What it takes to help on the worst of days
Volunteers strengthen The Salvation Army’s Emergency/Disaster Services Fires start, storms surge and earthquakes rumble—all without warning and all impacting millions of lives each year. And while every disaster is unique and creates its own special needs, the heart of The Salvation Army’s
Meeting human needs in the aftermath of flooding in Hawaii—no matter how basic they are
In the aftermath of December's kona low storm system that brought heavy rains and subsequent flooding to Hawaii, Hilo Corps Officer Captain Sam LeMar got a call: An older adult—a kūpuna—was stuck in her house after trees had fallen and
Salvation Army ensures ‘Hope is on the way’ following Colorado fires
As destructive fires began to spread through Colorado counties on Dec. 30, 2021, Salvation Army staff and volunteers sprung into action to provide meals and emotional support for first responders and survivors. On the back of The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster
Salvation Army tornado response spans 5 states
The Salvation Army is on the scene in several states, serving first responders and survivors of the tornado outbreak that caused devastation across the midwest and southern regions—particularly in western Kentucky. Food and drinks are being distributed alongside vital emotional
Strong partnerships enhance The Salvation Army’s ability to ‘do the most good’
Scott Robertson and Tri Counties Bank honored for their partnership with The Salvation Army, which includes the ‘Tis the Season Food Drive. To those who think being a bank vice president is all about numbers, Scott Robertson would be quick to
The Salvation Army aids Afghan evacuees as part of Operation Allies Welcome
This month, The Salvation Army Southwest Division Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) activated an Incident Management Team (IMT) to provide donations management of nearly 100 tons of items in support of Operation Allies Welcome at Holloman Air Force Base (HAFB) near
Officers recall ministry of presence near Ground Zero 20 years later
Majors Bonnie and Les Bussey are retired Salvation Army officers providing pastoral care for active officers in the USA Southern Territory. During the 9/11 terrorist attacks, they were stationed at the Cincinnati (Ohio) Citadel Corps. Here they reflect on their
20 Years Later: Remembering the 9/11 terrorist attacks
Twenty years ago, The Salvation Army was one of the first relief organizations to arrive at Ground Zero in New York City—the scene of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center twin towers. Over the years, Salvation Army leaders
Surviving 9/11: From terror to grace
In September 2001, my husband and I were newlyweds, having been married the year before. We had just moved back to New York City after living that first year in another state where Brian had been assigned a short project
Technology partnership brings drones and manpower to disaster response
When the Telegraph and Mescal fires burned in Gila County, Arizona, in June 2021, first responders with the Gila County Emergency Management Office had access to an additional resource to assist with damage assessment: drones. The drones, piloted by members of
The Salvation Army launches a large-scale response to Hurricane Ida
In the southern U.S., The Salvation Army is engaged in a huge response to help people affected by Hurricane Ida, a Category 4 hurricane which made landfall on Sunday, Aug. 29. At the time of writing, one million people were
Salvation Army Haiti earthquake response expands as UPS flies in additional resources
Further locations receiving humanitarian support from The Salvation Army following the recent earthquake in Haiti have been confirmed, according to The Salvation Army’s International Headquarters (IHQ). Communities in La Fosse, Caillot and La Colline will be provided with essential emergency