The Salvation Army of Broward County
Since 1926
The Salvation Army has been active in Broward County since 1926, working to fulfill our mission of “meeting human needs in His name without discrimination”. Lauderdale pioneer Ivy Stranahan was active in the formation of The Salvation Army in Broward County and was one of the original board members. Over the past 94 years, our work has had many expressions in the community, always aimed at helping the poorest and those most in need. As society’s need change, The Salvation Army has the ability to respond locally to shape and modify our services to meet the needs of the local community.
Our organization provides housing to 44 families with children and 125 single men and women experiencing homelessness at any given time. Besides housing and meals, the program provides supportive services including case management, life skills classes, and employability skills training.
In addition to working with people experiencing homelessness, The Salvation Army provides enriching educational programs to children and teens, recreation and education programs to seniors and emergency rent, utilities, and food assistance to needy people in our community. Those experiencing generational poverty partake in an 18 week Getting Ahead group aimed at helping participants identify, build, and leverage resources to build economic stability. Special holiday activities and emergency disaster services round out the agency’s programs.
To learn more about us, schedule a tour of our facility by contacting us today.
Alyse Gossman
Director of Development
954-712-2431
Our History:
Soon after beginning his ministerial career in England in 1852, William Booth abandoned the concept of the traditional church pulpit in favor of taking the gospel of Jesus Christ directly to the people. Walking the streets of London, he preached to the poor, the homeless, the hungry, and the destitute.
When fellow clergymen disagreed with Booth’s unconventional approach, he and his wife Catherine withdrew from the church to train evangelists throughout England. The couple returned to the East End of London in 1865, where many followers joined their fight for the souls of lost men and women. Within 10 years, their organization, operating under the name “The Christian Mission," had over 1,000 volunteers and evangelists.
Thieves, prostitutes, gamblers, and drunkards were among their first converts to Christianity. And soon, those converts were also preaching and singing in the streets as living testimonies to the power of God.
When Booth read a printer's proof of the 1878 “Christian Mission” annual report, he noticed the statement "The Christian Mission is a volunteer army." Crossing out the words "volunteer army," he penned in "Salvation Army." From those words came the basis of the foundation deed of The Salvation Army.
From that point onward, converts became soldiers of Christ and were known then, as now, as Salvationists. They launched an offensive throughout the British Isles that, in spite of violence and persecution, converted 250,000 Christians between 1881 and 1885. Their message spread rapidly, gaining a foothold in America and soon after Canada, Australia, France, Switzerland, India, South Africa, Iceland, and Germany.
Today, The Salvation Army is active in virtually every corner of the world and serves in over 100 countries, offering the message of God’s healing and hope to all those in need.
ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A CHANGE?
Discover how to get ahead and accomplish your goals!
Offered by:
The Salvation Army
Online through ZOOM Video Conferencing
Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-By World
A series of 15 weekly groups will begin on
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Groups will be held on Tuesday's from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Bus Passes, Gas Cards and other incentives will be provided for completed sessions.
Please fill out the application at:
https://salvationarmyflorida.org/fortlauderdale/#our-work under Getting
Ahead Toward Economic Stability
If you have any questions please call: (954) 712-2453 and ask for Jaid or Email: Jaid.Jones@uss.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army in Broward County is Community Based, Community Funded. Your donation will help The Salvation Army shelter the homeless, feed the hungry and provide emergency assistance to keep people from becoming homeless. In all, we serve over 15,000 Broward County residents every year in a multitude of ways. More than 70% of The Salvation Army, Broward County’s funding comes directly from the community – individuals, groups, and businesses like yours. Every gift to The Salvation Army has a direct impact on transforming lives of people who are hurting and in need. Person by person, we are creating a lasting, positive change in the lives of men, women and children in our community. The Salvation Army depends on the support and generosity of individuals, foundations, and businesses to help thousands of individuals and families every year.
Contribute:
The funds raised are used in your local community where the needs are the greatest. You can also become a Monthly Sustainer or give an Honor/Memorial gift.
To donate by phone, please call 954-524-6991 and ask to make a donation over the phone. We accept all major credit cards.
To donate by mail, The Salvation Army P.O. Box 230, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302-0230
To donate through our website, please visit SalvationArmyFortLauderdale.org.
Homeless Supplies for Broward County:
More people than ever in our community are struggling to make ends meet which leads to homelessness.
Help us provide the necessities from clothing to personal care kits for those who come to our shelter with nothing.
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Donate Goods:
When you donate goods to The Salvation Army, those items are then sold at our Family Stores. And the proceeds are used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where those struggling with drugs and alcohol find help, hope, and a second chance at life.
Call 1-800-SA-TRUCK (1-800-728-7825) or visit satruck.org to schedule a pick-up and find the location near you.
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Donate Nonperishable Food Items:
Each week hundreds of individuals line up for our food pantry. Since COVID19 many individuals have found it more difficult to provide food for their families. We rely on donations to keep our food pantry open to those most vulnerable. Help us continue to serve the community. Drop off canned goods and other nonperishable items today.
Kettle Krush 5K
A community fundraising event where participants complete our 5K course to raise money for our programs.
Red Shield Redesign Bash
Redesigners will show off their unique skills and donate a repurposed, reimagined, or redesigned piece for auction. Proceeds from the event and auction support our shelter, feeding, and social services programs.
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