Do you want to make a difference in your community? The Salvation Army of Racine is always looking for passionate volunteers to join our mission of helping our neighbors in need. Whether you have a few hours to spare, want to volunteer with your family, or are seeking ongoing opportunities, there are many ways to get involved.

Kids' Backpack Food Program

October - May

Food Sacks Delivery Assistance, Fridays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Healthy Kids' Dinner

Monday - Friday, the Program operates all year round

Assist with meal preparation: 12 - 3 p.m.

Assist with serving meals at COP Houses: 2:50 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Food Pantry

Wednesdays and Thursdays, the Program operates from January to November

 Pack food bags and serve food pantry recipients: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Other Opportunities

• Coats for Kids
• Stuff the Bus
• Kid's Backpack
• Collect and Donate Personal Care Products
• Christmas Toy Drive
• Red Kettle Bell Ringing

Want to volunteer?

Contact (262) 632-3147 or email us at uscracine@usc.salvationarmy.org 

Non-Financial Gifts

Host a Coat Drive

One in five children in Racine lives in poverty, and many come to school without a warm coat during the winter months. The Salvation Army’s Coats for Kids program provides an average of 1,200 coats each year to local children.

Coats are donated at drop-off sites across the city, including all Johnson Bank locations, and Cintas generously cleans all used coats. Distribution takes place each November through Racine Unified Schools, child-serving agencies, and families, with an additional distribution in January or February as donations continue.

We are grateful for the support of the Racine Community Foundation and Johnson Bank employees, whose contributions help keep children in our community warm.

Host a Food Drive

Food drives are a great way to support our Food Pantry and Kids’ Backpack Program. The Food Pantry serves about 400 clients each month, providing each household with enough food for three days. The Kids’ Backpack Program reaches around 1,200 children monthly, supplying food sacks with single-serve entrées, breakfast items, and snacks.  

To start a food drive, contact Jamie Read at (262) 632-3147 ext. 113.

Host a Toy Drive

New toys during the holiday season are always needed. If you are interested in making a donation, please bring it to the Corps.