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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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    Help Support Older Americans Month!

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013

    50 years running, the month of May honors older Americans for their contributions to our families, communities and society. Adults 55 years of age and older represent the fastest growing age segment within our nation, and statistics reveal that many individuals in this underserved population are struggling to get by. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates [...]

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    Happy National Salvation Army Week!

    Monday, May 13, 2013

    Today’s no ordinary Monday – it’s the first day of our 60th annual National Salvation Army Week. This week of recognition was first declared by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954 – 74 years after The Salvation Army arrived in the U.S. – who stated in his proclamation: “Among Americans, The Salvation Army has long been a [...]

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27

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

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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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Mar
26

Meet Jatavius: Your Donations at Work

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“The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt.” – Max Lerner Most people will tell you they have experienced at least one turning point during their life, where enlightenment and desire for change met God-given opportunity. For Jatavius, this was [...]

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Mar
22

Yes! SA is now on Pinterest!

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The Salvation Army is proud to announce that we are now on Pinterest! Today we unveil our new account on Pinterest, the pinboard-style, photo-sharing website which enables users to create and manage image collections.  Basically, think of it as a set of online scrapbooks, called boards, where you can browse, share and collect images. You can find The [...]

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Mar
21

Salvation Army Today, March 21

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This week’s Salvation Army Today video – brought to you by The Salvation Army Southern Territory – covers prom dress shopping,  a Salvation Army rehabilitation program in South Africa, and more! Enjoy! Receive weekly updates by subscribing to Salvation Army Today’s YouTube channel at: http://www.youtube.com/user/SalvationArmyToday. To learn how your donations to Salvation Army Family Stores help change lives, or to schedule [...]

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Feb
14

Salvation Army Serves Families Awaiting Carnival Triumph in Mobile, AL

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The Carnival Triumph cruise ship with 4,229 passeners in tow (literally) is currently inching toward port in Mobile, AL after an engine room fire caught four days ago. The ship, described as a “floating petri dish” because of sordid conditions on board and moving at less than 1 mph by tugboats, is expected to make [...]

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Salvation Army Today, February 14

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This week’s Salvation Army Today video – brought to you by The Salvation Army Southern Territory – covers our disaster relief efforts in Hattiesburg, MS, highlights programs in the United Kingdom, and features a very special thank you to our supporters for making The Salvation Army’s 122nd Red Kettle Campaign a record-breaking success. Enjoy! Receive weekly updates by subscribing to [...]