Quick Support Response in Christchurch
Salvation Army teams responded quickly on 23 December, 2011, to provide emergency assistance to those affected by the latest severe earthquakes to strike Christchurch, New Zealand. Bruce Coffee, The Salvation Army disaster coordinator, reported that personnel and emergency supplies were immediately
The General Offers Challenge and Encouragement in Latvia
The Salvationists of Latvia had great joy in welcoming General Linda Bond to their country, which is part of The Salvation Army's Sweden and Latvia Territory. The General was accompanied by Europe Zone leaders Commissioners Robert and Janet Street (International
Stores that welcome the Red Kettles
Shop them often this year! For 120 years, The Salvation Army Red Kettle has been an important symbol of Christmas giving. The kettle is also a reminder that as long as there are people who lack the necessities of life; our Army
Donation dollars at work
The Salvation Army plays a large role in reuniting a father with his four kids. By Craig Dirkes If you’ve ever wondered how your donations to The Salvation Army are used, this story provides the mother of all answers. Thanks to Salvation Army
Five social media trends that are reshaping religion
By Elizabeth Drescher Over the past couple years, religionistas of all sorts have attempted to navigate a new media landscape in which old constructions of religious authority, identity, and practice are changing almost by the minute. This surely marks the beginning
Yakima Soldier rings 40 hours straight at kettle
Joanne Sargent, a soldier of the Yakima Corps rang the Bell for 40 hours straight over the Thanksgiving holiday, starting at Thursday Thanksgiving morning at 5 and ending Friday night at 9. Her goal was to raise awareness for Homelessness and
Sparking the flame that keeps the kettle alive
When 16-year-old Katie Wilkinson decided to start a Red Kettle Club at her high school in Tempe, Ariz., she couldn’t have imagined the way her peers would embrace the concept. Under her leadership and the support of her classmates and
South African Kruggerrand Found in Portland Salvation Army Kettle
(PORTLAND, Ore.) December 16, 2011 - On a normal day, it is common to find small bills, change, checks and the occasional button in a Salvation Army kettle. However, sometimes the unexpected donation shows up. Friday, December 16th, 2011 was
Nathan Kress to join the Kettle Campaign in Pasadena Dec. 18
In its 120th year, The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign targets all ages, including the Nickelodeon audience. The star of the television network’s hit show iCarly, Nathan Kress, is promoting the Kettle Campaign this weekend in Pasadena, Calif., and is
Los Angeles Area Command’s Ringing Success
By Robert Brennan The Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles has a long and vaunted history. It was the site of the very first Academy Awards, the Graf Zeppelin flew above it in 1929 on its around the world voyage,
$15,000 donation From Wells Fargo will help feed thousands at The Salvation Army this holiday season
In a show of continued support, Wells Fargo has donated $15,000 to The Salvation Army to help provide food for thousands of local low-income residents in need this holiday season. The gift will be distributed among the four Salvation Army Corps
Salvation Army’s Rock the Red Kettle Concert coming to Universal CityWalk
The show, which will be streamed live at Cambio.com/rock-the-red-kettle, will be a mix of today’s top young stars, including Honor Society, Colbie Caillat, Cody Simpson, Greyson Chance, Drake Bell and Hanson, along with other special surprise guests. The Salvation Army’s red