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    Tornado Devastates Oklahoma, Salvation Army Lines Up to Serve

    Monday, May 20, 2013

    Estimated to be over two miles wide at one point, a devastating tornado with winds up to 200 mph struck just south of Oklahoma City this afternoon, ripping apart homes and other buildings in populated areas. The Salvation Army, mobilized and serving since before yesterday’s bout of tornadic activity, is currently organizing disaster response units [...]

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    Charles Schwab Corporation Supports Salvation Army & Wants Your Vote!

    Monday, May 20, 2013

    The Charles Schwab Corporation kicks off its tenth annual Schwab Volunteer Week today, which includes service projects in 82 cities across the U.S., with 3,200 employees taking part in 200 different services projects benefiting 157 charities! Among the list of charities is The Salvation Army, where Schwab volunteers will be contributing time and talent on three different [...]

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    The Salvation Army is serving those affected by tornadoes in Oklahoma

    Monday, May 20, 2013

    The Salvation Army of Oklahoma and Arkansas have been active in their response to the strong storm system that swept through the state of Oklahoma this weekend producing multiple thunderstorms and tornadoes. The Salvation Army is stationed in several locations in Oklahoma providing refreshments, food, and spiritual support to affected residents, search and rescuers, and [...]

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    FedEx Donates 17th Disaster Response Unit to Salvation Army

    Friday, May 17, 2013

    The maters of timeliness, our friends at FedEx donated a custom $100,000 Disaster Response Unit (DRU) to The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania on Wednesday, May 15th, just in time for the 60th annual National Salvation Army Week. The DRU will help Salvation Army workers and volunteers better serve communities impacted by disaster by providing [...]

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  • Reebok Supports Active Lifestyles with Salvation Army

    Friday, May 17, 2013

      Obesity prevalence among children and adolescents has almost tripled in the last 30 years. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese. The Salvation Army is proud to announce a great partnership with Reebok and Build Our Kids’ Success [...]

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    The Salvation Army Continues Disaster Relief Services Following Dallas Area Tornadoes

    Thursday, May 16, 2013

      Post courtesy of Philip Burn with The Salvation Army Texas Division.  The Salvation Army went into urgent action last night with volunteer disaster teams on site in Hood County to provide services in the wake of last night’s devastating tornadoes in North Texas. Three disaster canteens (mobile kitchens) from the Dallas Fort Worth area were deployed and [...]

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  • Salvation Army Today, May 16

    Thursday, May 16, 2013

    This week’s Salvation Army Today video – brought to you by The Salvation Army Southern Territory – features the celebration of this week’s 60th annual National Salvation Army Week, kissing a pig for donations, and a chance to vote for The Salvation Army Switzerland in a Eurovision Song Contest. Please enjoy! You can subscribe to Salvation Army Today’s YouTube [...]

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    Salvation Army Serving North Texas Following Deadly Tornadoes

    Thursday, May 16, 2013

    Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) crews are serving the North Texas communities of Granbury and Cleburne after a powerful storm system producing multiple tornadoes caused significant damage and injuries late on Wednesday evening. As of this morning, officials say at least six people were killed as a result of the storm, with as many [...]

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    Salvation Army Volunteer Among Inspiring Youth Honored by Kevin Spacey at National Award Ceremony

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013

    In recognition of Salvation Army Week, we would like to take this chance and highlight two inspiring youth volunteers. The 18th annual presentation of The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards was held last week at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C, which honored hundreds of top youth volunteers from across the [...]

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    Donating Unwanted Goods is As Easy As Ever With New Mobile Site

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013

    We’re excited to share that The Salvation Army launched a new mobile version of the organization’s Family Store site, www.SATRUCK.org that makes donating unwanted goods easier than ever. With a few clicks on your tablet or smart phone, the streamlined mobile site allows visitors to easily schedule a donation pick-up at their home or business, or [...]

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Salvation Army Today, April 4!

This week’s Salvation Army Today video – brought to you by The Salvation Army Southern Territory – features The Salvation Army of Houston breaking ground for the new International Corps Community Center, and The Salvation Army of Australia’s art therapy class for the homeless called “Studio on the Street”. Enjoy! Receive weekly updates by subscribing to Salvation Army Today’s [...]

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Fraternity says “Just Can It”

How far would you go to support a good cause? Well, there is a certain fraternity that can boldly answer that question… The Salvation Army of Omaha, Nebraska is partnering with the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Greek students to raise awareness for homelessness in Omaha, NE. Throughout this week, members of the Pi [...]

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How to Declutter Your Wardrobe: 3 Easy Questions to Ask Yourself

Thrifting is a pastime focused on the accumulation of things – and if you’re anything like me, you like to partake in this pastime often, which means your accumulation of things inevitably creates clutter in your home. Clutter is healthy in the average household, but clutter in a thrifter’s household has potential to get out [...]

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Tips From a True Glam Thrifter

The following was contributed by guest blogger, Sheila Fortson, owner of the Hidden Glam Boutique in Ambler, PA. Sheila is also known as “The Glam Thrifter” because she loves to shop second-hand and does it like a pro! Join her online at www.MeetSheilaFortson.com and www.Facebook.com/TheGlamThrifter. All dresses pictured below are from The Salvation Army Family Store in Montgomeryville, [...]

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New $100,000 Canteen for The Salvation Army of Joplin, Missouri

Last week, The Salvation Army of Joplin, MO, unveiled a new $100,000 mobile canteen courtesy of Beacon Roofing Supply, a timely donation as the country’s tornado season began earlier this month. For those who are unfamiliar with these vehicles, The Salvation Army’s canteens are full service kitchens on wheels that deploy during times of disaster. [...]

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Salvation Army Today, March 14

This week’s Salvation Army Today video – brought to you by The Salvation Army Southern Territory – covers The Salvation Army’s continued response in Japan two years after the devastating tsunami, and features one man’s triumph over addiction through counseling at one of The Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARC). Enjoy! Receive weekly updates by subscribing to Salvation Army Today’s YouTube [...]