Fostering Freedom
When foster kids turn 18, it’s an unfortunate reality that some are kicked out of their foster homes, making them homeless on the night of their 18th birthday. Furthermore, many have no credit and no rental history, so even those
One man finds purpose in his recovery through hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Program (ARP) graduate completes the 2,650-mile hike over the course of five months, deepening his relationship with God and prayer along the way. “I just got that idea of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), and I
15: We Don’t Have It All Together
Cassandra Amezquita and Meagan Ruff take some time to acknowledge that no, we don’t have it all together. Laugh and get serious alongside us about everything from the Enneagram to expectations on us and others. We’re talking why an Enneagram
Oakland shelter residents gain opportunities with English as a Second Language classes
While living at The Salvation Army Oakland Family Emergency Shelter, Luz Maria Torres learned about an English as a Second Language (ESL) program the shelter had and decided to participate. “The truth is that the classes helped a lot,” Torres said.
92: Pathway of Hope: How it all came to be with Commissioner Carol Seiler
This season, we’re learning more about The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope—a national initiative to provide individualized services to families with children, addressing their immediate material needs and providing long-term engagement to stop the cycle of poverty. Last week, we took
How to have a ‘collapse-proof’ life
I have never been much of a swimmer. Actually, the real story is, I can’t swim. Once on vacation in Grenada, I was splashing around in the beautiful turquoise water, attempting to swim. I suspect my attempt must have looked
For this Salvation Army donor, the giving is generational
As a child living in Holland throughout World War II, Cynthia’s* mother lived on tulip bulbs during the Hongerwinter (hunger winter) famine. She worked for the underground in the Netherlands and moved to Manhattan after the war. Shortly thereafter, Cynthia’s grandmother
14: How to strengthen your resiliency through change with Raymundo and Thelma Jimenez
Change is tough. Especially when change follows change. That’s what Raymundo and Thelma Jimenez will tell you about their past four years—filled with marriage, three appointments as Salvation Army officers, a pandemic and a baby boy. It hasn’t always been
Veterans reclaim their lives at The Salvation Army Veterans and Family Center
The Beaverton, Oregon, center has been acknowledged for its work with veterans. Initially, Tamela Ivie didn’t think she was worthy of all The Salvation Army had to offer. Her steps toward positive change began at The Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter
New Rady Residence restores hope to people experiencing homelessness in San Diego
San Diego families now have hope for a better future thanks to the official opening of the Rady Residence, held Oct. 1. The new facility was brought to life by a historic gift from philanthropists Ernest and Evelyn Rady. The Radys
91: Pathway of Hope: What hope does for our minds and bodies with Dr. Suzanne Phillips
This season, we’re discovering The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope—a national initiative to provide individualized services to families with children, addressing their immediate material needs and providing long-term engagement to stop the cycle of poverty. Last week, we heard from a
Creating an Army that carries out its mission to all in the name of Jesus
Captain Ivan Landeros serves in the new position of DEIA Officer at the College for Officer Training at Crestmont. The College for Officer Training at Crestmont (CFOT) created a new position in 2021—DEIA officer—confirming its commitment to creating a culture embodying