5 ways to show children how to help others
There’s something about a simple act of kindness that has the power to make someone’s day or even impact lives for the better. It’s important to show our kids the power of doing nice things for others, and they are
The science of making friends as an adult
We search for soul mates, why not best friends? I hit my social peak at 5 years old. Kindergarten was the bomb, let me tell you. I was double-booked for play dates. I frequently had three, yes three birthday parties in
Creating an inclusive workspace
How to move beyond ‘friendly’ to include all employees Imagine coming to work with your colleagues every day, excited to impact the community you serve. You have made genuine connections and you feel proud about the work you’re getting done. You’re
Unmasking depression
I no longer feel the need to hide my emotions, my fears or my mental health status as if I were hiding something shameful or secretive. From an early age, I faced challenges with head-strong determination, or as my mother said,
Salvation Army frees hearts with Free Arts
Partnership allows shelter clients access to new programming. By Samuel Hill - Last summer, 16-year-old Niya Jones was homeless, along with her mom, two sisters and brother. Some tough life challenges left the family without a permanent place to stay, and
5 ways to give back this fall
Fall is more than a time to enjoy the colorful leaves and pumpkin-flavored treats — it’s also a perfect time to give back to others in the community — whether that be by volunteering, donating or just brightening someone’s day. Here
A more positive approach to planning
Remember when you were little and it was fun to ask each other the age-old question of what you wanted to be when you grew up? It was powerful to dream, wasn’t it? One day, the dream was to be
Lt. Colonel Leon Eldon Turner, Jr.
June 29, 1930–July 13, 2018 Lt. Colonel Leon Turner was promoted to Glory July 13 from St. Louis, Missouri. The second of six children, Leon Eldon Turner, Jr., was born June 29, 1930, in St. Louis to Leon Eldon, Sr., and Sarah
3 ways parents can encourage other parents
It’s common to hit hurdles at every stage of parenting that can be discouraging, whether that be dealing with exhaustion and parent shaming, or the tantrums of toddlerhood and arguing siblings. In the middle of the chaotic times, it’s important to
Life changing mentorship
Across the West, The Salvation Army shapes young lives through mentorship programs. Mentors can change a child’s life for the better, guiding through major decisions and supporting goals and ambitions to navigate through life. This is especially true for at-risk youth,
How art can heal and bring people together
How art can heal and bring people together When art meets people where they are, magical things can happen. Even better: when art heals people in some of the most dark or unexpected places through song, dance, the written word or live
Capturing life and improving it
Research finds taking and sharing pictures can enhance wellbeing. For something touted as a simple, modern way to connect, having a social media presence is complex. It can feel like a necessary evil—you want to stay in the loop and see