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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1925
Page
4
A survey of local groups aided by the Community Chest shows allocations for the Red Cross, Associated Charities, Girl Scouts, Orphanages, Christmas Cheer, Good Shepherd Home, Lutherans, Jewish and Presbyterian services, and neighborhood welfare. Key recipients include Army Y M C A, Carmelite Sisters, Grace Lutheran Sanitarium, and the Jewish Women’s Council, with 1926 budgets and needs outlined.
The Local Council of Catholic Women federation reports a 16050 deficit set by the Community Chest, funded by membership dues and revenue, with expenses covering a home for working girls and orphans, Americanization, relief work, and a busy Community House. It operates welfare and maternal services in San Antonio, aided by Protestant and Spanish War veteran groups, with ongoing fundraising to sustain 100 foster or orphaned children and other outreach programs.
A historical San Antonio welfare summary lists American Red Cross Army U.M.L.C. and many charities including Carmelite Sisters, Christmas Cheer, Good Shepherd Home, Grace Lutheran Sanatorium, Mexican Christian Institute, St. Joseph's and St. Vincent de Paul homes, Salvation Army, and various social agencies. The document records money allocations and shrinkage from collections, totaling about 428,062.00 with numerous line items for printing, administration, and elder care.
In 1926 and 1924 performance terms the Community Chest dollar will do more than you expect. Seventy four entries detail how the funds spread across meals, clothing, shelter for the needy, tuberculosis care, free clinic exams, nursing and medical visits, preventive care for the aged and institutions, shelter for the homeless, character building for youths, educational protection for mothers and families, legal aid for the poor, disaster relief, campaign administration, and general administration. The plan highlights volunteer time, newspaper support, and efficient management to maximize impact.
A San Antonio Heart Association effort seeks heart disease awareness with a $3600 Community Chest grant. A Mexican Cross inspired group funds a free clinic and charity work among Mexicans, supported by Community Chest money and a modest grant, aiding children, families, and schooling.
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