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Learn more about the biggest issues faced by communities today and how you can get involved with a variety of stories and articles about impact.

Portland man finds a bridge between recovery and independent living

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October 15, 2024

Portland man finds a bridge between recovery and independent living

The Salvation Army Bridgeway of Hope sober living residence offers freedom with

byKaren Gleason

Honolulu ARC strives to boost support networks for those in recovery

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October 10, 2024

Honolulu ARC strives to boost support networks for those in recovery

For Tai Lazamo, a verse from Genesis became a guiding principle in his

byHaley Osness

How the Ridgecrest Salvation Army is helping keep literacy alive

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October 8, 2024

How the Ridgecrest Salvation Army is helping keep literacy alive

The Ridgecrest Corps’ summer Reading Zone becomes year-round

byKaren Gleason

At the Hilo Safe Outdoor Space, people living on the streets find rest

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October 8, 2024

At the Hilo Overnight Safe Space, people living on the streets find rest

Emergency shelter provides support in the downtown area

byHillary Jackson

A partnership is helping teach kids about addiction in San Francisco

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October 3, 2024

A partnership is helping teach kids about addiction in San Francisco

New initiative adds addiction education to day camp programming in San

byLou Buhl

Program pairs interns with older adults living in affordable housing

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October 1, 2024

Program pairs interns with older adults living in affordable housing

Fresno Silvercrest Service Coordinator Maria Garcia launched an internship

byCaramie Petrowsky

Monthly fresh produce markets make healthy eating more accessible in Boise

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September 27, 2024

Monthly fresh produce markets make healthy eating more accessible in Boise

In Boise, The Salvation Army offers a seasonal bounty of fresh foods

byKaren Gleason

Oregon HOPE Center food pantry ramps up efforts to help families

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September 26, 2024

Oregon HOPE Center food pantry ramps up efforts to help families

In Washington County, 10 percent of families experienced hunger or food

byLori Arnold

Heat relief center provides starting ground for second chance

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September 24, 2024

Heat relief center provides starting ground for second chance

In Chandler, Arizona, one man credits The Salvation Army for helping to restart

byKelly Dawson

The Salvation Army says farewell to ‘Kroc Steve’ after 22 years

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September 19, 2024

The Salvation Army says farewell to ‘Kroc Steve’ after 22 years

Steve Bireley has guided the Kroc Centers’ development since their start in San

byKaren Gleason

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September 19, 2024

New CRD leader aims to invest in people

A Q&A with Territorial Executive Director of Development Maria Todaro

byHillary Jackson

In Anaheim, pet owners find a haven of support at emergency shelter

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September 17, 2024

In Anaheim, pet owners find a haven of support at emergency shelter

At The Salvation Army Anaheim Emergency Shelter, pets are not just

byHaley Osness

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Portland man finds a bridge between recovery and independent living

Honolulu ARC strives to boost support networks for those in recovery

How the Ridgecrest Salvation Army is helping keep literacy alive

At the Hilo Overnight Safe Space, people living on the streets find rest

A partnership is helping teach kids about addiction in San Francisco

Program pairs interns with older adults living in affordable housing

Monthly fresh produce markets make healthy eating more accessible in Boise

Oregon HOPE Center food pantry ramps up efforts to help families

Heat relief center provides starting ground for second chance

The Salvation Army says farewell to ‘Kroc Steve’ after 22 years

New CRD leader aims to invest in people

In Anaheim, pet owners find a haven of support at emergency shelter

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How one mother’s search for help led to inspiring hope for others

Club 60 nourishes the body and spirit in community