Press Release - The Salvation Army in Bend responds to feed wildfire evacuees and emergency responders of Akawa Butte Fire
The Salvation Army in Bend responds to feed wildfire evacuees and emergency responders of AkawaButte Fire
The public may stay informed about the Akawa Butte Fire by visiting: https://www.watchduty.org/
Why: As one of the nation’s major emergency relief organizations, The Salvation Army is on the ground before, during and after a disaster strikes.
The Salvation Army (TSA) Bend Corps and Community Center leader Alfonso Juarez and a team of staff and volunteers have been on-site at Sisters High School offering food, beverages, as well as emotional and spiritual care since Thursday evening. Approximately 450 meals and snacks, and 440 beverages has been served for evacuees, first responders and volunteers. Today, The Salvation Army plans to serve lunch and dinner, and TSA will remain on call as further meal deliveries are requested by the Red Cross.
Where: Sisters High School, 1700 W. McKinney Butte Rd., Sisters, OR 97759
The Salvation Army’s mission is to meet human needs in God’s name without discrimination.
“As a long-standing part of the community, The Salvation Army will continue to meet community needs during this time,” said Major Jonathan Harvey, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army Cascade Division. “Additional Emergency Disaster Teams are ready to deploy and assist the community as they are needed in the days ahead and as it is safe to do so.”
How to help: The Salvation Army in Bend will need the help and support of the community to continue to serve those in need. Monetary donations allow disaster responders to immediately meet the specific needs of the disaster. To find more information on how to donate and help, please visit: https://bend.salvationarmy.org/. Please send cash or checks (with memo stating Wildfire Support) to: 541 NE Dekalb Ave., Bend, OR 97701.
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