James

At a low point in his life, James found himself divorced and trying to pay child support for his two boys and trying to keep up with other financial obligations and things got very tight very quickly, financially. Feeling like he was barely keeping his head above water, a friend referred him to The Salvation Army.

James discovered that, based on his income, he qualified to receive food from the food pantry that helped stretch his budget enough to get by each month. Life began to stabilize for James, and while he didn't make a lot, he felt lead to give 10% of his income to his church and trust God to get him through each month. Month-after-month he found God faithful to meet his needs and the needs of his children.

At 62 James was able to receive his retirement and suddenly found himself making more than he had in years. Recalling the kindness The Salvation Army showed him when he most needed support he began volunteering at his local center. Today he volunteers twice a week and helps with everything from picking up food donations and stocking and sorting the food to helping others bring their food pantry items out to their cars. "I was just looking for ways to support the community and give back to those who had helped me when I needed it most," says James.