PRESS RELEASE
The Salvation Army Continues Response to Willmar Tornado
Youth volunteers to receive Salvation Army support Thursday
WILLMAR, Minn. – July 16, 2008 – The Salvation Army responded to Friday’s tornado by providing meals and hydration to dozens of emergency workers as they assisted survivors of the devastating twister that destroyed three houses and damaged homes and businesses.
The Salvation Army will provide the same services Thursday for dozens of youth volunteers from Calvary Lutheran of Mora as they pick up wood, metal and other debris that has littered nearby farm fields.
“We are proud to assist these young volunteers as they help clean Willmar,” said Randy Stahl, administrator of the Willmar Salvation Army.
Stahl served emergency workers hundreds of meals all weekend long from a mobile feeding unit (canteen). Most of the hot dogs, sandwiches, chili, ham and other foods were donated by Cub Foods, Pizza Ranch and Cash Wise Foods.
“We are very thankful for the contributions made by these generous local companies,” Stahl added.
To donate to the Willmar Salvation Army, click below or call 800-SAL-ARMY and designate your contribution “Willmar.” Checks with the same designation can be mailed to 521 SW 4th St., Willmar, MN 56201.
