‘The Landing’ intranet launches as Salvation Army employees work remotely
The site is meant to be a central hub of information for territorial workforce By Vivian Lopez - As COVID-19 swept through the nation, The Salvation Army Western Territory transitioned much of its workforce to remote work. In response, the Information Technology
Lines of Attack
From President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1933 inaugural address: This is preeminently the time to speak the truth, the whole truth, frankly, and boldly. Nor need we shrink from honestly facing conditions in our country today. Let me assert my firm belief,
Boy Scouts to hold weekly food drive for Salvation Army in Las Vegas
The Las Vegas Area Council, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), is retooling its Scouting for Food Drive beginning April 22. In response to The Salvation Army Southern Nevada’s service to the Las Vegas valley and beyond, food pantries are being
Salvation Army assists in opening of hotel as temporary homeless shelter
A message from the Territorial Commander: Commissioner Kenneth Hodder: Hello everyone, we’re here today in San Pedro, California, where The Salvation Army is opening the first of three motel shelters in the Los Angeles area. In addition to this facility, there
Salvation Army delivers meals to San Francisco’s homeless encampments
The Salvation Army and the San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) announced the creation of a meal delivery program, MealsinPlaceSF, April 17, to prepare and deliver meals to people experiencing homelessness and living in encampments in San
COVID-19 Salvation Army command updates: April 17
Western Territorial Commander Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder held a teleconference meeting April 17 with members of the Territorial Executive Council, the 16th of such meetings regarding The Salvation Army’s response to COVID-19. Divisional leaders and key staff joined the meeting from
ARC Connect brings peace of mind during COVID-19
By Hillary Jackson– While Jeremy* was safe from COVID-19 while working toward recovery from addiction at The Salvation Army Oakland Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC), his mind was on his family, who were feeling the effects of the pandemic at home. Oakland ARC
Salvation Army in The Netherlands launches campaign, cruise ship and re-opens prison cell for homeless
All means possible are being deployed by The Salvation Army in The Netherlands in an effort to meet the needs of those experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the low-lying European country, shops, businesses, schools and many public utilities
Salvation Army in France and Belgium switch on #FreePlugs campaign
The Salvation Army in France and Belgium launched a campaign encouraging citizens to provide complimentary access to electricity so people in need can recharge their mobile telephones. During the COVID-19 lockdown, access to charging points in shops, cafes, day centers
Salvation Army finds unique ways to meet Denver food demand
By Caitlin Johnston– The Salvation Army is an expert when it comes to feeding those in need. But the fast-spreading, novel coronavirus has caused a dramatic uptick in those who are hungry and in need of help. Corps officers and volunteers immediately
Salvation Army meets human need without discrimination amid COVID-19
A message from the Territorial Commander: Commissioner Kenneth Hodder: My wife and I are here today at The Salvation Army’s campus in Hollywood, California, where there is a lot going on. On a normal day, this is a busy place, but
Salvation Army General calls for ‘tsunami of prayer’ on April 19
General Brian Peddle has called the international Salvation Army to pray on Sunday, April 19, for the effects that the coronavirus pandemic is having around the world. Setting aside the day for intentional focused prayer, The Salvation Army’s international leader