New Partners in Mission for Western Territory
Relationships provide opportunity to share resources and develop friendships. Partners in Mission is the name of The Salvation Army’s international program for World Services and Self Denial fundraising. According to International Headquarters, the purpose of the program is two-fold: to facilitate the raising
Salvation Army Sets Fundraising Record During 120th Red Kettle Campaign With Help from American Donors
$147.6 Million Raised as Salvation Army Fundraiser Reaches Young Philanthropists Alexandria, VA (January 30, 2012) – The Salvation Army raised $147.6 million through the 2011 Red Kettle Campaign, marking a new fundraising record for the campaign. The new record, a 3.4
Hawaii Kroc Center signs up nearly 1,500 members
As of February 1, the Hawaii Kroc Center is open to the public. It is the largest community center in the state and the biggest of the existing Kroc Centers throughout the country—the fifth of seven to open in the
Salvation Army serves after Fiji floods
With damage estimates already at $20 million, weather forecasters in Fiji predict more heavy rain and high winds for the island nation. The Salvation Army has been providing shelter, food and clean water after severe weather caused floods and landslides in
‘Apologies Due’ revisited
Following an online apology, a dedication to connecting with every responding individual ensued. During the summer, Carolyn and I visited with a retired officer over dinner. She is not from the Western Territory, but rather a faithful officer and friend we
It’s his not ours…
A vision of hope By Linda Bond, General The year 2012 has arrived and as usual we are wondering what it will hold for us. What will be its high points? The Olympics Games will be the big event here in London.
A last minute request
Matsiko World Orphan Choir visits the Portland Tabernacle Corps. BY RAYMOND DIHLE, LT. The email request from divisional headquarters arrived on Thursday, Jan. 19: Could the Portland (Ore.) Tabernacle Corps host a non-Army children’s singing group that very Sunday? Not knowing what to
‘Words of Life’ Now Available Electronically
The Salvation Army's daily reading book, Words of Life, has been made available in electronic format, potentially opening it up to a whole new readership. Content can be accessed on e-readers as well as through the Kindle application which can
Room Design Project Transforms Rooms for Teens in Crisis
Anchorage, AK - Like an episode from one of the popular home design shows on HGTV, a Salvation Army teen treatment center in Anchorage has undergone an amazing transformation, thanks to local designers, contractors and volunteers who donated over $30,000
And the winner is…
Saynetwork Awards 2011 announced The Salvation Army Western Territorial Youth department has announced the winners in its first ever Saynetwork Awards, which recognize the Army’s most notable websites and online resources. Voting was open to anyone and the Youth department tabulated
USA Southern Territory launches Web-based Salvation Army news show
News station to present breaking news and information The Salvation Army's U.S. Southern Territory has launched Salvation Army Today, a Web-based news show. The weekly program—put together by the territory's community relations and development department—offers breaking news and information concerning The
Staff Band celebration benefits Salvation Army expansion in Africa
Generous gift allows further work in Africa. General Linda Bond was delighted to accept £50,000 (approximately $77,000) from the United Kingdom Territory with the Republic of Ireland to support the continuing expansion of Salvation Army ministry in Africa. The money was