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Mission Statement
The Samaritan Society's Mission is to provide
occasional financial assistance to those in less fortunate circumstances. It is our goal that by our actions we
will help the recipients lift themselves up into a better position with a brighter
future.
Executive Summary
The Samaritan Society was first organized in Salem Massachusetts on December 10, 1832. It was later
incorporated in 1881.
Drawing upon a legacy of 178 years, the mission of the Samaritan Society of
Salem, Massachusetts continues to provide occasional help to keep "desolation
from the homes" of those less fortunate. This was the intention of a "few ladies
of Salem" when they incorporated the Salem Samaritan Society in 1881.
The recipients of assistance were residents of Salem, or were originally from
Salem, as was the intent of the originators. Over the years, the Samaritans
organization has assisted several thousand individuals and families. More
recently, the society has supported a 12 week job training program provided by
Salem Harbor CDC, assisted residents of Brookhouse, helped with food pantry
supplies, supported the Salem Mission, contributed to programs for the Plummer
Home for boys, plus a myriad of other needs.
The scope of aid provided to the recipients has ranged from paying a month's
rent, helping with moving expenses, and paying for overdue heating, electricity,
and telephone bills. Oftentimes the reason that a recipient will be assisted by
the Samaritans is when there is a sudden change of family finances such as job
loss or injury.
As the Samaritan Society enters a new era, the mission of the society is
unfortunately no less needed or valued. As there will always be those in need of
assistance, the Society will strive in good faith to render assistance as we are
financially able.
Membership
If you would like to assist our efforts please do so by becoming a member of
the society. Additionally, within the organization, there are various volunteer
and leadership opportunities available to those who, like the Samaritan, are
willing to lend a hand to those in need.
The Samaritan Society meets at several times during the year, in Salem, to conduct business.
Contact Information:
Email: info {at } thesamaritansociety.org
Web site:
http://www.thesamaritansociety.org
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