Address: 50 E. King St., York, PA 17401

Phone: 717-848-2364

Email: brittanee.varano@use.salvationarmy.org

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/salvationarmyyork

Brittanee Varano, director of development, talked about the organization and its participation in Give Local York, a countywide day of fundraising set for May 1:

What is the mission of 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.

Why is the organization excited to participate in Give Local York this year?

Each summer, The Salvation Army York has the opportunity to send children and teenagers (ages 7 to 16) to The Salvation Army's Pendel (Pennsylvania and Delaware Division) residential away camp, Camp Ladore in Waymart, Pa. Situated among picturesque mountain ranges, it consists of approximately 1,200 acres of land surrounding a 365-acre lake. The programs take full advantage of these natural resources for contributing to spiritual, educational, social, and recreational needs of every camper. Partnered with a mature, well-trained staff and accreditation through the American Camp Association, Camp Ladore is ready to provide the ultimate camping experience.

This summer, we can send 70 children and teenagers from across York County to Camp Ladore. We subsidize the cost of camp so a family is only charged $25 per child or teenager to attend the five-day residential camp. Any donation, big or small, will help support a local camper! The funds raised during this year's Give Local York will directly support our efforts in sending 70 children and teenagers to camp.

Do you know of a child or teenager who would love to experience Camp Ladore? Contact us to learn more!