The Project Santa Fund Drive was established in 1928 to provide assistance to families in need during the holidays and the coming year. Throughout the holiday season, the Tulsa World will spotlight families chosen by the Salvation Army to receive help through this year's fund. The goal for the fund drive is $300,000. Donations may be made by sending a check or money order to the Project Santa, c/o Tulsa World, P.O. Box 1770, Tulsa, OK 74102 or made online at TheSalvationArmyProjectSanta.org.
Sunday, January 05, 2020
The drive, a partnership between the Tulsa World and Salvation Army, has now raised more than $7.3 million since 1992 for area families in need.
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Formerly known as Neediest Families, the annual holiday partnership between the Tulsa World and The Salvation Army seeks to provide relief to those in need of financial assistance.
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Her original kitchen table holds special meaning to JoAnna Giddens because it's the place where the single mom and her sons have shared so many meals.
Thursday, December 19, 2019
One of many area residents affected by last spring’s record floods, Wanda Smith ended up making three trips back to her west Tulsa neighborhood to retrieve belongings from her house, which sits just off the Arkansas River.
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Phyllis Henson endures what no mother should have to.
Sunday, December 15, 2019
“They’ve been a godsend in just helping somebody start a new life,” she said.
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Despite their burdens, the Conrads recently agreed to temporarily take care of two children, ages 1 and 4, for a family friend who was facing homelessness.
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Sunday, December 08, 2019
When Kelbie Hancock, a Skiatook High School student, was diagnosed in June with a rare but aggressive form of cancer, her aunt, Daynise Dickerson, knew she had to help. “I told (my husband), ‘Kelbie needs a home,’” she said.
Thursday, December 05, 2019
It was hard for Derringer Gray — “it’s a humbling position as a man to accept help,” he said. But he’s hopeful that ultimately the experience will allow him to better serve others.
Tuesday, December 03, 2019
The friendly voice at the other end of the line.
Sunday, December 01, 2019
It wasn’t the way Michael and Karen Hymen had dreamed of beginning their new life together.
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
An annual partnership between the Tulsa World and the Salvation Army, the Project Santa holiday fund drive — formerly known as Neediest Families — kicks off this week with a goal of $300,000. Donate online at salarmytulsa.org.
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