TEMPLE, TX — The Salvation Army of Bell County says an anonymous donor has agreed to match every dollar received by the non-profit up to $10,000.
For every dollar received by The Salvation Army of Bell County between now and the end of May, an anonymous donor has agreed to match the donation up to $10,000.
The funds received will support the McLane Center of Hope shelter program that provides a safe and comfortable place for those experiencing homelessness, in addition to ongoing case management services.
The donor, who wishes to remain anonymous, says he has supported The Salvation Army in the past having been touched by the organizations mission and practical service to those in need. “I have supported The Salvation Army because they are Christian based and have a long history of helping those in need,” said the donor. “That need has sharply increased due to COVID-19. Those who can help please step up and help our fellow Americans.”
The current COVID-19 crisis has resulted in heightened community need here in Bell County, a situation mirrored in cities throughout the state and nation, the Salvation Army said. More and more hard-working people are turning to The Salvation Army for help after experiencing reduced hours, being furloughed, or laid off from jobs. Family budgets are stretched to their limits with children at home while schools are closed.
Throughout this challenging time, The Salvation Army has remained a place of help and hope to many. Donations can be made online at Sarmytx.org/bellcounty or by mailing a check to PO Box 1884 Temple, TX 76503.
The Salvation Army will notify the community through regular updates on their Facebook page, on donations received towards the full matching gift amount.
The Salvation Army has also received two substantial donations to specifically support the food pantry program. These were received from Grady Rosier from McLane Company, and the Drayton McLane family, after whom The Salvation Army McLane Center of Hope is named.
“Elizabeth and I are pleased to have Drayton III and Amy join us in donating to The Salvation Army of Bell County for help in stocking their food pantry during this time of crisis and extreme need,” said Drayton McLane Jr. “We are also happy to announce Grady Rosier, President of McLane Company, is joining us in donating for the Bell County Salvation Army Food Pantry.”
“The Salvation Army is committed to serving those who need our help and the increase in need during this extraordinary time can only be met through generous public support,” said McLane. “The McLane family and McLane Group, as well as Grady Rosier and McLane Company are honored to support the mission of The Salvation Army in Bell County.”
“We are blessed that through these generous gifts we can provide practical support and shelter to even more men, women, families and veterans currently experiencing homelessness, and put food on the table for those struggling to make ends meet right now,” said Lt. Chantel Millin of The Salvation Army in Bell County. “We’re so grateful for the compassion and generosity shown by the anonymous donor, Mr. Rosier and the McLane family.”
