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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.

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,

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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

Alaska Salvation Army helps stranded seasonal workers get home

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September 22, 2023

Alaska Salvation Army helps stranded seasonal workers get home

When a seasonal job falls through, and the housing with it, The Salvation Army’s

byKaren Gleason

Quilts bring 'hug' of encouragement to men at Joseph McFee center

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September 20, 2023

Quilts bring ‘hug’ of encouragement to men at Joseph McFee center

Members of the San Francisco Quilters Guild saw a television news story in July

byHillary Jackson

In Colorado Springs, The Salvation Army keeps unhoused families together

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September 18, 2023

In Colorado Springs, The Salvation Army keeps unhoused families together

After two family shelters in Colorado Springs, Colorado, closed in rapid

How the Salem Kroc Center helps youth move from stuck to unstoppable

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September 14, 2023

How the Salem Kroc Center helps youth move from stuck to unstoppable

Partnering with author Bonnie Milletto, the Kroc Center launches the “Been

byKaren Gleason

How The Salvation Army restores dignity at the Veterans and Family Center

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September 11, 2023

How The Salvation Army restores dignity at the Veterans and Family Center

Renovations boost the healing environment at the Veterans and Family Center in

byKaren Gleason

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September 8, 2023

Pathway of Hope initiative gives one Reno family reason to have faith

It all started with a conversation

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

How one man gives and receives as a driver for The Salvation Army

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September 7, 2023

How one man gives and receives as a driver for The Salvation Army

Donnie Smith found more than a driving job at the Reno Salvation Army

byKaren Gleason

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In Maui, Salvation Army volunteers bring the ministry of presence

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

The history of The Salvation Army

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

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

Alaska Salvation Army helps stranded seasonal workers get home

Quilts bring ‘hug’ of encouragement to men at Joseph McFee center

In Colorado Springs, The Salvation Army keeps unhoused families together

How the Salem Kroc Center helps youth move from stuck to unstoppable

How The Salvation Army restores dignity at the Veterans and Family Center

Pathway of Hope initiative gives one Reno family reason to have faith

How one man gives and receives as a driver for The Salvation Army

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