Perceptions of poverty shows discrepancies between public opinion and need
Recent online poll shows discrepancies between public opinion and actual need. With a record 49.1 million Americans—approximately 1 in 6—currently living in poverty, the issue has taken on an increased urgency, along with a need highlight potential solutions. To compare and
The Salvation Army completes national search and rescue fleet
Partnership with Polaris creates 53-vehicle fleet valued at $1.36 million. Polaris Industries Inc., the country’s leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles, delivered 10 Polaris RANGER® vehicles to the Western Territory of The Salvation Army to complete a national search and rescue fleet
NAOC 2016 expects change
The second full day of the 2016 National Advisory Organizations Conference (NAOC) in Phoenix began with a session featuring Dr. Leith Anderson, president of the National Association of Evangelicals, the presentation of an Evangeline Booth Award to Asbury University and
With ‘Sleeves Rolled Up’
National awards presented in Phoenix National Headquarters recognized individuals and corporations April 21 at the National Community Relations and Development Conference with the “Sleeves Rolled Up” award. Recipients—those who have made a significant contribution to The Salvation Army’s emergency disaster services (EDS)
Salvation Army tackles pediatric dental disease
National Headquarters strikes partnership with America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation The Salvation Army’s National Headquarters recently partnered with America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation to address the issue of pediatric dental disease, one of the most prevalent illnesses
National digital learning program underway
Initiative brings critical skills education to kids in 200 Salvation Army after-school programs across the U.S. By Ashley Carter - The Salvation Army announced today the launch of The Salvation Army Digital Learning Program presented by Target for 200 Salvation Army after-school
Corps Cadets nationwide to become BOLD moviemakers
Call for entries announced for first-of-its-kind film festival By Major Frank Duracher - Corps Cadet brigades in all four U.S. territories have been invited to try their hands at producing, directing and starring in their own short movie as part of a
125th Red Kettle Campaign sets record
The 2015 Red Kettle Campaign collected $149.6 million, setting a new national fundraising record. Thanks to the support of donors and corporate partners, the money raised will help The Salvation Army provide food, shelter and social services to nearly 30
NAOC coming to Phoenix
“Expect Change” event to inspire boards and staff The National Advisory Organizations Conference (NAOC) will again bring together Salvation Army volunteer board leadership and staff from across the United States to learn, collaborate and be inspired in a three-day event at
New USA Central Territorial Headquarters dedicated
Facility will improve territorial headquarters’ functionality and service. Salvation Army USA National Commander Commissioner David Jeffrey spoke at the official opening and dedication of a new headquarters for the USA Central Territory. The modern facility, in Hoffman Estates, Ill., coordinates Salvation
The Salvation Army joins Nickelodeon’s Halo Effect Challenge
New website launched to help raise funds The Salvation Army has paired up with Nickelodeon to raise funds for A Place to Sleep, a nonprofit providing beds and bedding to kids and families in need. The partnership grew out of Nickelodeon’s monthly
Kroc Centers launch new website template
Unified look intends to strengthen Kroc Center brand By Angel Roy - It happens all the time—you call The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center to sign up for a class, ask to speak to a specific staff member,