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August 1, 2025

AT&T laptop giveaway boosts learning and connection for Long Beach students

Excitement buzzed through The Salvation Army Long Beach (California) Red Shield

byHaley Osness

Blue Shield volunteers step up with The Salvation Army to serve those in need

Impact Stories

August 1, 2025

Blue Shield volunteers step up with The Salvation Army to serve those in need

Employees contribute over 300 volunteer hours during a three-day event dedicated

byKaren Gleason

Alumnus honored for growing Long Beach ARC alumni community

Impact Stories

August 1, 2025

Alumnus honored for growing Long Beach ARC alumni community

Dennis Kopczak attended The Salvation Army’s Night of Hope fundraising event in

byHaley Osness

9 ways The Salvation Army responds to homelessness in the Western US

Impact Stories

July 29, 2025

9 ways The Salvation Army responds to homelessness in the Western US

How 14,803 Salvation Army beds each night translates to real human impact from

5 ways camp helps kids grow and offers parents peace of mind

Impact Stories

July 24, 2025

5 ways camp helps kids grow and offers parents peace of mind

Across The Salvation Army Western Territory, summer camp transforms thousands of

byKaren Gleason

CARI collaborates with HUD to improve websites, help millions facing housing insecurity

Impact Stories

July 23, 2025

CARI collaborates with HUD to improve websites, help millions facing housing insecurity

What good is information if it’s not easily accessible to those who need it

byHillary Jackson

In addressing housing crisis, The Salvation Army is committed to excellence

Impact Stories

July 22, 2025

In addressing housing crisis, The Salvation Army is committed to excellence

Nine critical elements create transformational environments for those

byChristopher Hogan

New Salvation Army building in Tempe aims to inspire lasting hope

Impact Stories

July 17, 2025

New Salvation Army building in Tempe aims to inspire lasting hope

From dream to reality—a newly renovated community space opens to serve and

byLou Buhl

Tucson Hospitality House celebrates 10 years of supporting Pima County's unhoused

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July 16, 2025

Tucson Hospitality House celebrates 10 years of supporting Pima County’s unhoused

Before the Tucson Hospitality House opened its expanded location 10 years ago,

byHillary Jackson

How faith guides a St. George volunteer’s service and purpose

Impact Stories

July 10, 2025

How faith guides a St. George volunteer’s service and purpose

Despite health challenges, a volunteer brings hope and connection to others

byHaley Osness

Drum circle keeps seniors active in Chula Vista

Impact Stories

July 7, 2025

Feel the rhythm: Drum circle keeps seniors active in Chula Vista

A monthly drum circle is part of the music therapy program at the Silvercrest in

byKaren Gleason

The Salvation Army Connection Center extends a lifeline to families facing homelessness

Impact Stories

July 3, 2025

The Salvation Army Connection Center extends a lifeline to families facing homelessness

When the phone rings at The Salvation Army Connection Center in Aurora,

byHillary Jackson

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Thousands of donations pass through Salvation Army warehouses each day

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AT&T laptop giveaway boosts learning and connection for Long Beach students

Blue Shield volunteers step up with The Salvation Army to serve those in need

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5 ways camp helps kids grow and offers parents peace of mind

CARI collaborates with HUD to improve websites, help millions facing housing insecurity

In addressing housing crisis, The Salvation Army is committed to excellence

New Salvation Army building in Tempe aims to inspire lasting hope

Tucson Hospitality House celebrates 10 years of supporting Pima County’s unhoused

How faith guides a St. George volunteer’s service and purpose

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The Salvation Army Connection Center extends a lifeline to families facing homelessness

Tehachapi food pantry expands access and choice, earns Gold Certification

Ministry at the edge of the world: Living and serving on the island of Saipan

Behind the scenes: How Salvation Army staff identify valuable donations to support rehabilitation

Pathway of Hope helps Afghan family build a new life in America