Recession V. Donation

While many people’s lives have been affected by the recession, some donation drives are still getting their steady supplies.

Major Kevin Schoch, Salvation Army of Syracuse Manager, said that so far they haven’t seen a big impact in the number of donations, and they’re still able to manage to bring in furniture.

But things are not looking so good at the Rescue Mission. General Manager Tammy Wilson said she has seen a decrease in supplies to her charity, but an increase in the number of people coming into the store.

“As far as the clothing goes, we are in dire need. People are wearing their clothing more,” Wilson said.

Kate Elioff, a regular shopper at Rescue Mission, said that if you people going to donate goods to the Salvation Army, thrifty stores, or want to help homeless and the poor people, they shouldn’t donate junk.