The Salvation Army Texarkana Women's Auxiliary

10/08/2026

It’s Almost Angel Tree Time! 🎄

The magic of Christmas is just around the corner. The Salvation Army Angel Tree officially kicks off Friday, November 13, at noon!

The Salvation Army has been busy accepting applications, and now it’s OUR turn to help make Christmas special for children in our community.

Have you signed up for your two shifts? Now is the perfect time to sign up or double-check your schedule. And if you’d like to work more than two shifts, we would LOVE that. IMPORTANT UPDATE. The volunteer sign-up link shared at our September meeting was incorrect. Please use the updated link to sign up or confirm your shifts. We apologize for any confusion.

Bring a friend. Volunteering is even more fun with a friend! Just remember to register each person separately with their name and email address for the date and time they wish to work.

Every shift makes a difference. Thanks to caring volunteers like YOU, children in our community will experience the joy and excitement of Christmas morning.

Thank you for sharing your time and helping make Christmas wishes come true.

Angel Tree
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Bell Ringing will be at the Arkansas Walmart Super Center on December 6

Bell Ringing, Pharmacy Door
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Bell Ringing, Market Door

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10/04/2026

Just a friendly reminder that the Game Day registration DEADLINE IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10.

It's going to be a great day. We look forward to seeing you on October 22.

09/18/2026

The first meeting of the 2026–2027 year got off to a wonderful start as we welcomed Majors Andrea and Tex to Texarkana. A special thank you to our hostesses, Char Crane, Terry Boyd, and Suzy Heath, for providing a delicious lunch.

President Janella Garrett invited officers to share information about upcoming activities. Susan Smith, Membership Chair, distributed directories to members in attendance. Janis Stringfellow, Game Day, shared important updates and expectations for Game Day and reminded everyone to submit registration forms by October 10.

Beth Pesek, Christmas, talked about signing up for Angel Tree and Bell Ringing shifts. If you missed the meeting, don’t worry as there will be plenty of additional opportunities to volunteer.

Charlotte Nyman has been busy securing sponsorships for Stone Soup and has already received a wonderful response from local businesses. Everyone is encouraged to help identify potential sponsors. Please contact Charlotte for additional information.

As always, thank you to all who donated towels, washcloths and a few pillows, for the Center of Hope. It’s rewarding to see the buggy overflowing with donations.

Our first meeting was a wonderful example of what we can accomplish when we work together. It’s going to a busy year of fellowship and service to our community.

09/17/2026

The Annual Nona Culpepper Game Day has a fresh new look this year with a new date and a new location.

Join us Thursday, October 22, at Williams Memorial Church in Wesley Hall, 4000 Moores Lane. Gather your friends, put together a table, and sign up today.

The proceeds from the event will be used to purchase Christmas gifts and other items needed for those who live in the Center of Hope, which is the only homeless shelter for families in Texarkana.

Get ready for a fun-filled day of games, laughter, and friendship. You won’t want to miss it!

09/14/2026

09/02/2026

Looking for a circle of strong, inspiring women who truly care about making a difference?

Join us for lunch and learn more about how we serve and uplift our community together. For just $5, you can sit with us, connect, and hear about the meaningful work we are doing.
If you feel called to serve, lead, and support others, we would love to welcome you. Our membership is only $25 per year, and every woman who joins helps us create a greater impact.

Come meet some amazing women, build friendships, and discover how you can be a part of something special. Together, we can make a difference.

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Tia Williams, who serves on our Christmas Activities committee.

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Meet Tia Williams

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07/19/2026

Brandon is just one example of how the Red Shield Youth Center impacts the lives of children.

SHOWING UP
Recipient of the Red Shield Youth Leadership Award, 18-year-old Brandon Bowman credits the local Salvation Army for providing him and his sisters with a home—and a family
By Phoebe Warren

“Family is not who you’re related to. Family is who shows up when you need them most,” said Brandon Bowman, 18, the inaugural recipient of the Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Leadership Award, for both Texas and Arkansas. When Brandon and his sisters were taken in by the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope in Texarkana, they were carrying the weight of circumstances no children should have to navigate. What was to come, however, became a testament to the power of community. The people Brandon met through the Salvation Army became far more than staff members or volunteers. They became role models, and, in many ways, they became family.

Read Brandon's full story here:
https://www.fourstatesliving.com/feature-stories/2026/7/1/showing-up

07/16/2026

Help a child start the school year with confidence by sponsoring our Adopt-a-Child Back-to-School Program. Your donation will provide a child with a new outfit, a pair of shoes, and a backpack filled with school supplies.

Our goal is to raise $3,500. While a donation of $100 sponsors one child, gifts of any amount are appreciated and will help us reach more children in need.

Please mail your donation to:

Kay Walker, SAWA Treasurer
1219 Roberts Street
Texarkana, AR 71854

Make check payable to SAWA and write Back to School on the memo line.

05/21/2026

The last meeting of the 2025-2026 year was a special one as we bid farewell to Captain Clara Gomez. She’s been with us for five years and has made a tremendous impact on our organization and our community.

The slate of new officers for 2026-2028 were installed. Captain Clara presented the 2026 Outstanding Member to Beth Pesek.