ANNUALREPORT

2009

Doing the most good

Adult Rehabilitation Center Advisory CouncilJudge Roland Candee, Council Chairman

Patricia Selleck

Phyllis Siebert

Laurel Speier

Sharon Stiles

Mary Thibault

Barbara Ulshoffer

Carole Walte

Melinda Weidner

Sue Wyant

Doing the most good

Cynthia Adamson

William Allen

Karen Bakula

Haskell Berry

Larry Booth

Linda Clifford

Susan Cordonnier

Cheryl Dell

Karl Dinse

Michael Dourgarian

Kirk Dowdell

Robert Earl

Norman Eilert

Nancy Fisher

John Frisch

David Garese

Joan Grenz Buehler

Robert Hall

Scott Hanson

Michael Hau

Allan Howard

Collette Johnson-Schulke

Kirk Karacozoff

Jack Kimmel

Sotiris Kolokotronis

Oleta Lambert

Nancy McGagin

Diane Mizell

Bruce Mosley

John Passerello

Forrest Plant Jr.

Chevo Ramirez

Gary Roberts

Barbara Ross

Wornel Simpson

Warren Smith

Richard Steere

Timothy Stenvick

Chris Strain

Gregory Thatch

William Townsend

Shirley Uplinger

William Watson

Rick Weidner

Jayne Williams

Richard Wise

Sacramento Metro Advisory BoardWilliam Martin, Board Chairman

William Allen

Linda Beymer

Ron Ellis

Barbara Field

Judge Maryanne Gilliard

Jeff Hammond

Michael Hau

Michael Kimmel

Nancy McGagin

John Passerello

Debra Phipps

John Saltnes

Olivia Askelson

Barbara Bassinger

Janet Buehler

Carol Camponovo

Barbara Chaccour

Linda Clifford

Iris Cochlan

Grace Daniel

Sharon Dennis

Fran Diaz

Cathleen Dougherty

Kristin Enes

Women’s AuxiliaryMarla Andersen, Auxiliary President

Jackie Farrell

Ruth Gottlieb

Joan Grenz Buehler

Sandra Hau

Elsie Hayes

Syndee Hendricks

Anne Higbe

Nell Johnson

Kari Kelso

Jan Kernan

Patty Kleinknecht

Judith Larson

Debi Llata

Margaret Machado

Laura McCoy

Sue McNamera

Gail McNulty

Debbie Michel

Lillian Monson

Gloria Phillips

Diane Priest

Roxy Pullam

Melva Richards

Patricia Scharrer

AdvisoryOrganizations

N. Richard Smith

Lynne Verdone

Kenneth Weeks

Rick Weidner

Doing the most good

Thank you... for helping us help others.

MajorDouglas F. Riley

Del OroDivisional

Commander

Dear Friends,

2009 was a remarkable year for our country and for The Salvation Army in Sacramento. Facing a great deal of adversity, we marched forward through one of the worst recessions in recent history by responding to more people and touching more lives than ever before.

Given these economic difficulties, it has been a challenge for The Salvation Army to meet needs at an ever increasing level, but through the good and bad times, it is our mission to serve.

Despite circumstances and past travails, I hear story after story of survival, of persistence and of hope for the future. Out of the ashes of devastation comes the shining light of hope. Daily, these stories provide momentum to those helping us to overcome the obstacles. Through the support of volunteers and donors who have come forward during these difficult times, The Salvation Army is able fight this battle to feed the hungry, provide homes for the homeless and help give hope to those in despair.

I am in awe of the responsibility and daily opportunities The Salvation Army has to serve the community and to make a lasting difference.

My prayer is that you will continue to fight this war with us. We need your help to continue moving forward.

Thank you for joining us and for helping to change a life forever.

God bless you.

Vintage Photo Key

COVER:

Late1800s. The Salvation Army Sacramento brass band.

1927. Hotel Enterprise includes “Old Clothes Made New”

exchange program.

Thanksgiving 2004. Major Doug Riley counsels homeless man.

INSIDE PAGES:

1963. Salvation Army soldiers delivering Christmas food.

1885. Major Alfred Wells and Salvationists hold first open

air meeting outside the Firehouse on 2nd Street in Old

Sacramento.

BACK COVER:

1974. Lt. Michael Shepherd making an appearance at KXTV

promoting annual bell ringing campaign.

Center of Hope Men’s & Women’s ShelterThis 124-bed facility provides homeless men and women a 30-day stay and the potential for three additional 10-day extensions (for a total of a 60-day maximum stay). Our clients receive food, lodging, case management, linkage to temporary and permanent housing and to other supportive social services needed to overcome homelessness one step at a time.

Interim Care ProgramIn a wing at our Center of Hope, and in partnership with four local hospitals: Kaiser Permanente, Mercy Healthcare, Sutter Medical Center and UC Davis Health System, along with The Effort, we operate a 28-bed shelter program for homeless men and women while they recuperate following their discharge.

Men’s & Women’s Shelter

Total People Served........2,014(Unduplicated)

Meals ...................... 159,178

Lodgings .................... 53,194

Interim Care Program

Total Clients Admitted .......128

Family Services

Food Boxes ...................8,650

Utility Assistance ...............884

Rental Assistance ................97

Emergency Lodging ............59

Bus Tickets & Gasoline Vouchers .........240

Items Distributed (Clothes, Furniture, etc.) .................49

Adult Rehabilitation CenterThe Adult Rehabilitation Center is a six-month program designed to help transition individuals into a productive life. Individuals receive housing, nourishing meals and medical care. One hundred percent of the program cost is raised through the sale of donated goods through the Salvation Army Thrift Stores.

Adult Rehabilitation Center

Admissions.......................255

Lodgings .................... 32,234

Assisting Local FamiliesThe goal of Family Services is to strengthen and unify the family unit by providing:

• Food Boxes to people in need of emergency assistance, up to six times a year. Major food contributors include Raley’s Food for Families and Sacramento Association of REALTORS Christmas CanTree

• Utility Assistance (PG&E/REACH, SMUD, Water and Garbage) • Rental Assistance for move-in rental housing• Flood Disaster Victim Assistance in the form of vouchers• Emergency Lodging to house a client in a motel for two nights or more• Bus Tickets & Gasoline Vouchers for emergency travel

A Clean LifeThere was a time when Regina thought The Salvation

Army just salvaged used goods.

“I thought they take in junk,” Regina said. “But I soon

realized that they actually salvaged lives.”

The Salvation Army helped Regina and her husband,

Victor, with their recurring substance abuse problem.

Victor attended the Adult Rehabilitation Program and

Regina received support and encouragement from The

Army’s church in Oak Park.

“They taught me to let go of my problems and let God

(handle them),” Victor said. “It was like a complete 180

degree turnaround.”

Community Center

Total Participants .........37,724

Youth Basketball .............. 240

Camp Attendance

Camp Del Oro ................ 117

Summer Day Camp ......... 870

Child Care

Total Days ..................7,767

Pre-School and After-School ProgramsWorking to make a difference in the lives of today’s youth, our state-funded Child Development Center offers year-round affordable childcare for pre-school children ages three to five years old. The staff works closely with parents to develop healthy children and strong parenting relationships.

For children ages 5 to 12, our privately-funded Education Program offers affordable child care before and after school. Children receive homework assistance using laptop computers, structured recreation, arts and crafts, as well as social skills and spiritual development.

Ray Robinson Oak Park Community CenterThe Ray Robinson Oak Park Community Center’s sports activities include year-round basketball leagues for all ages, cheerleading, family volleyball, and badminton for seniors.

Camping Fun-filled camping programs offer a spiritual foundation, healthy self-esteem and much-needed life skills. Camp Del Oro near Nevada City is a 125-acre camp featuring a lake, rock climbing wall, and a team challenge course. Summer camping provides children with a life-changing adventure through activities including music, swimming, archery, canoeing, volleyball and crafts in the fresh air of the Sierra mountains.

A New Attitude

A Clean Life

When Regina was a fourth grader, the last thing she

was known for was her patience.

“She used to be easily angered for the littlest things

and wouldn’t try to work out the problem,” said Regina’s

mother, Patricia.

That all changed when Regina entered the Salvation

Army’s after-school program.

“I grew mentally and emotionally,” said Regina. “The

teachers were very patient with me. Being in the program, I

learned how to make friends and how to be polite.”

Regina is now a B-student in eighth grade, and she

believes she is ready for high school.

Christmas AssistanceNo other season is more special to The Salvation Army than Christmas. It is the time in which The Army gives back to our community in a big way. None of the assistance would happen, though, without the help of the Sacramento community, which has always stepped up to donate in so many ways: giving monetarily to the Red Kettle program, contributing nonperishable food items, and donating new toys. Because of that generosity, The Salvation Army has been able to assist thousands of needy families and individuals.

Christmas Assistance

Total Served ............... 22,461

Toys ........................... 24,114

Food Boxes ....................7963

News10 Coats for Kids

Coats Distributed ........ 10,176 VolunteersWe would not be able to meet the needs of the Sacramento community without the help of our volunteers who have given so much of their time to assist The Army with Christmas Distribution, Coats for Kids, the Center of Hope, and youth programs, just to name a few.Volunteers

Total Hours ............... 34,236

Value ................... $693,279

Based on estimated national hourly rate of $20.25www.independentsector.org

Emergency Disaster Services (EDS)The Salvation Army provides relief services to communities impacted by both natural and man-made disasters until the services are no longer needed. EDS’s primary goals are to offer material, physical, spiritual and emotional comfort. Local emergency disaster services were utilized when the mobile canteen traveled to South Lake Tahoe during the Angora Fire of June 2007. The Salvation Army continues to help residents with both short-term assistance and long-term recovery.

Joy of Giving Back

In 1999, Tatyana Siniy had just

moved her whole family from Ukraine to

Sacramento. With very little money on

her, she decided to apply for Christmas

assistance from The Salvation Army.

“Without their help,” Siniy said, “I

wouldn’t be able to afford to pay for

food and toys.”

Her children learned a valuable

lesson from that Christmas.

“They learned to share the toys

with each other,” she said. “After that,

I noticed that they would give gifts to

other children as well. Now, they are

all grown up and they all try to help

(families in need). To see them learn

that has meant a lot to me.”

Financial ReportINCOME

Public Support & Revenue Public Contributions $2,381,798 20%

Gifts-In-Kind 1,462,486 13%

Special Fund Raising Events 82,001 1%

Program Service Fees 99,301 1%

Fees & Grants from Government Agencies 1,434,966 12%

Miscellaneous Support 15,606 0%

Adult Rehabilitation Center 5,593,529 50548%

Endowments 549,060 5%

Total Income $11,618,747

EXPENSES

Support Services Management & General (Fund Raising) $1,026,421 9%

Program Services Family Services 2,238,223 19%

Shelter Services 1,582,853 13%

Day Care Center 389,762 3%

Community Center 246,038 2%

Education Program 198,585 2%

Corps Programs 760,406 6%

Adult Rehabilitation Center 5,593,529 46%

Total Expenses $ 12,035,817

Lives changed Made possible through your donations and support.

During the

fiscal year ending

September 30, 2009 ...

Just 9 percent of

each dollar went to

management and

other general expenses

in Sacramento.

THE

SALVATION

ARMY

SACRAMENTO

METRO

Sacramento Citadel Corps2550 Alhambra Blvd.Sacramento, CA 95817(916) 452-9388

Sacramento Korean Corps9416 Kiefer Blvd. #4Sacramento, CA 95826(916) 369-9940

Ray Robinson Oak ParkCommunity Center2540 Alhambra Blvd.Sacramento, CA 95817(916) 452-2968

Family Services4350 Raley Blvd. #200Sacramento, CA 95838(916) 678-4010

Shelter Services1200 North B StreetSacramento, CA 95811(916) 442-0331

Child Development Center2550 Alhambra Blvd.Sacramento, CA 95817(916) 451-4230

Camp Del Oro20864 Rector RoadNevada City, CA 95959(530) 264-4700

Adult Rehabilitation Center1615 D StreetSacramento, CA 95814(916) 441-5267

Pick-Up of Clothing or Household Items(800) SA -TRUCK

www.salarmysacto.orgPO Box 340699Sacramento, CA 95834 (916) 563-3700

The Salvation Army,

an international

movement, is an

evangelical part

of the universal

Christian Church.

Its message is

based on the Bible.

Its ministry is

motivated by

the love of God.

Its mission is

to preach the

Gospel of Jesus Christ

and to meet

human needs

in His name

without

discrimination.

Since 1865,

The Salvation Army’s

founding principles have

rested in the ability

to create sustainable

programs and services –

lifting spirits, and

ultimately ...

Doing The Most Good!