News Release

WARSAW — The Salvation Army, serving Kosciusko County, has experienced a 17% increase in requests for services, especially in its Choice Food Pantry, according to Envoy Ken Locke, administrator.

“We checked the number in comparison to last year, and we have experienced an increase in assistance,” Locke said.

Locke said The Salvation Army is seeing many seniors, single parents and now grandparents raising their grandchildren coming in for help.

“Rising food prices, energy and just the cost of living has really affected those who are on low or fixed income,” he continued. “You know times are hard when people are asking for powdered milk and other basic needs like hygiene items. This is how it was in 2009 when the economy dipped.”

The Salvation Army helped 2,066 households with food, energy, transportation and other assistance in 2023.

“We appreciate everyone who supports our ministry to others in the name of Jesus and ask for prayer for our mission,” Locke said.

For more information, go to sawarsaw.org or call (574) 267-5361.