The Salvation Army partners with Walmart for annual Jingle in July kettle fundraiser
Salvation Army bell ringers will be outside Walmart stores every Friday and Saturday in July. Salvation Army staff and volunteers will ring the bell outside Walmart stores in Alaska every Friday and Saturday afternoon throughout the month of July as a
Salvation Army participates in Kake drive-in baccalaureate service
Alaska village celebrates its high school graduates. The Kake, Alaska, community celebrated its high school graduates with a drive-in baccalaureate service May 8 on the lawn between the Presbyterian church and the beach. A spectacular sunset highlighted the graduates and their
Anchorage Salvation Army offers shelter for children impacted by COVID-19 crisis
The Salvation Army sets up temporary housing for children whose parents are coping with the virus. By Lessa Peter - In April, The Salvation Army opened a child vulnerability shelter in Anchorage, Alaska in response to a request from the city of
The Salvation Army Kenai Corps welcomes ‘wigglers’
Corps finds a creative accommodation for an active child. By Karen Gleason - The Salvation Army welcomes everyone, including those with special needs. It’s a promise—and sometimes it’s a challenge. The Kenai (Alaska) Corps faced that challenge some time ago when a new
Alaska Division meets needs from cities to rural villages amid COVID-19 crisis
Alaska Salvation Army seeks to ensure “Hope is Greater Than Fear” for Alaskans in need. While COVID-19 took a while longer to invade Alaska than the rest of the United States, it’s there now. The state reported 59 confirmed cases as
Juneau Corps youth provide essentials for seniors
Youth prepare toiletry bags for elders living in senior residences. By Karen Gleason - Juneau (Alaska) Corps young people came up with a project to help the community elders during the COVID-19 crisis—toiletry bags. “It was fun,” 15-year-old Reilley Halverson said. “ I
National Guard and The Salvation Army celebrate 50 years of partnership with Operation Santa Claus
Between limited access to public transportation, shopping, commerce and big-city bustle, it's easy for remote communities to feel a little isolated and left behind. Thankfully, the Alaska National Guard and The Salvation Army pair up every Christmas season for Operation Santa
Kenai Christmas Store raises thousands
2019 opening day nets $8,000 The Kenai Corps’ Christmas Store started out small in 2004 as a women’s ministry project with just a few shelves and tables. Now in its 15th year, it raises thousands of dollars in just one month—from
Alaska Salvation Army prepares for national toy drive with Walmart stores
The Salvation Army in Alaska is ready for the Nov. 9 toy drive event taking place at several Walmart stores. Similar events are taking place at Walmart stores nationwide, as The Salvation Army and Walmart join forces to provide toys
‘Others’ Award presented during 20th annual Teddy Bear Tea in Anchorage
The Salvation Army Anchorage Women’s Auxiliary Board held its 20th annual Teddy Bear Tea Oct. 6 at the Anchorage Hilton with proceeds supporting local Salvation Army social service programs. Sheila Balistreri, who emcees the event every year, received The Salvation Army
Salvation Army offers hope after Alaska fires
Mat-Su Valley Corps in it for long-term By Kristin Marguerite Doidge - When a major wildfire broke out in Southcentral Alaska Aug. 17, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) quickly stepped in to assist victims. Staff and volunteers provided special care
Salvation Army assists Alaska wildfire victims
The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) Alaska unit quickly took action Aug. 18 to help people affected by the Mat-Su Valley wildfires in Southcentral Alaska, which began Aug. 17. Several fires are burning in some of the area’s most