THINGS ARE STEAMING AHEAD!!!!

WELLLLLLL, things have gotten off to a grand start here at SA-DC. We have a lot of new members for the Advisory Board and would like a few more... there are so many things that need to be done.

We have three committees in place and would now like some volunteer help to make it all happen for OUR East County.  Anyone interested in being on one of three committees that are now established?  

They are: 

1. Volunteer Committee (finding adults to chaperon middle/high school students during bell ringing season) as well as speaking to the various schools.. Linda Vogelgesang and Dane Dearlove, Co-Chairs

2. Events Committee: Nov 5 kickoff and Brentwood Christmas parade.  Emily Slatten- Chair

3. Grant Research Committee:  Help research and formulate plans for available grants.  Barbara Cowan- Chair

We have lots of good ideas and the know how to make it happen, help is what we need plenty of.. soooo that being said, how about calling either MJ (925) 382 8743-cell or Major Jackie (925) 525 0324 and find out how you may be of service.

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WOW!!! What a DAY

Attended an All Day Seminar on Grant Writing that was sponsored by Supervisor Federal Glover, it was GREAT!!  I have attended a few classes/seminars and this was EXCELLENT... David Fraser and Lavonna Martin really know their stuff.  I have been inspired not just for the grant writing but what ideas it stimulated for our Salvation Army East County. 

We are looking for committee volunteers that will be chaired by board members... anybody interested in helping this years projects for YOUR East County neighbors?

Please call Major Jackie at 525 9324 or me mj at 382 8743-cell... we will be happy to answer any questions.

IF ANYONE IS A RETIRED RESEARCH TYPE, HOW ABOUT GIVING US A HAND IN THE GRANT RESEARCHING DEPARTMENT??????  You would have a willing "minion".. ME... mj

Board Meeting, Feb 9, DHSC, 6:30pm

We are having our first 2011 Board meeting on Feb 9, Wednesday, 6:30pm at Diamond Hills Sports Club, would you like to attend and see what we are all about??? We are recruiting for our Advisory Board who can make a difference in East Contra Costa County for those less fortunate.  YOU are cordially invited to attend.

Our Tea on Feb 5 was very productive, so many great ideas that we want to implement as soon as we have a committee... lots going on. Come join us and see how you can help..

Update January 25, 2011

 

Well people, things are coming along well. We are having a tea on Feb 5 for prospective Board Members and look forward to discussing what we can all do to help East Contra Costa County's needy. 

Last year brought a lot of new ideas and we were actually able to implement a few with the help of  SA Headquarters in Sacramento.They have great PR and IT people who made things so easy for us.

We learned a lot this last year about what worked and what didn't  and with help from new board members we will be stronger and more effective for those needing help the most....

I will update you on our upcoming tea and let you know how it all goes.... mj

YEAH 2011!!!

Well best news came in yesterday, we are actually UP over 2009 in donations, what a relief!!! Our kettles did not do as well BUT overall donations were slightly up and the new Great is GOOD in this economy so we are all very happy!

We are going to be forming a new sub committee to help recruit adult volunteers for the upcoming season. 

What we found out this year was that we had the willing high school volunteers but not the adult chaperons.  Soooooo, if anyone would be so kind as to sign on for the OBR (Operation Bell Ringer) committee it would be so appreciated!!!

Here's to Fabulous 2011....

Sad to say: a very poor year for giving

Sorry to ADMIT, this was the worst year for charitable giving, in more ways then one. 

Personally I can understand the IMPACT THE ECONOMY HAS ON MANY OF US . BUT WHERE WAS THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT , TIME FOR THE NEEDY.....not having the time to volunteer to help your fellow man is a bit beyond my thinking. 

This coming year, 2011, we of the Salvation Army-Delta Corp will try harder and START EARLIER to recruit volunteers for our next Christmas Season. 

  This last season showed us that  the "teens" of East Contra Costa County were willing, but the lack of adult chaperones was poor.  THEREFORE, we need to recruit a "team" of adults, who would be A MODEL FOR THE GROWING GENERATION  standing  and supporting our youth in belling ringing. 

WHAT A WONDERFUL  way to SHOW HOW ONE CAN  help A NEEDY fellow ...Don't you agree? 

That said, how about giving me a call (925) 382 8743 or an email and committing NOW for the new year to help out with Operation Bell Ringer????

On another note:
We need your experience, would you give us a little of your time?
We are now recruiting for the  Advisory Board Members for the Salvation Army-Delta Corps.... 
Those interested please take the time and call me at (925) 382 8743-cell for more information.... mj

Rick Lemyre and his group COME THROUGH

Rick Lemyre and his group have just given the Salvation Army-Delta Corps a huge lift by donating HUNDREDS of Toys.... we are still way short of the goal (1000) but the good Lord is looking out after us... Please Help this season by Bell Ringing, donating Toys or MONEY.....