2022 Milwaukee County Impact Report

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County

IMPACT 2022 REPORT

Our Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

www.SAMilwaukee.org

A LETTER FROM THE MAJOR

Dear Friends,

The past couple of years presented our world with more monumental challenges at one time than at any time in recent memory. Health, safety, income, shelter, food security, just treatment for all, and many other aspects of our lives were impacted in tremendous ways. As is always the case, the most vulnerable in our community are impacted the greatest.

As we have done over and over throughout history, The Salvation Army pivoted almost overnight to devoting a greater component of our services to meeting basic needs in new and unique ways. We are so very grateful to our friends who provided their financial support and personal time to make these services possible. Although the need was great in 2022, so was the outpouring of generosity.

Matthew 25:40 (MSG) “Then those ‘sheep’ are going to say, ‘Master, what are you talking about? When did we ever see you hungry and feed you, thirsty and give you a drink? And when did we ever see you sick or in prison and come to you?’ Then the King will say, ‘I’m telling the solemn truth: Whenever you did one of these things to someone overlooked or ignored, that was me you did it to me. ”

As I read through the stories in this report, I thank God for you, and pray that you will know the pleasure God takes in your generosity toward those who are so vulnerable.

In His Service,

Divisional Secretary and Milwaukee Area Commander Steve Woodard

A LETTER FROM THE ADVISORY BOARD CHAIR

Dear Friends,

I count it a blessing and a privilege to serve as Chairman of The Salvation Army’s Advisory Board. I’ve given more than a decade of services to The Salvation Army. Not only serving on the board, but as the pastor of the Newport Missionary Baptist Church, our congregation offers praise and worship services with the families at the shelter. Individuals and families at the shelter love to give their gratitude in worship back to the Lord because they appreciate the services provided through The Salvation Army.

It’s a blessing to serve on the board because The Salvation Army provides services 24/7/365 by way of using its resources, ensures a blessed Thanksgiving and Christmas experience for the families served, provides a roof over their heads, food, clothing, mental health, medical assistance, summer camp to the children, and so much more.

I’m grateful The Salvation Army continues to grow in exciting, inclusive, and innovative directions, and I greatly appreciate the opportunity to be a part of it. We look forward to your ongoing love and support of The Salvation Army.

Kind regards,

Anthony Smith, Advisory Board Chair

BY THE NUMBERS

32,599

Number of nights of shelter provided at the Emergency Lodge

7,100

Number of individuals served though our five food pantries

65,087

Number of meals served during Feed the Kids

9,372

Number of volunteer hours

5,000

Number of meals served on Christmas Day

1,668

Number of chaplain service hours

958

Number of backpacks distributed to children

990

Number of patients served at our health clinic

4,540

Number of coats distributed to children

Total: $13,473,882

Total: $13,940,407

HOUSTON'S STORY

It was the middle of winter when a fire broke out in Houston Morrow’s Milwaukee apartment. While trying to escape, he fell and hit his head. A week later, he woke up in the hospital after being in a coma.

After spending almost three months in the hospital, Morrow, 62, had no place to live, no clothes, and all his belongings were gone.

“Everything I had burned up, ” he said. “If it weren ’ t for y ’all, I’d really be messed up. ”

Morrow, who is disabled and living on a fixed income, said he reached out to The Salvation Army while he was still in the hospital. Upon learning about his situation and getting the necessary documentation, Morrow received a coat, boots, two pairs of jeans, two packs of t-shirts, and a pack of socks.

Two Salvation Army case managers personally delivered the items to Morrow at the hospital.

“It’s a good thing y ’all do this because a lot of times, people don’t have anywhere to turn, ” Morrow said. While they were there, they provided him with housing resources and comfort.

“I’m most grateful for being able to leave the hospital with clothes and a coat, ” Morrow said. “I have a lot of respect for The Salvation Army. Without y ’all’s help, I’d really be in a bad situation.”

In addition, he was provided a voucher from The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services to help rebuild his life.

“I’d like to get a new place, get some furniture, some towels,” he said. “I don’t have anything, and that would be really nice. Money is real tight.”

Reflecting over the past three months, Morrow said he learned to really appreciate every little thing.

“Everything is not a given. I appreciate things more now, ” he said. “I’ve lost everything I have and appreciate everything I get. I’m stronger now. Even stronger than when I got out of the hospital. Y’all really really helped me. ”

Morrow is currently living with his mother in Minnesota and said he hopes to rebuild and someday give back to the place that gave him so much.

“If I ever get on my feet, I’ll make a donation to The Salvation Army and pay it forward,” he said.

“I’ve lost everything I have and appreciate everything I get. I’m stronger now. "

WAYS WE HELP

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County is home to four worship and community centers, four thrift stores, five food pantries, one adult rehabilitation center, and an emergency lodge. We have been serving others in Christ's name since 1889.

BACK TO SCHOOL

We provide backpacks filled with necessary school supplies to children in need.

CHAPLAINCY PROGRAM

This partnership with the Milwaukee Police Department allows volunteers to provide emotional and spiritual care to those who have experienced a traumatic incident.

CHRISTMAS FAMILY FEAST

Christmas Family Feast is the largest feeding event hosted by The Salvation Army on Christmas Day in the country.

COATS FOR KIDS

We distribute coats to children and adults who do not have one for winter.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

We help individuals needing assistance to meet basic needs in emergency situations including loss of a loved one, loss of employment, illness, fire, and other crisis situations.

EMERGENCY DISASTER SERVICES

The Salvation Army prepares for and responds to emergencies such as natural disasters and structural fires.

FEED THE KIDS

We provide bagged lunches to Milwaukee neighborhoods in need during the summer.

FOOD PANTRIES

We have five food pantries in Milwaukee County that serve those in need.

SENIOR LIVING

Booth Manor provides high quality, subsidized housing for older adults.

TOY SHOP

We distribute toys, games, and other gift items to families in need.

MARY'S STORY

It’s not every day that someone who has been helped by The Salvation Army turns around to become a volunteer, soldier, and employee of The Salvation Army. But for Mary Fullilove, that’s exactly what happened.

“When I was introduced to The Salvation Army, I was coming from the streets, ” Mary said.

Mary came across The Salvation Army at a resource fair during her rehab program in Chicago in 1992. Through The Salvation Army, she received household goods for her family, and counseling services to help her with her addiction struggles.

“They helped me out with an apartment. When I got the place, they helped me out with our needs: pots and pans, covers. They also gave me counseling,” Mary said.

Mary enrolled her son in The Salvation Army’s preschool program and soon found herself immersed in volunteering there and at the Emergency Lodge, where she became an employee.

“I started off as a top volunteer, and then I got on the Parent Committee and ended up being the President of the Parent Committee,” Mary said.

In 2007, Mary and her family relocated to Las Vegas, Nev., and Mary strayed from The Salvation Army. Six years later, Mary said she and her family returned to the Midwest and bought a house near The Salvation Army Milwaukee Citadel Corps, on the northside of Milwaukee. There, Mary started a Block Watch in her neighborhood.

"They sold drugs, turned tricks, everything, right there in your face with no respect, ” Mary said. “I used to cry because I couldn’t take it.”

Through Block Watch, Mary was connected to The Salvation Army Milwaukee Citadel’s officers. She worked with Captain Patricia Williams to improve the neighborhood. In no time, Mary became a pillar at the Citadel as a soldier and an employee of The Salvation Army.

“The Salvation Army is the truth. The Salvation Army is a blessing to the community. They really help,” Mary said. “They help you where you ’ re at. Where there’s a need, they reach it.”

Mary is The Salvation Army Milwaukee Citadel’s Food Pantry Coordinator and she still serves as the neighborhood Block Watch captain, while volunteering as a chaplain in The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County Chaplaincy Program.

Through her work, Mary said she has found purpose and works hard to help those in her community who are in need and facing the same struggles she faced before finding The Salvation Army many years ago.

“The greatest gift The Salvation Army has given me is a new way of life,” Mary said. “This is a lifechanging situation. I get to walk in my purpose and work with The Salvation Army. I get to help people change their lives, and in the same breath, change my life.”

"I get to help people change their lives, and in the same breath, change my life.”

WAYS TO GIVE

MONETARY DONATION

Did you know that 87 cents of every dollar donated goes right back to our programs and services in Milwaukee County? Donations can be made online at SAMilwaukee.org, by scanning the QR code, by texting MKE to 24365 or by mailing a check to: 11315 W Watertown Plank Rd. Wauwatosa, WI 53226. If you would like to make a donation in person, please contact Megan Warlin, Senior Donor Relations Director, at 414-526-1925 or Megan.Warlin@usc.salvationarmy.org.

VOLUNTEER

We could not do what we do without our volunteers. Choose from several programs throughout the year. Interested in volunteering? Contact Nettie Perry, Volunteer Services Director, at Nettie.Perry@usc.salvationarmy.org.

GOODS AND CLOTHING

Your donations to The Salvation Army Family Stores help fund rehabilitation programs that help heal addiction, changes lives, and restore families. To schedule a pick up and see what you can donate, visit SATruck.org or call 1-800-SA-TRUCK.

PLANNED GIFT

You can make a gift through your estate plan without donating today, or you can make a current gift that will turn an income to you, such as a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust. Regardless of the method you choose, you may designate your gift to The Salvation Army location or program that matters the most to you. To make a gift, contact Bruce Clark CFP, Senior Director of Gifts & Estate Planning, at (414) 207-5825 or Bruce.Clark@usc.salvationarmy.org.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

The future Center of Hope building project will replace our current, antiquated Emergency Lodge building. Naming rights available. To make a gift, contact Dr. Beverly Peterson, Executive Director of Development, at (414) 302-4300 x2208 or Beverly.Peterson@usc.salvationarmy.org.

JOIN OUR ADVISORY BOARD

We want to grow our Advisory Board with dynamic community leaders who are willing to make a difference in the lives of those we serve in Milwaukee County. Apply today at www.SAMilwaukee.org.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Anthony Smith, Chairman Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

Rick McKenna, Vice Chair Foley & Lardner LLP

Christopher Hamilton, Treasurer Associated Bank

Eric Hobbs, Secretary Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

MEMBERS

Mara Ahmad Hayat Pharmacy

Christopher Boston Lamb of God Missionary Baptist Church

Tim Bultman (Life Member) Bultman Investment Management, Inc. (Retired)

Lafayette Crump City of Milwaukee

Tammy Gilpin-Ripp Freelance Writer

Jeff Janza CIBC

Tanisha Collins-Johnson Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Wisconsin

Erik Kennedy Advocate Aurora Health

Bob Larsen Medical College of Wisconsin

Jarrett Luckett Chipotle Mexican Grill

Kelly Matenaer Medical College of Wisconsin

Sharlie McCain MRA – The Management Association

Terrell L. Morgan Graphic Designer

Tim Nemec Tri City National Bank

Joe Obligato Echelon Representative

Chris Sauvé VJS Construction Services

Christy Stone Milwaukee Public Schools

Robert Wagner (Life Member) R&B Wagner, Inc.