Salvation Army extends deadline for assistance
Staff report
YOUNGSTOWN
The Salvation Army has extended the deadline to apply for its Christmas Assistance Program through Wednesday.
Applications will be accepted in person from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and Wednesday at the Salvation Army at 1501 Glenwood Ave.
Applicants must be residents of Mahoning County at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Children up to 12 are eligible for toys.
Seniors and singles can apply for food vouchers, and families with children may apply for food vouchers and toys for eligible children in the family. Applicants must bring photo identification, Social Security cards for all adults and children in the household, birth certificates or custody papers for all children in the household, proof of address and income and two sources of proof of expenses.
Those receiving assistance through Mahoning County Job and Family Service should bring a printout from the past 30 days.
For more information, call the Salvation Army at 330-270-5999.