Salvation Army steps up last minute to host cold weather shelter in Missoula
Following a six-weeklong sprint to get city approval and raise $50,000, The Salvation Army in Missoula, Montana, is gearing up to open an overnight warming center for the homeless population. The organization is anticipating roughly 40 guests a night, who will
The Salvation Army opens first polytechnic in Liberia
Commissioner Birgitte Brekke-Clifton, International Secretary for Program Resources, officiated at the polytechnic’s launch. The Salvation Army in Liberia has broadened its education capacity with the opening of a polytechnic earlier this year that will award degrees and other tertiary qualifications. Education
The General launches Australia Territory
General Brian Peddle launched The Salvation Army Australia Territory as a single united entity Nov. 30 during the week-long “Still Others” event in Melbourne. The launch concluded a 10-day visit for the General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle (World President of
Olympia Toy Run turns 41
Annual motorcycle event stocks Olympia Corps’ Toy n’ Joy Shop. By Karen Gleason - More than 2,000 motorcyclists congregated Dec. 1 for the 41st annual Olympia (Washington) Toy Run. Spectators lined the parade route to support the bikers, who had toys strapped
National Commander leads Great Salvation Rally
Event recognizes 125 years of Salvation Army service in Arizona. By Scott Johnson - Joy and song filled the air at The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Phoenix on Nov. 18, as The Salvation Army celebrated
Salvation Army to distribute Thanksgiving meals throughout Hawaii
Bruno Mars donation enables Salvation Army to serve an additional 24,000 people. The Salvation Army in Hawaii will provide approximately 5,000 Thanksgiving holiday meals through annual events at locations statewide from Hanapepe to Honoka‘a, including the 48th annual Thanksgiving Meal at