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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June 26, 2017

What happens to donations The Salvation Army can’t use?

Diverting waste continues to help fund The Salvation Army’s residential recovery

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June 21, 2017

Portugal Salvationists offer assistance after wildfires

Salvationists in Portugal are providing assistance to people affected by

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June 7, 2017

Challenging Evil Podcast: Fair Trade

[divider]Episode 3[/divider] Exploring fair trade and The Salvation Army’s

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June 5, 2017

Addressing a silent epidemic

A recent tragedy in San Bernardino, California, underscores the importance of

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

May 31, 2017

The Salvation Army provides meals after storms in Texas

More than 62,000 residents lost power the following day

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May 30, 2017

Brave comes to Seattle

One-day event reminds girls in foster care of their value By Captain Lisa

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May 28, 2017

Naming, navigating, and reframing depression in the lives of teenagers

“Sometimes I feel like we are just running a hotel and restaurant around here!

byRhett Smith

May 26, 2017

Philippines Salvation Army assists those fleeing fighting

People are leaving Marawi City, seeking refuge in Iligan City

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May 24, 2017

Salvation Army responds to fire in Buffalo

The Salvation Army and members of the American Red Cross Greater Buffalo Chapter

Volunteers pause to pray for the families impacted by the tornadoes that ripped through Wisconsin on May 17

May 22, 2017

Focus pivots to long-term needs for Wisconsin tornado survivors

By Krachel Greenwood – The Salvation Army continues to serve first

May 22, 2017

The Salvation Army supports firefighters battling fire in Bradenton, Florida

More than 30 counties in Florida are suffering from extreme drought

May 18, 2017

The Salvation Army responds to deadly tornado in Oklahoma

Officials stated there were over 3,000 outages throughout the city

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Warm Home Fund partnership helps Washington families facing financial hardship

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What happens to donations The Salvation Army can’t use?

Portugal Salvationists offer assistance after wildfires

Challenging Evil Podcast: Fair Trade

Addressing a silent epidemic

The Salvation Army provides meals after storms in Texas

Brave comes to Seattle

Naming, navigating, and reframing depression in the lives of teenagers

Philippines Salvation Army assists those fleeing fighting

Salvation Army responds to fire in Buffalo

Focus pivots to long-term needs for Wisconsin tornado survivors

The Salvation Army supports firefighters battling fire in Bradenton, Florida

The Salvation Army responds to deadly tornado in Oklahoma

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