Impact Stories

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.

Seattle ARP grad helps men find 'personal transformation' through fitness

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October 25, 2023

Seattle ARP grad helps men find ‘personal transformation’ through fitness

After conquering the grueling 2,650-mile trek of the Pacific Crest Trail, James

byJohn Kelley, Captain

Partnership helps veterans keep an eye on high blood pressure

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October 20, 2023

Partnership helps veterans keep an eye on high blood pressure

Blood pressure cuffs and educational materials put veterans’ health in their own

byHillary Jackson

Orange County Salvation Army opens 72-unit Pathways permanent supportive housing

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October 19, 2023

Orange County Salvation Army opens 72-unit Pathways permanent supportive housing

On Oct

byJane Yi

Salvation Army Hope Center opens in Pasadena with 65 apartments

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October 13, 2023

Salvation Army Hope Center opens in Pasadena with 65 apartments

For more than a year, Suzanne lived in her car—the result of extensive medical

byChristin Thieme

How The Salvation Army nourishes the San Diego community through food and fellowship

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October 13, 2023

How The Salvation Army nourishes the San Diego community through food and fellowship

A monthly barbecue event unites locals while meeting basic needs, filling plates

byHaley Osness

Chef gives culinary students the 'tools to succeed' after Salvation Army programs

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October 11, 2023

Chef gives culinary students the ‘tools to succeed’ after Salvation Army programs

Chef Timothy Tucker’s Culinary Training Academy is a key part of The Way Out

byKaren Gleason

Salvation Army Hamilton Service Center Boosts Dignity in Montana by Adding Showers

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October 9, 2023

Salvation Army Hamilton Service Center boosts dignity in Montana by adding showers

The Salvation Army Hamilton Service Center in Montana expanded its services to

byHaley Osness

In Maui, Salvation Army volunteers bring the ministry of presence

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October 4, 2023

In Maui, Salvation Army volunteers bring the ministry of presence

Volunteers give emotional and spiritual care (ESC) to those in the greater

How Everyday People Can Support the Fight Against Hunger in the United States

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September 27, 2023

How everyday people can support the fight against hunger in the United States

There are many core factors that can influence the quality of a person’s life,

Impact Stories

September 27, 2023

The history of The Salvation Army

The world is full of countless incredible people but the reality is life is not

How to Make a Difference in Fighting Disaster in the United States

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September 27, 2023

How to make a difference in fighting disaster in the United States

Disasters happen, and when they do, they can change lives in an instant

Lakers Technology Room enhances youth STEM skills at Salvation Army LA Red Shield

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September 27, 2023

Lakers Technology Room enhances youth STEM skills at Salvation Army LA Red Shield

The Salvation Army Los Angeles Red Shield Community Center recently unveiled the

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

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Partnership helps veterans keep an eye on high blood pressure

Orange County Salvation Army opens 72-unit Pathways permanent supportive housing

Salvation Army Hope Center opens in Pasadena with 65 apartments

How The Salvation Army nourishes the San Diego community through food and fellowship

Chef gives culinary students the ‘tools to succeed’ after Salvation Army programs

Salvation Army Hamilton Service Center boosts dignity in Montana by adding showers

In Maui, Salvation Army volunteers bring the ministry of presence

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