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.

Impact Stories

November 2, 2021

An Enduring Commitment

Certain things stand the test of time

byCommissioner Kenneth G. Hodder, National Commander

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October 28, 2021

He knows ‘the heartbeat of San Francisco’—and he’s helping others in need

When you visit Kenny Cowan’s office at The Salvation Army South of Market Corps

byJennifer Byrd

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October 26, 2021

Strong partnerships enhance The Salvation Army’s ability to ‘do the most good’

Scott Robertson and Tri Counties Bank honored for their partnership with The

byKaren Gleason

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October 21, 2021

Day of the Girl 2021: Reclaiming ‘girl power’ across The Salvation Army

Celebration and action marked The Salvation Army’s recognition of the

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October 21, 2021

Salinas Corps scores a victory with outdoor senior dance fitness class

Volunteer Naomi Gonzalez guides about 40 dancers twice a week in the corps’

byKaren Gleason

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October 20, 2021

The Salvation Army delivers food boxes with dignity in Juneau

When volunteer driver Sandi Benzel delivers a food box from The Salvation Army

byHillary Jackson

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October 19, 2021

Park creates a safe place outdoors for residents of the San Francisco Tenderloin

What began as regular block activations in San Francisco’s Tenderloin

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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October 14, 2021

One man finds purpose in his recovery through hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Program (ARP) graduate completes the

byLou Buhl

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October 14, 2021

New Salvation Army International Positional Statement calls for a ‘Culture of Sustainability’

A new Salvation Army International Positional Statement (IPS) on “Caring for the

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October 12, 2021

Oakland shelter residents gain opportunities with English as a Second Language classes

While living at The Salvation Army Oakland Family Emergency Shelter, Luz Maria

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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October 6, 2021

For this Salvation Army donor, the giving is generational

As a child living in Holland throughout World War II, Cynthia’s* mother lived on

byJennifer Byrd

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October 5, 2021

Veterans reclaim their lives at The Salvation Army Veterans and Family Center

The Beaverton, Oregon, center has been acknowledged for its work with veterans

byAndrew Shaughnessy

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