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.

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November 5, 2021

Salvation Army bandmaster reflects on 48 years of volunteer ministry

Ed Freeman’s 48 years of music ministry to The Salvation Army Ed Freeman is a

byKaren Gleason

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November 3, 2021

This Christmas, Hope Marches On for Americans overcoming pandemic hardships

When the pandemic began, The Salvation Army Spokane (Washington) Corps had to

byHillary Jackson

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November 2, 2021

The Salvation Army prays in solidarity around the globe for COVID-19

Salvationists and friends from across the world lifted hope-filled prayers to

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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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Impact Stories

Salvation Army bandmaster reflects on 48 years of volunteer ministry

This Christmas, Hope Marches On for Americans overcoming pandemic hardships

The Salvation Army prays in solidarity around the globe for COVID-19

An Enduring Commitment

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

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

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

Salinas Corps scores a victory with outdoor senior dance fitness class

The Salvation Army delivers food boxes with dignity in Juneau

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

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

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

Chaplains bring emotional and spiritual support to Silvercrest senior communities

ARC alumnus builds connection on the streets, at the corps and beyond

How substance use and recovery inspired one man to find new purpose

Training supports disaster responders as they support survivors