Employee Profile
Debbie Avolin
Debbie Avolin is one of the longest serving employees currently at the Salvation Army. Ms. Avolin started at the Salvation Army in 1998 as a Social Worker/Case Worker for the Life Sufficiency program, and was promoted to Social Services Director in 2001. "I truly believe in what the Salvation Army stands for," Ms. Avolin commented, "The services we provide have a huge impact on the individuals and families that we are privileged to serve - it gives them a gentle lift up until they can get back up on their feet." Ms. Avolin is the first person to recognize that it is often difficult for individuals to ask for help in their time of need, and she ensures that every person that comes through the doors of the Salvation Army is treated with the upmost dignity and respect. Ms. Avolin explains this, saying "We're just continuing William Booth's mission of helping those individuals in need, in crisis, without judgment."
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Restructuring of Salvation Army Board
Strategically meeting needs of the community
The Salvation Army serving Durham, Orange and Person counties is in the process of restructuring
 fully utilize the talent of its members. "With the twin challenges of increased need and reduced funding from traditional sources, we need to be able to respond faster," said James Bick, Chairman of the Advisory Board, "Board committees will better utilize the skills and passion of our volunteers in supporting our staff in their daily work in the community." Read more... |
Announcing Release of New Booklet
Incorporation of new marketing techniques
In an effort to improve our marketing efforts and increase our visibility among residents of
Durham,Orange and Person counties, The Salvation Army is announcing the release of a new booklet to help inform the public about the multitude of services we have, designed to help to community members in need. Read more...
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Increasing Collaborative Partnerships
With local organizations that help our community
The Salvation Army is looking to increase its number of collaborative partnerships with local
 organizations who also engage in activities with the goal of helping our local community. "We know solutions to our community's problems are out there, it's just a matter of putting the pieces together", said Martin Banning, Resource Development Director at the Salvation Army. Read more...
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Working through 'Jobs for Life'
Making progress in improving people's lives
On April 21, the Jobs for Life program proudly graduated three students from their spring 2013  class. Angela Watkins, Kischa Nelson, and Connell Green proudly stood in front of friends, family and mentors as accomplished graduates with a bright future ahead of them. Since late February, teachers and students have been coming together on a bi-weekly basis to discuss and learn about important life tools necessary for a successful future. Read more... |
Join Us for a Fundraising Breakfast
Raising Money for the Boys and Girls Club
The Salvation Army of Durham, Person and Orange counties is hosting its first fundraising
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Plan Ahead for Summer 2013
Consider the B&GC Summer Camp for Children
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Healthy Living Events for Youth
Improving health outcomes in our community
the next few months, targeting the members of the Boys and Girls Club in an effort to improve the health outcomes of youth in our community. Read more...
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Customer Appreciation Day
Special Events at the Family Store
The Family Store recently held its annual Customer Appreciation Day, in an effort to thank  our customers for their loyalty and support. As always, the Salvation Army uses sales from the Family Store to fund many of its outreach programs; we transform reusable goods into much needed funding to help underprivileged members of our community. This year, Paulette of Zebulon, NC won the drawing for a $250 voucher to the Salvation Army Family Store. Congratulations, Paulette! |
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