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

December 8, 2020

Immunization partnership brings free flu shots to seniors, homeless

It’s flu season, and once again, seniors and those experiencing homelessness

byHillary Jackson

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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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Impact Stories

Immunization partnership brings free flu shots to seniors, homeless

Alaska Salvation Army responds to devastating landslide

New CNA program in Oakland creates promising future

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

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

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

Anchorage Salvation Army active in combating homelessness

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

Reverse Gift Guide for hopeful 2020 gifting

Thrift store finds new mission in food desert

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

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Long-term disaster support continues months after major Washington flooding

GrowGood garden at Bell Shelter helps residents find peace and renewed purpose

Raising up Salvation Army leaders for service to the West—and the world

Disaster case manager helps restore hope after 2025 California wildfires