Bringing Hope to Brown County Individuals and Families

This holiday season, thousands of local volunteers are preparing to ring bells at red kettles throughout Greater Green Bay. These familiar sights and sounds symbolize the launch of The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas Campaign, our largest fundraiser of the year. But the campaign extends beyond the red kettles, engaging the community through special events, mail appeals, and online platforms. The funds raised during the Christmas Campaign support essential services that continue well after the holiday decorations are put away and the bells have quieted.

Since 1891, The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay has been dedicated to meeting the basic, emergency, spiritual, and wellness needs of people in Brown County. True to our commitment to "Doing the Most Good," we offer a range of services, including a food pantry, hot lunches, showers, and case management support for those experiencing homelessness or hardship. We also provide educational and recreational programs for all ages, including seniors, and host cultural arts and ministry activities. 

Our presence in Green Bay includes two locations: the Corps Community Center located at 626 Union Ct. and the Kroc Community Center at 1315 Lime Kiln Rd. We warmly invite anyone seeking assistance, interested in our programs, or curious about ways to contribute to visit either location for a tour and learn more about our mission.

Of course, our work wouldn’t be possible without the time, talent, and generosity of our volunteers. Throughout the year, community members lend their support to our many programs, services, and special events. We welcome volunteers for all our initiatives and also appreciate monetary and in-kind donations from individuals and businesses. Essential items such as food, hygiene supplies, school supplies, and toys are always in demand, and as winter approaches, we also seek coats, blankets, warm socks, hats, mittens, and other cold-weather essentials for our homeless outreach. Additionally, our Adopt-a-Family program, active in December, provides Christmas gifts and household items for families in need, while our Silver Bells program brings gifts to local senior citizens.

Looking ahead, The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay is actively assessing community needs to identify service gaps and shape a strategic plan to enhance and expand our programming across both locations.

For a complete list of services, or to learn how you can get involved, visit SAGreenBay.org or GBKrocCenter.org.