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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.

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June 22, 2020

Why getting to know people is key and other lessons from David Hudson in his last days as National Commander

After 45 years encompassing some 15 appointments as a Salvation Army officer,

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June 20, 2020

William Booth: A tribute to the Founder at the centennial of his death

A tribute to the Founder at the centennial of his death

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June 18, 2020

The words we need to hear this Father’s Day: Welcome home

“You have been more like a son than my own boy

byDavid Hudson, Commissioner

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June 10, 2020

Salvation Army begins to reopen thrift stores after COVID-19 closure

When Pasadena Thrift Store Manager Manuel Hernandez compares the store to the

byHillary Jackson

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June 10, 2020

One year and 56 episodes later: Reflecting on the first season of The Do Gooders Podcast

These days, it seems like we could all use a little inspiration—and a reason to

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

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June 9, 2020

Meet the helpers of this moment

It’s safe to say no one has gone untouched by the coronavirus crisis

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June 5, 2020

Water from the hills, a ‘Doughnut Sweethearts’ excerpt

The following comes from the original journal of one doughnut girl, Alice

byAlice McAllister

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May 26, 2020

Salvation Army begins to reopen thrift stores after COVID-19 closure

By Hillary Jackson– Shoppers may have had to wear masks and keep a distance, but

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May 22, 2020

Meet The Helpers: How an emergency shelter operates day-to-day

Here’s a question: How soon can you turn a gravel, dirt lot into a

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May 12, 2020

The difference between holy leisure and unholy idleness

By Alan Fadling– Holy leisure and unholy idleness are polar opposites

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May 5, 2020

‘Daily Word of Peace’ call helps people feel less alone

By Caitlin Johnston– It all started with a desire to help people feel less

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