736 W. Main Street • Lexington, KY 40508 • (859) 252-7706 • Visit us on the Web: www.SalvationArmyLex.org

A Benefit For Homeless Kids407 Homeless Children were assisted last year along with their families.

REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 1st

To register go to www.salvationarmylex.orgor email andrea.kaler@use.salvationarmy.org

Making a Difference Through LemonAiDSeventeen year old Matthew Denny is in his junior year of high school. He loves

playing Ultimate Frisbee and video games and is working towards achieving his EagleScout, the highest rank available through the Boy Scouts of America. He’s not surewhat he wants to be when he grows up, but his current thoughts range betweenbecoming a lawyer and, as Matthew jokes, “traveling the world with [his] guitar”.

In all the busyness that being a teenager can bring, Matthew finds time each yearto make a difference for homeless kids through LemonAiD. For each of the past fouryears, Matthew and his friends have organized a LemonAiD stand at a local farmer’smarket, asking for freewill donations to help care for the kids at The Salvation Army’s

Emergency Homeless Shelter. Each year they’ve raised over $500 to help pay for basic necessities like food, shelter,school clothing, diapers, formula, and childcare.

His dad, Mike, says LemonAiD has helped Matthew grow in his leadership skills and learn that “doing good isits own reward”. Matthew says he’s been blessed each year, seeing the generosity of his community as customersregularly give $5, $10, and even $20 for a glass of lemonade.

For those who may be thinking about hosting a LemonAiD stand this year, Matthew says, in true Boy Scoutfashion, that the key to success is to “Be prepared.” As he recounts stories from years past, he notes that it also helpsto have a parent on hand to run to the store for more cups when the community’s generosity begins to overflow!

Last year The Salvation Army’s Emergency Shelter was a safe haven for 407 homeless children. They arrived intimes of crisis, and were met with shelter to keep them safe and food to end their hunger. They were enrolled inschool and welcomed into our early learning & youth programs to help them overcome the educational barriers thatoften trap them in a cycle of poverty. Case managers walked alongside their families, helping them build a strongfoundation for a stable future. Last summer, 475 local children hosted a LemonAiD stand, together raising $59,573.00to make these services possible.

Matthew Denny

Have your own LemonAiD Standin the month of July

July 1st – LemonAiD Kick Off

August 5th – LemonAiD Finale

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES• Boys and Girls Club Golf Scramble -

$2,500, $500 and $200• Angel Tree Support - $1,000• Red Kettle Campaign - $2,500• Annual Christmas Breakfast Roast - $5,000 and $2,000• Scott County Golf Outing - $1,000 and $100• LemonAiD - $10,000 and $1,000

For more details on the various events and sponsorshiprecognition opportunities, contact Bruce Manor,Development Coordinator, by phone at (859) 252.7706 ext.117 or by email at bruce.manor@use.salvationarmy.org

Together We AreTransforming Lives!

2015 Service Highlights

Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing• 157,208 meals

were served tohomelesschildren andadults

• 47,193 nights ofshelter wereprovided forfamilies andwomen

• 1,532 citizens

• 5,498 children weregiven Christmas gifts

• 313 youth wereserved through theSA Boys & Girls Club

• 106 children ages 6 wks–5 yrs. wereserved through theEarly LearningCenter

Case worker Paige Bolingworking with a client

Human Services & Emergency Assistance• 54,830 persons

were assisted withbasic andemergency needs(food, clothing,rent & utilityassistance)

• 139,706 garmentswere distributed

• 597 patientsreceived freetreatment at the Clinic

received shelter and comprehensive services• 705 adult residents received job training and life

skills classes• 646 residents re-entered the community by

obtaining suitable housing!

Services to Children and Youth

UK Salvation ArmyMedical Clinic

Boys and Girls Club members

• 1,708 hours of tutoring and homework help wereprovided

A Message from MajorsThomas and Susan Hinzman“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.The old has gone, the new has come!” 2 Corinthians 5:17

Spring has certainly arrived here in Central Kentucky!The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and wintercoats have been traded for sunglasses and t-shirts. We findit hard to believe that we were struggling against ice, snow,and freezing temperatures just a few short weeks ago. It’s afunny thing, how quickly we forget the trials we haveovercome as we leave them for a brighter future.

For those we serve, spring comes as they leave behindfear, hunger, and instability and welcome hope, fullstomachs, and opportunities. Last year, because of yourgenerous support, nearly 50,000 community members hadthe resources they needed to build a strong foundation fortheir future. Homeless women and single parent familiesfound a safe haven at our emergency shelter and a secondchance through resources such as job skills classes andcase management. Families who faced impossibledecisions when their paycheck couldn’t meet their basicneeds found food to alleviate their hunger, clothing toprepare them for work, and medical care to return themto health through our food pantry, clothing bank, and freemedical clinic. Vulnerable young children, over one-thirdof which were homeless, found a strong start to life withindividualized educational support at our Early LearningCenter. Youth who faced an uncertain future with limitededucational opportunities found a safe place to learn,guided by caring adults at our after-school and summeryouth programs.

As you read a few of their stories throughout thisnewsletter, know that yoursupport, combined with thelove and power of ourheavenly Father, is helpingothers start anew.

Many Blessings,

Majors Thomas & Susan HinzmanCentral Kentucky Area Coordinators

Early Learning Center Drumming to a New BeatThere is a new sound coming from the hallways of our Early

Learning Center and it might not be one that you would expect. Twice aweek Eddie George, The Salvation Army’s Music Coordinator, makes aspecial trip over to our Early Learning Center to spread the joy of music.The children are learning about different instruments and the soundsthey make. “Learning how to play an instrument has many benefitsbeyond the obvious musical abilities,” explained Eddie. “While playingmusic, students are learning to follow instruction, discovering how tosuccessfully cooperate as a team, and improving cognitive and motorskills. Students who receive early music education, even basicintroduction to simple rhythms and songs, get a jump start on theireducation, and are laying the foundation for future success.” Thechildren are currently learning how to play the drums. Teachers have

noticed the children have become more focused and are listening to instructions more. “The children are veryenthusiastic and excited about music class. The drums are their favorite to play so far.” added MagdalenaGolinska, Director of The Early Learning Center. Each year The Salvation Army’s Early Learning Center servesover one hundred low-income children. Last year over one third of the children served were homeless.

ELC student playing the drums

Jessamine County Family Pays it Forward

Boys and Girls Club Making an Impact on FamiliesSeven year old Justin enjoys science, gym, and playing games on the computer. He

tells us that he wants to be a scientist when he grows up. At The Salvation Army Boys &Girls Club, Justin has access to the support he’ll need to reach that bright futureincluding help with homework, health & wellness education, and a technology center.

Justin has been participating in youth programs at The Salvation Army for nearlytwo years and Yhasmin says it’s making a difference. She tells us that her son hasbecome more social and has started interacting more with other kids. Justin says he’slearned how to listen to others.

Yhasmin adds that The Salvation Army’s programs have been “a lifesaver” for thewhole family. As a single mom, Yhasmin works full time and often does not get homeuntil after 5 p.m. When school is cancelled due to weather Justin attends the Boys & GirlsClub’s No School Fun Days so his mom can still go to work. Without the Boys & GirlsClub, Yhasmin says, “I would lose my job”.

As a single mother, Angie Tillman works hard to support her family includingher 5th grade daughter Kendyl and her elderly mother. Often they are able tomake ends meet, but when work becomes less frequent Angie turns to TheSalvation Army for help. Angie is currently looking for full time employment, butin the meantime she’s volunteering at our Jessamine County Service Center,paying forward the help she has received.

She isn’t the only one in her family with a heart for serving others. A fewyears ago, Kendyl asked her elementary school principal to ask if she couldorganize a food drive to help those in need. She persistently followed the school’sprocedures, even presenting her idea to the local school board! In the end, Kendyland her classmates gathered 10 large boxes worth of donated food. This pastChristmas, Kendyl put her kind heart and organizational skills to work for othersonce again, organizing a toy drive to benefit our Angel Tree Program.

Kendyl isn’t sure what she wants to be when she grows up, but there’s one thing she knows for sure -- shewants to continue helping others and making a difference for her community, just like her mom.

Angie and Kendyl Tillman

Justin Hughey andhis mom Yhasmin

Wish List:Boys & Girls Club• Family Friendly DVD’s• Board Games• Kick Balls/4 Square BallsShelter• Twin Size Sheets and Blankets• Washcloths & Towels• Shower Shoes• Large Print BiblesEarly Learning Center• Hard Cover Books (Infants & Toddlers)• Crib sized Sheets• Tricycles

Our Food PantriesGeorgetown• Peanut Butter• Canned Meat• Pasta & SauceJessamine County• Peanut Butter• Instant Potatoes• CerealLexington• Peanut Butter• Pasta & Spaghetti Sauce• Canned Meats & Vegetables

The Salvation ArmyCentral Kentucky Area Services

Lexington Worship & Service Center736 West Main Street

Lexington, KY 40508 • (859) 252-7706Jessamine County Service Unit

205 S. First Street, Nicholasville, KY(859) 881-4241

Scott County Corps Community Center100 Washington SquareGeorgetown, KY 40324

(502) 863-1551

Visit us online atwww.salvationarmylex.org

Save The Date Your Contribution CanSend A Child To Camp

RESIDENTIAL CAMPCamp SWONEKY

$300/child sponsorshipCorps Community Camp: June 17 – 23

Music & Art Camp: June 27 – July 2SUMMER DAY CAMP

Boys & Girls Club$90/week/child (Ages 6 – 14)

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm

THE WILLIAM BOOTH SOCIETYThe William Booth Society is The Salvation Army’s most prestigious donor recognitionprogram. It is named for the founder of The Salvation Army who began helpingindividuals in London who were considered outcasts of society –the homeless, the poorand the destitute. William Booth Society members are invariably among the leaderswho cause positive change in their communities. All are committed to go beyond mereconcern and to take action by making an annual gift of $5,000 or more.

The Founders Circle ($100,000 +)Kroger Co.The Spray FoundationAnonymous (1)

The Evangeline Booth Circle ($25,000 - $49,999)Hoskins Family FoundationThomson R. Bryant, Jr. & Betty R. Bryant Fund at Blue Grass Community FoundationWhitaker Bank Corporation of Kentucky

The George Scott Railton Circle ($10,000 - $24,999)Betty Jane AddingtonBall HomesJ. W. and Jay Scott BallardBig Ass Solutions John P. Pope FoundationColumbia Gas of KentuckyThomas B. ClarkTom CorderGood Samaritan FoundationDoug and Marilyn Gray

William Booth Society Member ($5,000 - $9,999)100 WomenA.B. Alphin, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Chuck AmesDon and Mira BallMark and Judith BongardBlue and CompanyBoys and Girls Club of AmericaPatricia BryantLt. Colonels Howard and Patricia BurrSusan Walmer Burton DMDMr. and Mrs. Davis and Lucy Bo BusseyCar Town KIA USACentral Bank & TrustConway Family Charitable Fund at

Blue Grass Community FoundationJames and Margaret CurnowMajors Randall and Patricia DavisFayette Heating and AirFrances Hollis Brain FoundationGeorge GinterR. Lafayette and Peggy GrantJames and Nancy GravesMr. Bruce F. HolleJohn P. Pope FoundationIn Memory of Joseph William MinorJoseph E. and Sheryl S. Jones

M. Melinda Karns, CPAKentucky American WaterKentucky Blood CenterKentucky Utilities CompanyMajors Frank and Sherrie KlemanskiLEX 18Lexington Cemetery CompanyBryan and Jennifer MattinglyMajors Earl and Annette McInnesNathan and Ellen MillerSam and Beth MitchellPNC FoundationTonya F. Prats, CPAPaul and Cheri PungratzCarolyn F. PurcellGeneral Paul A. and Commissioner Kay F. RaderThomas and Margaret RiddleSONIC America’s Drive-InJudy Love and William ThielenMajors Kellus and Marcia VanoverDr. Paul and Anne VincentWhitaker Foundation, Inc.Jack and Joan WhitakerMr. and Mrs. Frank D. and Clara Whitney Mr. and Mrs. James R. WielandAnonymous (12)

TBAThe Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club GolfOuting & Silent Auction. For more informationcontact Scott VanFossen at (859) 252-2582 orscott.vanfossen@use.salvationarmy.org

June 7Early Learning Center Graduation at 6:30 pm.The Salvation Army Chapel, 736 W. MainStreet, Lexington, KY 40508

June 17Scott County Golf Outing to benefit TheSalvation Army social services in Scott County.Contact Lt. Joseph Hansen at (502) 863-1551for information.

July 1 – July 31 (Finale – July 30)(Finale – August 5)LemonAiD a benefit for homeless kids.Register at salvationarmylex.org or call (859) 252-7706.

Hilary Boone Foundation, IncorporatedIn Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Richard W.

and Ruth McCornackMs. Virginia F. MurphyGeorgia H. RodesMr. Joseph C. TangToyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.John B. Van MeterAnonymous (5)

The Catherine Mumford Booth Circle($50,000 - $99,999)Kelly Knight and Joe Craft Matching Grant