The Salvation Army to close thrift stores in Yuma

The Salvation Army has made the decision to close its thrift stores in Yuma.

The Family Thrift Stores on Catalina Drive and South Fortuna Road will remain open until September 30th.

“We are grateful for the community’s support of The Salvation Army and our Yuma Family Thrift Stores,” said The Salvation Army Southwest Divisional Commander Lt. Col. Kelly Pontsler. “Closing the stores was not an easy decision, but it was the most fiscally responsible one for our long-term viability in the Yuma community and The Salvation Army’s mission of doing the most good.”

The move allows The Salvation Army to shift their resources towards other programs and activities , which include youth character building, education and recreation, feeding the hungry, rental and utility assistance and Christmas Angel trees and toy distribution.

Captains Jeffrey and Katie Breazeale will continue to lead The Salvation Army operations out of both locations in Yuma on Catalina Drive and 13th Avenue.

They encourage people in the community to stop by and find out more about The Salvation Army’s programs and activities, as well as opportunities to volunteer and support The Salvation Army.

Information can also be found by visiting Yuma.SalvationArmy.org or by calling 928-783-0181 .