Salvation Army reports rising demand, seeks staffing and equipment support
Jun 23, 2026
Kathy Pinkerton of the Salvation Army told the board the organization is seeing more people seeking services, will receive county funds for rent and utility assistance starting in July, has applied for a DNR grant to replace a failed halal freezer, and has submitted an AmeriCorps grant to add a three-quarter time resource navigator.
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Kathy Pinkerton of the Salvation Army updated the Story County Board of Supervisors on service demand and operational needs. Pinkerton said the agency continues to see increasing numbers of people using the pantry and shelter programs, and she thanked the board for Story County funding that will support rent and utility assistance beginning in July to prevent homelessness.
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