Alpena Corps in action
May 19, 2025
Kathy, a dedicated client advocate at The Salvation Army for 25 years, plays a pivotal role in helping families and individuals navigate their most urgent needs. From running a food pantry and coordinating utility assistance to distributing personal care items, Kathy ensures that the organization’s resources make a real difference. She emphasizes how rising food prices have made food insecurity a top concern, with families often struggling to make tough choices between paying bills and buying groceries. Kathy’s work is deeply personal; she recalls moments when people have thanked her in public, saying, “You just don’t know how much that meant to us.”
For Kathy, the mission of The Salvation Army is about more than just providing aid—it’s about being a compassionate presence. She makes it clear to donors that every penny counts, saying, “We take God’s money and use it wisely.” Whether it’s helping someone avoid eviction or supplying food to a struggling family, Kathy’s heartfelt dedication is a direct reflection of the community’s generosity. As she puts it, “Without donor support, we wouldn’t be able to help these people.”
