Need someone to talk to? Call The Salvation Army’s national hotline.
If you’re scared, lonely or dealing with uncertainty, dial 844-458-HOPE (4673). Between social distancing, loss of income and a host of unprecedented circumstances, the COVID-19 crisis has given rise to crippling stress, anxiety and isolation in recent weeks—not to mention fear
Coronavirus Pandemic: Focus on Africa and Middle East
Africa has recorded the fewest cases of COVID-19 to date, but many countries have implemented measures to prevent the spread of the virus. The risks of disease transmission are high in countries that do not have a well-developed healthcare system.
COVID-19 Salvation Army command updates: April 1
Western Territorial Commander Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder held a teleconference meeting April 1 with members of the Territorial Executive Council, the tenth of such meetings regarding The Salvation Army’s response to COVID-19. Hodder welcomed attendees at Territorial Headquarters (THQ), including essential
Salvation Army receives $85K from Stater Bros. grocery chain
Harvesting Hope amid a crisis The Salvation Army California South Division received a direct donation of $85,000 from the Stater Bros. Harvesting Hope campaign. Stater Bros., a regional grocery store chain in Southern California, has been a longtime supporter of The
Revolution Hawaii ministers on
RevHI continues outreach to Oahu’s most vulnerable individuals during the COVID-19 crisis. By Karen Gleason - “Jesus can bridge a six-foot gap.” That’s the Revolution Hawaii (RevHI) mindset—and heartset—during the COVID-19 crisis and its mandated social distancing. The people whom RevHI serves—those
The Salvation Army receives $15 million from Lilly Endowment, Inc.
Funds awarded for nationwide COVID-19 response The Salvation Army received $15 million in grants from Lilly Endowment, Inc., for COVID-19 relief efforts. In response to the coronavirus pandemic, The Salvation Army has rapidly evolved its programs to serve vulnerable Americans and
Salvation Army meets needs in every zip code
A message from the Territorial Commander: Hello, everyone. I'm Commissioner Ken Hodder, Territorial Commander for the USA Western Territory of The Salvation Army. I'm here today in San Pedro, California, where The Salvation Army maintains an active Spanish-speaking congregation. I'm here today
Salvation Army wants you to help the unknown
A message from the Territorial Commander: Hello, everyone. I'm Commissioner Ken Hodder, Territorial Commander for the USA Western Territory of The Salvation Army. Recently, my wife and I have found ourselves on the streets of Los Angeles providing food to those
COVID-19 Salvation Army command updates: March 30
Western Territorial Commander Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder held a teleconference meeting March 30 with members of the Territorial Executive Council, the ninth of such meetings regarding The Salvation Army’s response to COVID-19. During the week of March 30-April 3, command heads
‘Silver Line’ offers voice of encouragement for seniors
The Western Territory sent a card to some 3,000 residents of The Salvation Army’s Silvercrest facilities in the Western Territory, alerting them to a toll-free phone line they can call for support and encouragement. “I’m calling it the Silver Line,” said
How to use disaster service time to develop as a follower of Jesus
By Patrick Lyons, Captain - “O, Begin! Fix some part of every day for private exercises
How The Salvation Army is caring for seniors during COVID-19
Throughout the Western U.S., The Salvation Army has traditionally helped seniors through community meals, joyful activities and visiting those who are homebound. Additionally, the Army houses 3,000 seniors throughout the West in a number of apartment-style communities called Silvercrests. Seniors have