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  • Uniform Drive Outfits Nearly 600 Students Play Video

    August 8, 2012 6:22 PM

    Many students this week will head back to school, but some don't have basic needs like school supplies or uniforms. The Salvation Army put together a drive two weeks ago but as KATC's Chris Welty found out, the drive almost did not happen. I'm doing a lot to... more »
  • Salvation Army Spring Luncheon & Style Show Play Video

    May 16, 2012 9:35 AM

    The Salvation Army will be hosting its Spring Luncheon & Style Show. The show will take place at the Salvation Army Thrift Store at 115 E Third street in Lafayette. The show is on Saturday, May 26, 2012, and begins at 11 am. Tickets are $25, and the money raised... more »
  • Salvation Army says demand up for youth programs

    March 12, 2012 6:31 AM

    WASHINGTON (AP) - A survey of Salvation Army youth programs in more than 80 cities shows more than eight in 10 programs saw increased demand from children and families in the past year as unemployment and funding cuts strained charities. The survey released to The Associated Press found 56 percent... more »
  • Acadiana's donations

    December 25, 2010 1:41 PM

    They call it the season of giving but in a tight economy, one of the first places cut in your budget is the donations line. So, how are Acadiana's non-profits faring this holiday season? Just ask Joseph B. He's just one of the Salvation Army's famous bell ringers. "Anytime I... more »
  • Salvation Army's red kettle campaign kicks of this week

    November 23, 2010 6:48 AM

    Soon you'll hear that familiar ringing of the bell. The Salvation Army's red kettle campaign kicks off this week. The Salvation Army is ringing in the holiday season with their red kettles and this year, they're putting out twice as many. They're also quadrupling their angel trees, which people... more »
  • Salvation Army Gives School Uniforms

    July 16, 2010 1:33 PM

    The Lafayette Salvation Army is offering a little financial relief to families struggling amidst a tough economy and the oil spill. They are giving away school uniforms to qualifying families next week, just in time for the school year to start. Each child will get two uniforms. ... more »
  • Salvation Army to Reopen in Lafayette

    March 15, 2010 7:26 PM

    The Lafayette Salvation Army thrift store has been closed since last year for reorganization. But it's reopening later this month. Tough economic times took a toll on the store. They closed, after losing about $200 a day. Their United Way money was reduced and they were forced to compete with... more »
  • Salvation Army in Haiti

    January 15, 2010 3:01 PM

    The Salvation Army has had a presence in Haiti since 1950 and its personnel were affected by the earthquake and are now working to assist people in need. The Salvation operates schools, clinics, hospital, feeding programs, children's homes and church-related activities through some 60 Corps community centers across the... more »
  • Freeze Plan into Affect

    December 4, 2009 6:01 PM

    "The tough part is keeping warm and having something in your stomach," says Kyle Cooper. Cooper, who is homeless, says he has someone who takes him in when condition are tough. But, when looking for shelter from the elements, others are not as fortunate. "You could see people... more »
  • Shelter info for tonight:

    December 4, 2009 2:03 PM

    Acadiana Outreach is accepting woman and children at the Light House but they need to call first, either 289-9141 or 237-7618. Men can go to Saint Joseph's Shelter or Salvation Army more »
  • JC Penny and Salvation Army: Angel Giving Tree

    November 17, 2009 11:46 AM

    JCPENNEY AND THE SALVATION ARMY LAUNCH LARGEST ONLINE ANGEL GIVING TREE PROGRAM (jcp.com/angel Launches Today to Help Children and Seniors in Need This Christmas) PLANO, Texas (Dec. 17, 2009) - J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) and The Salvation Army are joining forces this Christmas season to... more »
  • Red Kettle Volunteers Needed

    November 12, 2009 11:42 AM

    LAFAYETTE, Louisiana - The Lafayette Corps of The Salvation Army needs volunteers in the Lafayette, La. area this holiday season for its annual Red Kettle Campaign. The campaign collects funds to support local charitable services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for... more »

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