The Salvation Army of Troy, NY
Serving Rensselaer County
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410 River St. Troy, NY 12180
P: (518) 272-4901
Our Produce Program
The Salvation Army Troy Produce Program runs every Wednesday. With funding from the Northeastern Regional Food Bank, we provide fresh vegetables and fruits to multiple locations. Through these efforts, over 250 families are served each week. This effort started from a territorial initiative called Strike Point that encouraged usto walk out of the building and into our community. When we were introduced to the S.A.L.T (Support And Learning Team) concept, we formed a S.A.L.T team, comprised of salvationists and the Envoys and took it a step further. In teams of two or three individuals, we started just knocking on the doors of the residences and getting to know them. One need that was frequently mentioned was a need for fresh vegetables and fruits which was something we could accomplish. We started by working with the administration of the Troy Housing Project. As the Kings produce program took shape; we saw the need to at least provide a Produce Day to other Troy Housing Senior Living complexes. One of the goals of both the Troy Salvation Army and the Regional Food Bank is to reach more seniors; this effort helped us both realize this goal. Currently, we are serving Martin Luther King Apartments, Taylor Apartments, Corliss Park and two senior complexes, Kane Apartments and Conway Court. This effort is completely volunteer run. We are excited about how God will provide us the opportunity to reach every low income housing complex in Troy and other residents who need fresh fruit and produce.
COVID-19 UPDATES
Due to the constantly evolving regulations and guidelines we are receiving from both county and state levels of government, for the latest updates regarding the operational status of our services please call us at (518) 272-4901.
If you are able, consider making a financial donation to support the needs of others in your community. As always, your donations stay local to meet local neighbors in need!
Support Our COVID-19 Relief Efforts
The novel Coronavirus is an unpredictable threat to all of us, and most especially those who The Salvation Army assists each day. Now more than ever, we need YOU!
See what changes we are implementing across the Empire State Division to ensure the safety of our clients, volunteers and staff.*
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The Salvation Army of Troy
One hundred and thirty years ago, the first Salvation Army officers opened a church in Troy offering soup, soap and salvation. In the early 1890s, they were driven out of town by roughnecks. Four years later, citizens of Troy begged for the return of the Army. The years have passed but the needs of the poor are still with us: poverty, hunger, unemployment, addictions. This is why The Salvation Army exists, to provide physical, spiritual, and emotional support to those in need.
Food Pantry
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the food pantry is open at here at the Troy Corps. An average of 35 people a day show up, where they will receive three days worth of food. Recipients can access the food pantry twice a month.
Fresh Food Distributions
Every Wednesday at the Corps and also sites Troy Housing Authority sites, Martin Luther King Jr. Apartments, Taylor Apartments, Corliss Park and two senior complexes, Kane Apartments and Conway Court. Over 250 families a week take advantage of this opportunity for fresh fruit and vegetables.
Community Dinner
Twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays, a community dinner is served and close to 100 people attend each day. The Salvation Army coordinates their dinner schedule with other feeding programs in Troy so that there is continuous coverage through the days of the week.
Baby Day
Once a month, there's an opportunity for new mothers and babies to share experiences, parenting skills and receive diapers, formula and other baby needs.
Schedule of Activities
| Sunday | |
| Children's Sunday School | 10:00AM - 11:00AM |
| Adult Sunday School | 10:00AM - 11:00AM |
| Holiness Meeting | 11:00AM |
| Monday | |
| Food Pantry | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Community Dinner | 4:00PM - 5:30PM |
| Men's Meeting | 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| Tuesday | |
| Food Pantry | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Women's Meeting | 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| Wednesday | |
| Food Pantry | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Prayer Meeting | 6:00PM - 7:00PM |
| Fresh Food Distribution | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Thursday | |
| Food Pantry | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Narcotics Anonymous | 6:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Friday | |
| Food Pantry | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Baby Day (Monthly) | 11:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Community Dinner | 4:00PM - 5:30PM |