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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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December 4, 2020

Alaska Salvation Army responds to devastating landslide

Alaskans rally to help meet community needs after the Dec

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December 4, 2020

New CNA program in Oakland creates promising future

Shelter and Adult Rehabilitation Center residents find new workforce training

byShelley Hickox

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December 1, 2020

First-ever Virtual Do Good Expedition gathers do gooders this Giving Tuesday

It’s a year like none other and this Giving Tuesday is no exception

byChristin Thieme

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December 1, 2020

Salvation Army partners to not only rescue Christmas but make it special

When leaders at The Salvation Army put out a call to help rescue Christmas

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

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December 1, 2020

Car donations help Oregon fire survivors get on the road to recovery

Partnership matches vehicles to individuals and families in need When the

byHillary Jackson

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December 1, 2020

Anchorage Salvation Army active in combating homelessness

The Salvation Army in the USA Western Territory is serious about reducing

byKaren Gleason

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November 25, 2020

In a year full of hardships, The Salvation Army adapts its fundraising efforts

Creative new event formats take center stage Christmas is upon us—the busiest

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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November 24, 2020

Reverse Gift Guide for hopeful 2020 gifting

Does it feel strange to peruse the virtual aisles this year, looking for that

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November 24, 2020

Thrift store finds new mission in food desert

New facility aims to combat food insecurity A 15,000 square-foot facility where

byKaren Gleason

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November 17, 2020

7 takeaways from talking to The Salvation Army’s national leaders this Christmas

When you give to a Salvation Army red kettle, that money helps to meet needs in

byChristin Thieme

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November 11, 2020

Fighting to keep veterans safe, healthy during COVID-19

Seattle’s William Booth Center is recognized nationally by the VA as best

byKaren Gleason

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November 10, 2020

Homeless Colorado veterans will have more beds at Salvation Army

Under the new VA grant agreement, the corps can nearly double its bed capacity

byVivian Gatica Lopez

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