Spring Craft Show at The Salvation Army Muskegon May 2nd 10a-3p

 

Over the last year, I was invited to be a member of the Board of Directors at the Salvation Amry in Muskegon.  I agreed and it's been a great learning experience to see just how far the reach is coming out of the small space on Shonat Avenue into all of Muskegon County.  After a few meetings of "getting to know you", up came the elections for the Officers of the board, and while my vote went to someone who'd been part of the organization much longer, the concensus picked me.  

Sooo...as I find myself the President of the Board at the Salvation Amry Muskegon, I also see that helping share what's happening there will be part of our work for a while.......not that it wasn't already, but....you get it.  

One of those seeking me out to be a part of the Board at the Salvation Army Muskegon was Lorri March.  She's the Development Director and helps the organization locally raise the funds needed to do the work the Salvation Army does, and it's extensive.  From serving directly, to being a hub for relief to other agencies in Muskegon County The Salvation Army lives up to it's mission that began so long ago and continues to strive to even today.

Fundraising is a tough world.  There's the standard ask, but there's also some inventiveness that needs to happen and Lorri is REALLY good at coming up with ideas.  A Spring craft show is on the horizon this Saturday from 10a-3p.  There will be a LARGE amount of artisans and crafters on hand.  You'll find all kinds of handmade products as well as some hand made things that will tempt the taste buds.  There will be a simple ask for admission, a couple of non perishable food items as the school year is drawing to a close and kids will be needing a little more at home that they won't find in school.  There will be over 30 vendors presenting, so you'll have plenty of time to stroll about and enjoy the sights and scenery.  

If you find yourself hungry, there will be a light linch available with the proceeds going to help out the Salvation Army as well.  Enjoy hotdogs, and soft drinks etc that will be super affordable and more importantly, take some time to meet some of the people who are with the Salvation Army and learn about the work they do in such a purpose driven mission.

Lori and I wrap up talking about some of the upcoming events that will be along this summer.  Some new, some are new "standards" which are growing, so stay tuned for more details as we work to help share the word about the great things happening at the Salvation Army Muskegon. 

To get a look at some of the vendors coming, CLICK HERE to follow the Salvation Army Muskegon on Facebook.

CLICK HERE to visit the Salvation Army Muskegon online.