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

September 20, 2021

San Francisco Harbor Light resident discovers newfound creative ability and gives back

The Salvation Army’s Harbor Light Recovery Center in San Francisco is a shelter

byShelley Hickox

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September 17, 2021

The Salvation Army aids Afghan evacuees as part of Operation Allies Welcome

This month, The Salvation Army Southwest Division Emergency Disaster Services

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September 16, 2021

Hispanic ministries remain strong in the West, adapt to growth

The roots of Hispanic ministries in The Salvation Army Western Territory run

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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September 11, 2021

Officers recall ministry of presence near Ground Zero 20 years later

Majors Bonnie and Les Bussey are retired Salvation Army officers providing

byMajor Bonnie Bussey & Major Les Bussey

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September 9, 2021

20 Years Later: Remembering the 9/11 terrorist attacks

Twenty years ago, The Salvation Army was one of the first relief organizations

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September 8, 2021

West holds ‘Doorway to Opportunity’ Conference, awards development team

The Western Territory’s development professionals gathered at The Salvation Army

byHillary Jackson

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September 7, 2021

Salem Kroc Center gives Illini 4000 cyclists a welcome rest during cross-country trek

Illini 4000 exists to raise awareness of the fight against cancer

byRick Marazzani

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September 7, 2021

Salvation Army supports families recovering from pandemic in back-to-school season

After more than a year of school closures and distance learning due to the

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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September 3, 2021

Technology partnership brings drones and manpower to disaster response

When the Telegraph and Mescal fires burned in Gila County, Arizona, in June

byHillary Jackson

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September 2, 2021

The Salvation Army launches a large-scale response to Hurricane Ida

In the southern U

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August 31, 2021

The Salvation Army in Iceland opens facility for area school

The final run-up to the official dedication ceremony of a new Salvation Army

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August 31, 2021

Restorative art brings healing to women recovering from addiction at Salvation Army

Do you find it difficult to forgive others?

byHillary Jackson

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Tehachapi food pantry expands access and choice, earns Gold Certification

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Warm Home Fund partnership helps Washington families facing financial hardship

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San Francisco Harbor Light resident discovers newfound creative ability and gives back

The Salvation Army aids Afghan evacuees as part of Operation Allies Welcome

Hispanic ministries remain strong in the West, adapt to growth

Officers recall ministry of presence near Ground Zero 20 years later

20 Years Later: Remembering the 9/11 terrorist attacks

West holds ‘Doorway to Opportunity’ Conference, awards development team

Salem Kroc Center gives Illini 4000 cyclists a welcome rest during cross-country trek

Salvation Army supports families recovering from pandemic in back-to-school season

Technology partnership brings drones and manpower to disaster response

The Salvation Army launches a large-scale response to Hurricane Ida

The Salvation Army in Iceland opens facility for area school

Restorative art brings healing to women recovering from addiction at 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