Supplies Help us collect school supplies for children and families in need. Two ways to donate: 1. Purchase items from our online wish list at salarmy.us/rocgive2kids 2. Donate in person while shopping at the Henrietta, Gates and Greece (Dewey Ave) Walmart Stores
Held annually on the first Friday in June, National Donut Day is a sweet time to celebrate America’s heroes.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: You can help with collecting donations on Saturday 8/13. Email ras.volunteer@use.salvationarmy.org for details.
The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester 70 Liberty Pole Way PO Box 41210 Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 987-9500
On Friday June 3rd, staff and volunteers from The Salvation Army showed support to local essential workers by delivering...
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Many Rochester residents can attest to the fact that our city is lacking permanent, affordable housing. Extensive home searches and competitive biddings on rental and for sale dwellings have been on the upswing since 2020. Finding a residence to call home can be especially challenging for those with limited income, mental illness, or recovering from addiction, trafficking or abuse. The Salvation Army is taking the housing hardship head on with a plan to transform a portion of our Liberty Pole Way property into affordable, supportive and permanent housing units. The site is located right in the heart of downtown and lies within proximity of the top five zip codes with the highest number of people living below poverty level. Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) is a combination of affordable residency and supportive services designed for health, recovery, and personal growth. “The challenges of poverty, and the lack of resources to overcome it, directly impact the quality of life for a significant number of people in our area.” said Major Deborah Burr, Director of The Salvation Army Monroe County Operations. “Our goal is to develop and operate seven supportive units for persons with these special conditions or other life challenges. Services and referrals will be individualized to help manage health and behavioral conditions."
According to a survey of service providers in the Greater Rochester area taken in May 2021, the ‘largest unmet need in our homeless system at this time’ is Permanent Supportive Housing (59%). Also noted were the primary barriers to accessing housing: Affordability (77.78%) and Availability (68.33%). Fidelis Care, who provides affordable healthcare to more than two million people locally and statewide, commenced this project’s fundraising initiative with a $10,000 donation. Their financial contribution is a testament to their mission; serving communities through partnerships with local providers, schools, and organizations. “PSH is a proven approach to the problem of homelessness. The extra layer of support from an on-site case manager and resident support coach offers a greater opportunity to diffuse difficulties in getting necessary services and maintaining tenancy.” added Major Burr. “This individualized approach will help to create a foundation for being stable and independent.” If you would like to support The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester’s Permanent Supportive Housing campaign, please visit www.salarmy.us/rocrailton to make a dedicated, tax-deductible donation.