UPDATE JAN 17 –
Due to the continuation of extreme cold temperatures, the Saline County Community Warming Center will remain open through Noon Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024.
The Warming Center is located at Northside Church of Christ, 917 N. East St., Benton, AR 72015. (Next to Saline Memorial Hospital).
The Center has daytime and overnight accommodations as well as meals provided by the Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief. Snacks between meals are provided by the Salvation Army. The facility also has 24-hour security provided by off-duty law enforcement.
Volunteer or Donate Supplies:
To sign up to volunteer, visit https://tinyurl.com/SCWarmingCenter24. To Donate supplies drop off them at the warming center.
Supplies Needed Include:
- Pillows
- Pillow cases
- Duffle Bags
- Jackets
- Pants
- Toboggans
- Sleeping Bags
- Tents
If you would like information, call (501) 528-9668 or email [email protected].
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