The Salvation Army In Westmoreland County Celebrates National Donut Day In a Big Way Thanks To The Donation Of A New $100,000 Disaster Response Unit Donated By Beacon Roofing Supply: Several Dignitaries On Hand For Dedication Ceremony
CARNEGIE, Pa., June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Friday, June 5th is a special day for The Salvation Army. Not only does the first Friday in June each year mark an important date in American food history, the celebration of National Donut Day raises awareness for the critical services that The Salvation Army provides to those in need every day. For the Westmoreland County Salvation Army, this year's Donut Day is particularly special. It is being celebrated with the unveiling of its new custom $100,000 Disaster Response Unit (DRU) donated by Beacon Roofing Supply, at a dedication ceremony beginning at 10 a.m. at The Salvation Army Delmont Service Center, located at 326 East Pittsburgh Street in Delmont. David Hall, Regional Vice President of Beacon Roofing Supply will be on hand to present the keys to The Salvation Army's Western Pennsylvania Divisional Commander, Major William H. Bode. "We are proud to present The Salvation Army with a new Emergency Disaster Response Unit. We strongly believe in their mission to serve others in need during a crisis and it is our honor to partner with them in this important community endeavor," remarked David Hall, Regional Vice President, Beacon Roofing Supply.
Major William H. Bode said, "Beacon Roofing Supply's support of The Salvation Army is a blessing. It is very difficult to serve effectively and efficiently without proper equipment. Thanks to their generosity, our staff and volunteers in Westmoreland County are better equipped to provide assistance to first responders and victims alike during times of great need. We thank God for friends and partners who express their support of others, whether it be in Westmoreland County or throughout the world."
Pennsylvania State Senator Kim Ward, State Representative Tim Krieger, and The Mayor of Delmont Borough Alyce Urban will all be on hand at the dedication ceremony to talk about the importance of The Salvation Army and to show their support. The Salvation Army band will provide music for the occasion, and "Donut Lassies" will be providing complimentary donuts donated by Entenmann's in celebration of National Donut Day.
The new Disaster Response Unit is outfitted with the latest equipment and technology to assist disaster response personnel in helping community members and first responders during and after emergency situations. The custom-designed and built unit features a fully functional kitchen where workers and volunteers can prepare meals to feed approximately 2,500 people per day.
About National Donut Day:
The Salvation Army established National Donut Day in 1938 to commemorate its service to soldiers during World War I. In 1917, about 250 Salvation Army volunteers traveled overseas and set up small huts located near the front lines where they could give soldiers clothes, supplies and baked goods. Conditions necessitated the clever idea of frying donuts in soldiers' helmets. Nicknamed "donut lassies," the women who served donuts to troops are often credited with popularizing the donut in the United States, when the troops (nicknamed "doughboys") returned home from war. The donut now serves as a symbol of the social services The Salvation Army provides to those in need. The Salvation Army still serves donuts, in addition to warm meals and hydration during times of disasters.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Both a church and a social service organization, The Salvation Army began in London, England in 1865 and celebrates 150 years of service in 2015. Today, it provides critical services in 126 countries worldwide. The 28-county Western Pennsylvania Division serves thousands of needy families through a wide variety of support services. To learn more about The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania, log onto www.wpa.salvationarmy.org, twitter.com/SalArmyPGH, or facebook.com/SalvationArmyWesternPA. The Salvation Army … Doing the most good . . . for the most people . . . in the most need.
About Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.
Founded in 1928, Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc. (NASDAQ: BECN) is the largest publicly traded distributor of residential and commercial roofing materials and complementary building products, operating 271 branches throughout 42 states in the U.S. and six provinces in Canada. In fiscal 2014, Beacon had sales of $2.3 billion. The company employs more than 3,000 associates. To learn more about Beacon and its family of regional brands, please visit www.becn.com.
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