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Salvation Army launches fundraiser to help homeless
Posted: Mar 1, 2010 7:44 PM by David Ortiviz
Updated: Mar 1, 2010 7:44 PM
The Salvation Army wants to renovate its building in Pueblo to provide permanent shelter for the homeless, but they're asking for your help. The non-profit group is trying to raise $700,000 in donations to fund the renovation project.
For starters, the Salvation Army says it plans to install showers, build a laundry room and remodel the kitchen. The building, which was built in the 1950s, also needs some other improvements.
The Salvation Army says its received a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant from the City of Pueblo. Also, the organization earmarked $50,000 of its funds for the project. Their goal is to raise the remaining 450,000 through private donations.
If you would like to help, you can make a donation by contacting the Salvation Army at 520 W. 13th St. or by calling them at 719-543-3656.
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