Salvation Army in Charlotte calls for community help during upcoming heat wave
With temperatures continuing to climb throughout the summer months, The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte is asking for help to keep fellow Charlotteans cool.
The Salvation Army is introducing an overflow space for women and children to combat the extreme heat this summer.
Doors open at 1 p.m. at the Spratt Street location in uptown. Individuals will have access to a cool indoor space, cafeteria amenities and water throughout the day, says the nonprofit.
The center cooling center will be open on a first come, first served basis from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
To assist new overflow guests and shelter guests during extreme weather, the Salvation Army is requesting the community to make financial donations at this website.
Additionally, the nonprofit is requesting the following supply donations:
Cases of water
Gatorade/Powerade/sports drinks
Cooling towels
Twin sheets and bath towels
In the upcoming week, temperatures are expected to continue to rise well above 90 degrees and consistently be in the triple digits, according to weather reports.
Donations can be dropped off at The Salvation Army Center of Hope, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“No one should have to endure dangerous temperatures without shelter. That’s why we open our doors even wider,” said Kellee Hicks, director of program services at the Center of Hope, said in a statement to The Charlotte Observer.
“With the community’s help in donating water, cooling supplies, and financial contributions, we can offer relief and provide a safe place to escape the heat.”
Charlotte Area Transit System is continuing to offer free rides to other cooling stations around the county. Click here for more details.
More on the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte has assisted the Mecklenburg and surrounding communities since 1904.
The nonprofit provides care including feeding and sheltering women and families experiencing homelessness, providing out-of-school youth programming, Christmas assistance, adult rehabilitation and disaster relief, according to the Salvation Army.
For more information, visit SalvationArmyCharlotte.org.
