St. Francis County CARE

12/30/2025

12/30/2025

❤️ Thank You for a Meaningful Red Kettle Season ❤️
The Red Kettle season has officially come to a close, and on behalf of the St. Francis County CARE Center, the CARE Center Board, and our community, we extend our heartfelt gratitude.
A very special thank you to Maurica Dooley, who coordinated the Red Kettle Campaign for St. Francis County for two consecutive years. With our limited staff, one paid employee, and faithful but often fatigued volunteers, we simply would not have been able to manage the Red Kettle effort and continue serving daily needs at the CARE Center without her leadership, organization, and commitment.
We are also deeply thankful for our bell ringers. Many shared that while standing at the kettles, they heard firsthand stories from community members about how the Salvation Army has helped them or someone in their family during a difficult time. Hearing those personal testimonies, stories of hope, relief, and second chances, reminded us all why this work matters. You cannot help but be touched when you see the real impact of compassion in action.
To every contributor who dropped change, bills, or words of encouragement into the kettles, please know that your generosity truly makes a difference.
Because of these collective efforts, the CARE Center and our partners are able to continue providing a hand up, not a handout, supporting individuals and families facing unexpected financial crises, as well as those who work hard yet still struggle to meet their basic needs.
Thank you for believing in this work, for showing up, and for caring for our community. ❤️

12/30/2025

Due to the holiday schedule, USDA food distribution will begin on
🗓️ Wednesday, January 7, at 9:30 AM.
Distribution will then return to the regular schedule on:
📅 January 12 and January 14
⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Until all food is gone
IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS:
✔️ Attendees must live in the county of distribution
✔️ Must meet income guidelines based on household size
✔️ Households may receive USDA foods once per month

12/29/2025

Reminder: If I say I cannot accept something, please understand there is a reason. It is not personal. I ask that my judgment be respected without anger or hostility, as my responsibility is to ensure safety and proper handling.
Respect the rules, you must.

12/29/2025

🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDER 🚨
This is exactly why we do not allow items to be left outside the CARE Center when no one is available to receive them.
When donations are left outside:
• They are exposed to the elements
• Glass and debris can break and cause serious injury
• It creates a safety hazard for staff, volunteers, and visitors
If an item is left outside and not brought in properly, it will be treated as trash.

Please call ahead and schedule a drop-off time so donations can be received safely and respectfully.
📞 If no one is available, do not leave items.
We appreciate the intent to give, but safety comes first.
Thank you for understanding and helping us keep the CARE Center safe for everyone.

12/22/2025

The St. Francis CARE Center will be closed on Tuesday, December 23, and Friday, December 27.
Happy Holidays! 🎄✨

12/17/2025