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STAFF DIRECTORY

Meet Our Team

Captains Deanne & Nathan Jones

Captains Deanne & Nathan Jones

Corps Officers

Phone Number: (772) 288-1471 x.204

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Social Services

Jennifer Amaro

Jennifer Amaro

Social Services Program Coordinator - St. Lucie and Okeechobee Counties

Direct Phone Number: (772) 742-8659

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Wendy Morgan

Wendy Morgan

Food Service Manager

Direct Phone Number: (772) 266-8595

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Gary Blackmon

Gary Blackmon

Social Service Program Coordinator - Martin County

Direct Phone Number: (772) 266-8602

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Kim Tolbert

Kim Tolbert

Program Manager of Compassion House

Direct Phone Number: (772) 266-8623

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Family Store

Marco Cruz

Marco Cruz

Family Store Program Manager

Direct Phone Number: (772) 419-7377
Mobile: (772) 521-0339

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Rosa Chuy

Rosa Chuy

Manager, Family Store - Port St. Lucie

Direct Phone Number: (772) 212-7578

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Mark Witt

Mark Witt

Manager, Family Store - Ft Pierce

(772) 742-8658 - Office-Direct

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Teresa Goodman

Manager, Family Store - Martin County
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Scott Jennings

Assistant Manager, Family Store - Martin County
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Angela King

Assistant Manager, Family Store - Port St. Lucie
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Judy Stapleton

Assistant Manager, Family Store - Ft. Pierce
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Administrative Team

 Kim Johnson

Kim Johnson

Director of Development

Direct Phone Number: (772) 266-8598

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Fabiola Cabrera

Fabiola Cabrera

Accounting Operations Supervisor

(772) 266-8617 - Office-Direct

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Devonte Lawson

Devonte Lawson

Corps Mission Associate

(772) 530-9794 - Office-Direct

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Jennifer Sanchez-Castillo

Jennifer Sanchez-Castillo

Accounting Clerk I - Martin County

(772) 266-8602 - Office-Direct

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Mike O’Grady

Building Maintenance Worker/Driver - Martin County

Direct Phone Number: (772) 266-8616

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Carrie Dwyer

Administrative Assistant

772-419-7882 - Office-Direct

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Dustin Pappas

Volunteer Coordinator

772-288-1471 - ext. 216

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ADVISORY BOARD

Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board is a team of local professionals dedicated to the mission of the Salvation Army. The Board strives to further the Army’s goal of “doing the most good” while maintaining responsible stewardship of the Army’s resources.

Vicki Davis, Chair of the Board

Carl Hensley, Co-Chairman of the Board

J. Charles Stracuzzi, Treasurer

Garfield Bowen, Board Member

Daniel Braden, Board Member

Bill Buchalter, Board Member

Robert Johnson, Board Member

Ryan Strom, Board Member

Paula Lewis, Board Member

Wayne Magdalena, Board Member

Barry Grant Marsh, Board Member

Scott Montgomery, Board Member

Carl Muti, Board Member

Robert Shaffer, Board Member

Amber Woods, Board Member

Jimmy Smith, Board Member

WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary was founded by Mary Helen Keim in 2000.  In 2002, the Auxiliary began raising money to open a homeless shelter in Martin County.  By 2012, Compassion House, the Army’s transitional homeless shelter for women and women with children officially opened.

Through the years, the Auxiliary has raised funds to help with Salvation Army programs and services, including purchasing a new 15-passenger van; purchasing a new 18-passenger bus; sending hundreds of children to summer camp; funded Vacation Bible School projects; assisted and funded Back-To-School backpack distribution; staffed the Red Kettle at Christmas; Assisted with Angel tree processing and distribution; and assisted with merchandising at the Family Store.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Gretchen Dewey, President
Kathy Span, Vice President
Lori Biard, Recording Secretary
Karen Harrison, Treasurer
Dawn Blair, Sunshine Secretary
Mary Waller, Chaplain
Kathie Voldish, Historian
Carolyn Magdalena, Volunteer Coordinator

MEMBERSHIP

Membership Application

For more membership information, please call our Membership Chair, Judy Scott, by phone at 772-763-9077 or e-mail JudyScott0703@gmail.com.

SERVICE CHART (at a glance)

OKEECHOBEE COUNTY ASSISTANCE

HOURS OF OPERATION

Tuesday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

1600 SW 2nd Ave Unit B

Okeechobee, FL 34972

(located in the New Horizons Building)

863-763-6020

Schedule an appointment

ST. LUCIE COUNTY ASSISTANCE

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 2 PM (pantry)

Mon - Fri, 2 PM - 4PM* (appointment only*)

3629 S US HIGHWAY 1

FORT PIERCE, FL 34982

772-464-4846 ext. 104

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

MARTIN COUNTY ASSISTANCE

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 2 PM (pantry)

Mon - Fri, 2 PM - 4PM* (appointment only*)

821 SE MLK Jr. Blvd

Stuart, FL 34994

772-288-1471 ext.201

Schedule an appointment

COMPASSION HOUSE (Shelter for Women & Women With Children)

Compassion House

The Salvation Army's transitional shelter for homeless women and children.

CLICK FOR COMPASSION HOUSE APPLICATION

772-288-1471, ext. 502

Please call for more information.

821 SE MLK Jr. Blvd

STUART, FL 34994

About us

Often individuals and families struggling with homelessness simply need a short-term solution to help them get back on their feet again. We offer safe, secure shelter, meals, clothing and counseling while residents work to once again become self-sufficient.

Our Clients

Compassion House is our shelter for homeless women and women with children in Martin County.

facility

We have 8 bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. Moreover, we have a children’s playroom and playground, laundry room, computer workspace and dining area. The shelter is fully staffed to provide security and assist the residents as needed.

no charge

We do not charge ANY fees.  We are funded through grants, private donations, The United Way of Martin County, local foundations and profits from The Salvation Army Family Store.

empowerment

Residents meet with case managers weekly to tailor goals to overcome their individual barriers to housing and stability and are introduced to local resources to meet those goals. Depending on the individual needs of the resident, we may provide assistance with daycare, job-seeking skills, debt management and budgeting, GED classes or college classes - whatever is necessary to help them be successful.

time

There is no set time that a woman can stay as long as she is working toward her goals.  An average stay is 3-6 months.

"Compassion House is more than just a shelter. We empower women to be more resilient when they face life's challenges."

Kim TolbertProgram Manager of Compassion House
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FAQs

  • How do the women qualify to become residents? They fill out an application and meet with the shelter coordinator who determines whether they would be a good fit for CH. They must not have a recent record of violent crime or drug charges. They can’t be using drugs or alcohol and must be willing to work to regain control of their lives. We currently have a waitlist of homeless women seeking help.
  • Do the residents have to pay anything? No. All their needs are met so they can save their money to eventually afford an apartment of their own. We provide meals, linens, toiletries, laundry supplies, and clothes, as well as classes and counseling - everything they need to get back on their feet.
  • What do the children do while they stay at CH? They are in school or at daycare during the day. During the summer, they enjoy activities at the Boys and Girls Club. In the evenings and on weekends, they play in the playroom or on the playground. Many participate in the youth and church programs available here at the Salvation Army.
  • What can I do to help? We are always in need of twin-size sheets and comforters, bath towels, diapers and laundry supplies, and of course, monetary gifts are always appreciated. If you own an affordable rental property in our area, we would love to talk with you!

HOURS OF OPERATION

Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Shelter: 24 H - Monday - Sunday

Partner With Us

Partner with us to make a difference in the life of many. For more information call 772-288-1471, ext. 202.

Compassion House is funded in part by:

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PATHWAY OF HOPE

PATHWAY OF HOPE

Meeting your family’s needs while building a better life can be hard. The Salvation Army helps navigate challenges on the path to a brighter future.

What Is Pathway of Hope?

The Pathway of Hope initiative is an approach launched by The Salvation Army in 2011 to provide targeted services to families with a desire to take action to break the generational cycle of crisis and enable a path out of poverty. It is rooted in a case management approach, focusing on client needs through a strength-based lens.

Targeting families with children came from the desire to have an intergenerational impact on poverty. By positively influencing the lives of parents, the Salvation Army can create better living conditions for children. Influencing children in their development years is crucial, as studies show that children who spend more than half of their life in poverty are 32 times more likely to be in poverty as an adult.

The Pathway of Hope Approach Includes:

What Does the Initiative Involve?

Caring for your family’s needs, while building a strong future can be challenging in today’s economic times. The Salvation Army team will offer support, guidance and assistance as we walk alongside you on your family’s journey:

Mapping it out
Meet with a caseworker to develop your personalized action plan.

Tracking Progress
Chart your progress and see your success with your dedicated case worker on a regular basis.

Passing Milestones
See where you are at six months and decide what’s next on your journey.

Looking ahead
Celebrate your successes. Adjust any further goals.  Encourage others.

SUPPORT PATHWAY OF HOPE BY MAKING A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION TODAY.

Donating to Pathway of Hope and The Salvation Army ensures that our programming can continue to help people in need in Martin, Saint Lucie, and Okeechobee counties.

Donate Today

BOOTH’S CAFE SOUP KITCHEN

Join us for a hot meal and fellowship!

Our Booth’s Cafe soup kitchen

Is free and open to the public.

Fridays

To-go Meals available
4:30 - 6:00 pm

Location

Martin County - 821 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stuart, FL 34994

"We are proud to provide a FREE meal to the community weekly on Friday nights. Everyone is welcome to enjoy food and fellowship"!

Wendy MorganFood Service Manager
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volunteer

Our volunteers are essential to what we do. If you are interested in helping with our mission, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 772-288-1471, ext. 216.

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DISASTER RELIEF

The Salvation Army: There When It Matters

When people have lost everything in a disaster, The Salvation Army is there to provide emergency assistance to
survivors.

We  provide emergency assistance to help meet survivors’ most urgent needs for food, clothing, shelter, and medical services.

Salvation Army disaster volunteers are specially trained for this mission. For more information, visit disaster.salvationarmyusa.org

We combat natural Disasters with acts of GOOD

Disaster Relief

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MONETARY DONATIONS

DONATE ONLINE NOW

Mail Donations To:

821 SE Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD

Stuart, FL 34994

FOOD DONATIONS

ITEMS NEEDED YEAR-ROUND IN OUR FOOD PANTRIES

  • Fruits, fruits canned in own juice or 100% fruit juice such as peaches, pears, or pineapple
  • Grains, whole-grain foods such as, brown rice, oatmeal, cereal, or multigrain pasta
  • Dairy, boxed, low-fat milk or milk alternatives such as, skim, 1% milk, almond milk, or soy milk
  • Condiments, such as salsa, oil, mustard, mayonnaise, pasta sauce, or salt-free seasonings
  • Vegetables, canned vegetables such as green beans, tomatoes, peas, or corn
  • Protein, lean sources of animal and plant-based protein such as canned chicken, tuna, peanut butter, dried or canned beans
  • Snacks, healthy foods for on-the-go such as granola, nuts, seeds, breakfast bars, or crackers

Items may be dropped off during regular business hours at any of our social services offices.

*Please note we are unable to take partially used or opened packages.

THRIFT STORE DONATIONS

Our Family Stores accept gently-used furniture, clothing, books, linens and other household items. Your donations help in so many ways! People in need of clothing or other items can apply at our social services offices for vouchers to shop for those items in our stores. The proceeds from store sales help to support Compassion House, our shelter for homeless women and children, and our other many services. Click here for store locations and hours.

SHELTER DONATIONS

The Salvation Army strives to meet the needs of the homeless in our area. Donations of twin-size sheets, towels, laundry supplies, packages of new socks and underwear (children’s and women’s sizes) and hygiene items are always appreciated for our Compassion House homeless shelter. Donations of tents, tarps, bug spray, batteries, backpacks, new socks, razors and other toiletry items are always needed for the homeless clients who visit our social services offices. Donations can be dropped off at any of our social services offices.

VEHICLE DONATION

Your vehicle donation to The Salvation Army helps us serve the most vulnerable members of your community and rehabilitation programs that heal addictions, change lives, and restore families.  To learn more click below:

Vehicle Donation

VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEER AT YOUR LOCAL SALVATION ARMY

Click below to sign up or call Dustin at 772-288-1471, ext. 216, to learn more.

CLICK TO VOLUNTEER

PLANNED GIVING

Planned Giving, Wills, Gift Annuity, Trusts

Some people’s legacies are written on monuments. Yours can be written on lives. The Salvation Army has many financial planning options to help you plan your estate. Salvation Army planned giving advisors are professionals with many years of experience in estate and gift planning who care about your goals and plans. They will work with your attorney or accountant to explain the many gift opportunities available to you and the financial advantages of each. Contact The Salvation Army to learn how confidential, personal financial planning can help you achieve your goals while helping to sustain our life-changing mission.

Planned Gifts
The principal benefits of planned gifts accrue to The Salvation Army at a later time, after your death, or the death of your last named beneficiary. Planned gifts take many forms, providing additional income for you and/or your heirs, reducing income and estate taxes, relieving you and your heirs of complicated financial management responsibilities, and helping to fulfill your personal, humanitarian, and charitable objectives. Planned gifts can be made in cash, real estate, stocks, bonds, personal property, or life insurance.

Bequests by Will
One of the simplest planned gifts is a bequest through your will in which you designate either a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate after other disbursements. In addition to supporting The Salvation Army, it serves as an example to your heirs of the values and ideals you hold dear. A bequest also can reduce the amount of your taxable estate, which may increase the actual amount available to loved ones.

Gift Annuity
A gift annuity is an agreement between you and The Salvation Army. In exchange for your irrevocable gift, The Salvation Army pays a fixed dollar amount during your life and/or the life of a designated loved one. The amount you receive is determined by the size of your gift, your age, and the age of your beneficiary. Your income is guaranteed, regardless of market fluctuation. A major portion of your income is a tax-exempt return of principal, and the income may be deferred until a later time as part of your retirement plan.

Charitable Remainder Trust
A charitable trust transfers ownership and management of cash and/or appreciated securities to The Salvation Army. The Army manages the trust and pays income to you for the remainder of your life and/or the life of another beneficiary. An annuity trust provides a fixed annual income for those wanting consistent, predictable payments. A unitrust pays a variable return based on market changes, providing an effective hedge against inflation.

Pooled Income Fund
A pooled income fund is a trust designed to provide variable yet reliable income. Like a commercial mutual fund, it combines your gift with the contributions of other fund participants, wisely investing the sum for a balance of income and growth. Dividends are paid to the shareholders in proportion to each person’s contribution. Your donation results in a tax deduction for the year your gift was made, elimination of capital gains tax if you invest appreciated securities, and reduction of estate taxes for your heirs.

Life Insurance
Contributions of life insurance can provide a substantial gift to The Salvation Army. The value of an ordinary policy at the time of the gift is tax deductible. If you continue paying the premiums, they also are deductible as charitable contributions. If a paid-up policy is given, the cost of purchasing a new paid-up policy at your current age is the value of the charitable deduction.

Hometown Endowment
A hometown endowment is a perpetual gift that can be designated for a specific Salvation Army location or program. The original gift remains intact, and the income is used toward the designated area of service. An endowment can be established in memory of a loved one, or a donation can be added to an existing fund that will contribute to your local community indefinitely.

WORSHIP

Join Us For Worship

"All are welcome!"

Sunday

10 am - Sunday School

11 am - Holiness Meeting

The Doctrines of the Salvation Army

  1. We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God, and that they only constitute the Divine rule of Christian faith and practice.
  2. We believe that there is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator, Preserver, and Governor of all things, and who is the only proper object of religious worship.
  3. We believe that there are three persons in the Godhead – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, undivided in essence and co-equal in power and glory.
  4. We believe that in the person of Jesus Christ the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man.
  5. We believe that our first parents were created in a state of innocency, but by their disobedience, they lost their purity and happiness, and that in consequence of their fall, all men have become sinners, totally depraved, and as such are justly exposed to the wrath of God.
  6. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ has by His suffering and death made an atonement for the whole world so that whosoever will may be saved.
  7. We believe that repentance toward God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and regeneration by the Holy Spirit are necessary to salvation.
  8. We believe that we are justified by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself.
  9. We believe that continuance in a state of salvation depends upon continued obedient faith in Christ.
  10. We believe that it is the privilege of all believers to be wholly sanctified, and that their whole spirit and soul and body may be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
  11. We believe in the immortality of the soul, the resurrection of the body, in the general judgement at the end of the world, in the eternal happiness of the righteous, and in the endless punishment of the wicked.
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

Home League Thursdays at 10:30 am

Our Women's Ministries provides a variety of opportunities for all women to feel valued, encouraged, equipped and invited to catch the joy through Christian faith and fellowship. Called the Home League, the group meets every Thursday morning to come together for fellowship, worship, education and service. Join us! Includes a fellowship lunch.

More Information Contact

Captain Deanne Jones

Corps Officer (772) 266-8580 - Office-Direct
SUMMER CAMP (CHILDREN & YOUTH)

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registration for 2022 is closed.

Welcome To The Salvation Army Camp KeyStone

Located in north central Florida, Camp Keystone has been providing life changing Christian summer camp experiences for hundreds of children every summer. Experience and know the love of Jesus through a variety of sports, arts, and outdoor adventure in an exciting environment.

For more information, please contact Devonte Lawson at 772-530-9794

"Many pivotal moments of my life happened at Camp Keystone. I developed the passion for uplifting youth and families. I've made life-long relationships, and I even married my wife there! Keystone is 'home' to me and my family."

Devonte LawsonCorps Mission Associate

Exciting Activities Every Day!

ZIP LINE

NATURE EXPLORATION

BASKETBALL

FRISBEE GOLF

HIKING

SWIMMING

SOCCER

WHIFFLE BALL

ARCHERY

HORSESHOES

PLAYGROUNDS

BIKING

CAMP KEYSTONE MAP

FAMILY NIGHT

Family Night is Thursday evenings, 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Adults enjoy bible study while youth participate in Christ-centered activities. Join us for a meal and fellowship!

TEEN NIGHT

Teens experience spiritual education while enjoying fun outings and service opportunities.

Dinner is included!

Friday evenings 5:00 - 7:30 pm.

BRASS BAND

The Salvation Army is dedicated to keeping music alive for teenagers in Martin County

Cost

Our Youth Brass Band offers free weekly instruction as well as free use of an instrument to kids ages 13 and up.

Date

Tuesdays at 7:30 pm.

Location

821 SE MLK Jr. Blvd. in Stuart.

For more information, contact

Lieutenant Jeff Marquis
Corps Officer
(772) 266-8580 - Office-Direct

PRAYER REQUEST

Questions, Comments, and Prayer Requests

Please be sure to include your phone number and/or e-mail address if you would like to be contacted regarding your inquiry. Prayer Requests: We would be honored to pray for you! If you would like to receive a prayer card from The Salvation Army, please include your mailing address.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

*Please note this office serves as administration for Martin, St. Lucie and Okeechobee Counties.

ADDRESS: 821 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart, FL 34994

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

PHONE NUMBER: 772-288-1471

DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS: 

Interim Corps Officer Colonel Dennis Strissel, ext. 204

Corps Secretary, ext. 215

Business Administrator, ext. 207

Building Maintenance, ext. 209

Human Resources Generalist, ext. 210

Volunteer Coordinator, ext. 216

Public Relations/Development, ext. 202

Food Service Manager, ext. 212

Corps Youth Director: 772-530 9794

SOCIAL SERVICES/PANTRIES

SOCIAL SERVICES/PANTRIES:

MARTIN COUNTY: 

ADDRESS: 821 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart, FL 34994

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

PHONE NUMBER: 772-288-1471, ext. 201

ST. LUCIE COUNTY: 

ADDRESS:  3629 S. US Hwy 1, Ft. Pierce, FL 34982

HOURS OF OPERATION:  Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

PHONE NUMBER: 772-288-1471, ext. 101

OKEECHOBEE COUNTY: 

ADDRESS: 1600 SW 2nd Avenue Unit B, Okeechobee, FL 34974

HOURS OF OPERATION: Tuesday from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

PHONE NUMBER: 863-763-6020

FAMILY STORES

FAMILY STORE LOCATIONS

*To reach any one of our stores or to schedule a pickup, call 772-288-1471 

MARTIN COUNTY: 

STUART ADDRESS:

1860 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Saturday, 9:30am – 4:30 pm

Sunday, CLOSED

ST. LUCIE COUNTY: 

PORT ST. LUCIE ADDRESS:

10011 S US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Saturday, 9:30am – 4:30 pm

Sunday, CLOSED

FORT PIERCE ADDRESS:

3629 S US-1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Saturday, 9:30am – 4:30 pm

Sunday, CLOSED

HOMELESS SHELTER FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN

Compassion House 

Transitional Shelter for Women & Children


ADDRESS: 821 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stuart, FL  34994

PHONE NUMBER: (772) 266-8623

Click Here for More Information!

Compassion House

The Salvation Army's transitional shelter for homeless women and children.

CLICK FOR COMPASSION HOUSE APPLICATION

772-288-1471, ext. 502

Please call for more information.

821 SE MLK Jr. Blvd

STUART, FL 34994

About us

Often individuals and families struggling with homelessness simply need a short-term solution to help them get back on their feet again. We offer safe, secure shelter, meals, clothing and counseling while residents work to once again become self-sufficient.

Our Clients

Compassion House is our shelter for homeless women and women with children in Martin County.

facility

We have 8 bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. Moreover, we have a children’s playroom and playground, laundry room, computer workspace and dining area. The shelter is fully staffed to provide security and assist the residents as needed.

no charge

We do not charge ANY fees.  We are funded through grants, private donations, The United Way of Martin County, local foundations and profits from The Salvation Army Family Store.

empowerment

Residents meet with case managers weekly to tailor goals to overcome their individual barriers to housing and stability and are introduced to local resources to meet those goals. Depending on the individual needs of the resident, we may provide assistance with daycare, job-seeking skills, debt management and budgeting, GED classes or college classes - whatever is necessary to help them be successful.

time

There is no set time that a woman can stay as long as she is working toward her goals.  An average stay is 3-6 months.

"Compassion House is more than just a shelter. We empower women to be more resilient when they face life's challenges."

Kim TolbertProgram Manager of Compassion House
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FAQs

  • How do the women qualify to become residents? They fill out an application and meet with the shelter coordinator who determines whether they would be a good fit for CH. They must not have a recent record of violent crime or drug charges. They can’t be using drugs or alcohol and must be willing to work to regain control of their lives. We currently have a waitlist of homeless women seeking help.
  • Do the residents have to pay anything? No. All their needs are met so they can save their money to eventually afford an apartment of their own. We provide meals, linens, toiletries, laundry supplies, and clothes, as well as classes and counseling - everything they need to get back on their feet.
  • What do the children do while they stay at CH? They are in school or at daycare during the day. During the summer, they enjoy activities at the Boys and Girls Club. In the evenings and on weekends, they play in the playroom or on the playground. Many participate in the youth and church programs available here at the Salvation Army.
  • What can I do to help? We are always in need of twin-size sheets and comforters, bath towels, diapers and laundry supplies, and of course, monetary gifts are always appreciated. If you own an affordable rental property in our area, we would love to talk with you!

HOURS OF OPERATION

Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Shelter: 24 H - Monday - Sunday

Partner With Us

Partner with us to make a difference in the life of many. For more information call 772-288-1471, ext. 202.

Compassion House is funded in part by:

Stay on top of everything that Salvation Army does in our community and how you can help.

CONTACT FORM

Questions, Comments, and Prayer Requests

Please be sure to include your phone number and/or e-mail address if you would like to be contacted regarding your inquiry. Prayer Requests: We would be honored to pray for you! If you would like to receive a prayer card from The Salvation Army, please include your mailing address.
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LOCAL NEWS

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

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SALVATION ARMY CELEBRATES ITS VOLUNTEERS

(PALM CITY, FL) – The Salvation Army of Martin, St. Lucie and Okeechobee Counites recently showed appreciation for its volunteers at a celebratory luncheon held at Martin Downs Golf Club in Palm City. The program included recognition of top volunteers and guest speakers Major Sarah Nelson and Lieutenant Mariah Deshazo, who gave testimony of their experiences serving in the Salvation Army. In addition to being treated to a delightful lunch, each guest received a small gift and a ticket for a chance to win a basket of goodies.

“One of the most important choices you can make is how you share your time,” said Gary Blackmon, Volunteer Coordinator for the Salvation Army. “Every day I see our volunteers giving so freely to help others in need.”

The crowd cheered as Blackmon recognized volunteers for their total hours of service working for the Salvation Army in 2021. Top honors were given to Steve Casola, Kaylee Cumming and June Stires for their work in the Salvation Army food pantries, to Kenneth Marks for his work in the soup kitchen, to Janice Belwood, Rosa Cruz and Roy Brooks for their work in the Family Stores, to Doreen Wilson for her help with the Angel Tree program, and to Kathy Span, Charles Stracuzzi, Carl Gaiser and Donna Gaiser for their efforts in the Red Kettle campaign. Lori Baird of Port St. Lucie won 2021 Volunteer of the Year.

Civic awards were presented to the Knit Wits of PGA Village, Nathan Family Farms of Palm City, Jim and DD Feenstra of Port St. Lucie and For the Love of Paws of Fellsmere for their generous donations to the Salvation Army’s food pantries. In addition, First United Methodist Church of Hobe Sound, Faith Congregational Church of Port St. Lucie, Stuart Congregational Church, Palm City Presbyterian Church, Harbor Place of Port St. Lucie, Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee and First United Methodist Church of Port St. Lucie were recognized for group bell ringing in the Red Kettle campaign.

COUNTRY MUSIC’S STEVEN CADE VISITS COMPASSION HOUSE SHELTER

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Modern country artist Steven Cade stopped at The Salvation Army’s Compassion House shelter in Stuart recently on his “Giving Guitars Tour,” performing a few of his inspiring songs and donating two guitars for the women and children living in the shelter to use and enjoy.

The Nashville-based singer/songwriter has made it his mission to bring guitars to shelters across the nation and since beginning his tour in October 2021, has visited shelters across Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

“Music changes lives and the guitar is such a powerful tool. Music is healing and allows you to express your stories and brings joy,” shares Cade. “I give back to homeless shelters because it's part of my story, my family has been homeless as well.” For more information visit stevencade.com or if you would like to donate money towards Giving Guitars, please go www.stevencade.com/givingguitars.

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The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Plans Wings of Hope

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Giving hope to the most vulnerable. That’s the goal of this year’s Wings of Hope Luncheon. The event, organized by The Salvation Army’s Women’s Auxiliary, aims to raise awareness and funding for Compassion House, The Salvation Army’s transitional shelter for homeless women and children.

Homelessness on the Treasure Coast is more prevalent than most people realize and is exacerbated by the high rental costs for housing in the area. Many single women find themselves unable to make ends meet and are compelled to stay temporarily at a friend’s home or worse, forced to sleep in their cars. Imagine sleeping in your car with your children in the Florida heat. The Salvation Army assists where it can, but the need is enormous. Their shelter is consistently at maximum capacity, with a waitlist of more than 20 families begging to be admitted. Indeed, the staff receives as many as a dozen inquiries daily from women desperate for a place to stay.

Compassion House transitional shelter successfully breaks the cycle of homelessness by offering more than just a meal and a bed. In weekly case management meetings, each woman develops goals, creates a budget and learns about local resources that may offer support. They receive personal assistance with childcare, clothing, GED or college classes, job-seeking skills and apartment hunting – whatever they may need to find and maintain stable employment and housing. The goal is not only to help them find a home, but to help them be more resilient should they face another crisis in the future.

Compassion House has always been a mission of the Women’s Auxiliary. Even before it was built, the Auxiliary worked tirelessly to raise funds for the shelter’s development. The annual Wings of Hope Luncheon, now in its twentieth year, provides the financial support necessary to enable Compassion House to keep its doors open for desperate families.

This year’s luncheon, scheduled for November 13th at the fabulous Hutchinson Shores Resort in Jensen Beach, will feature special guest speaker Rob Lord, President of Cleveland Clinic Martin Health. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. to allow guests to peruse a wide variety of auction items available for bid. The lunch program will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m. with local auctioneer K.C. Daniel as emcee.

Thus far, sponsors for this highly-anticipated event include Bob and Carol Weissman, the Edward P. and Juanita J. Henson Foundation, Agler Kitchen, Bath & Floors, Brenda and Albert Auer, Mrs. John Grimmer, Ralph and Jean Parks, Reed and Joan Smith and Florida Power & Light.

For ticket and sponsorship information, visit give.salvationarmyflorida.org/WOH or contact Andrea Shaffer, Donor Relations and Special Events Coordinator at 772-288-1471, ext. 206.

Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Raises $42,000 for Homeless Shelter

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(STUART, FL, FEBRUARY 12, 2021) – The Salvation Army’s Women Auxiliary hails the success of its inaugural fundraiser—Eat, Drink & Be Giving. Last fall, the auxiliary hosted a casual, socially distanced gathering at The Dolphin Bar Shrimp House in Jensen Beach to benefit its homeless shelter, Compassion House. Through the generosity of sponsors, donations, ticket sales, and proceeds from the silent auction, Eat, Drink, & Be Giving raised $42,000.

Compassion House is the Army's transitional homeless shelter for women and women with children. It provides far more than safety, clothing, and food. While living at Compassion House, each woman receives one-on-one counseling and the tools necessary to become self-sufficient. Kim Tolbert, Program Manager, helps residents secure employment and housing and provides resources needed for residents to be resilient in the event of a financial crisis in the future. To date, Compassion House has sheltered more than 600 local women and children, with very few "graduates" reverting to homelessness. The pandemic has brought on unique challenges for Compassion House and could have easily halted operations. Kim Tolbert explains, "Thanks to the Women's Auxiliary, we can focus on our residents and their needs while doing what we can to curb the cyclical nature of homelessness."

Eat, Drink & Be Giving marks another massive success for the Women's Auxiliary. The silent auction alone yielded $7,000 in proceeds in part due to the overwhelming support of local businesses donating merchandise, gift certificates, and more. The event would not have been possible without the support of its sponsors; Jack and Char Meyering, the Edward P. and Juanita J. Henson Foundation, Robert and Carol Weissman, Seacoast Bank, Agler Kitchen, Bath & Floors, Airstron Air Conditioning, Crary Buchanan, Attorneys at Law, Lori Baird, Raymond and Ginny Bargull, Muriel Franz, Phyllis Kordick, Wayne and Carolyn Magdalena, the Osleber Family, and Ted and Pat Tiemeyer.

Publix Super Market Charities Gives $15,000 Donation to Compassion House

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(STUART, February 4, 2021) – Publix Super Markets Charities recently donated $15,000.00 to support The Salvation Army's Compassion House, its transitional homeless shelter for women and women with children. Since opening in 2012 in Stuart, more than 600 women and children have lived at the shelter with an ever-growing waitlist.

The Compassion House facility has eight bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, as well as a children's playground and playroom, laundry room, computer workspace, and dining area. While living at Compassion House, each resident receives shelter, meals, and clothing. The women meet regularly for one-on-one counseling and receive access to resources designed to develop the skills needed to become self-sufficient. Additionally, the program is free, allowing residents to focus on achieving financial independence by not being burdened by bills. The goal is not only to help the women find and maintain stable employment and housing but also to help them become more resilient should they face a financial crisis in the future. The program boasts a high success rate as very few of its "graduates" fall back into homelessness.

Captain Sheena Marquis, local corps officer, expressed gratitude for Publix Super Markets Charities' ongoing partnership, saying, "Because of their generosity, we can continue providing shelter to women and children who are transitioning out of homelessness. We look forward to serving many more families because of this grant, offering not only a safe place to stay and seek opportunity but hope where there was only despair."

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Hurricane Ian response update from The Salvation Army of Florida

February 7, 2023/by mmatheus

Tampa, Florida, (January 27, 2022) — After Hurricane Ian, The Salvation Army continues to support individuals and families affected by the historic storm. Amidst the ruins of a building that has been severely damaged by fire just before Christmas, the Naples Corps (Collier County) undertakes the task of repairing its fire-damaged buildings in a timely manner, […]

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Florida Power and Light and the Florida Division Team up to Offer Hurricane Ian Utility Assist

October 20, 2022/by mmatheus

Tampa, Florida (October 20, 2022) – As part of FPL’s Care to Share® program, the Salvation Army is offering financial assistance to eligible customers who need to repair damaged meter enclosures and weatherheads so that they can safely receive electricity. Eligible applicants who require repair of damaged meter cans or weatherheads so that they can safely […]

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The Salvation Army of Florida’s EDS Response for Hurricane Ian’s Impact

September 28, 2022/by mmatheus

Catastrophic landfall conditions make community support vital Tampa, Florida (September 28, 2022) — The Salvation Army of Florida, Emergency Disaster Services Department has prepared resources and personnel to meet the immediate needs of survivors and first responders before, during and after Hurricane Ian’s catastrophic landfall in Florida. Ian comes just days after Hurricane Fiona ravaged […]

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Ribbon Cutting of The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast

September 19, 2022/by mmatheus

The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast opens first of a kind facility in Florida. St. Petersburg – On Friday, September 16, 2022, The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast Clubs hosted a grand opening with a ribbon cutting celebration at its new youth programing facility located at 3800 […]

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New Semi-Permanent Housing Expansion in Polk County

September 19, 2022/by mmatheus

The Salvation Army of Lakeland breaks ground on the expansion of the George W. Jenkins Community of Hope Lakeland, FL – On Thursday, September 15, 2022, at 9:00 A.M., The Salvation Army will break ground on their semi-permanent transitional housing for families with housing insecurity needs.  The current site of the George W. Jenkins Community […]

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25th Annual Community Harvest

August 17, 2022/by j_massey

The Salvation Army of St. Johns County has been selected to participate in the 25th Annual Community Harvest during the month of September, at the Columbia Restaurant.

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Delivering love and lunch to our community’s most vulnerable

August 4, 2022/by mmatheus

(Miami, FL) (August 4, 2022) –  With its “Lunch and Love” program, the Salvation Army Miami is providing love and meals to those in need on Miami’s streets. In an effort to replicate the same impact made at Miami Area Command to the surrounding community, Lunch and Love was developed by David Jenett, Case Worker […]

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY TOY DRIVE A SUCCESS

August 1, 2022/by j_massey

(JENSEN BEACH, FL) – The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s Christmas in July toy drive and fundraiser was a resounding success, with more than 75 guests bearing gifts of toys and clothing. The happy hour event, held in July at the Dolphin Bar & Shrimp House in Jensen Beach, netted more than $2500 and brought in […]

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The Salvation Army Serves Americans Amid Dangerous Heat

July 28, 2022/by mmatheus

The life-threatening temperatures currently impacting approximately 35 million Americans signal the continuation of what experts predicted to be a “hotter-than-usual” summer. Extreme heat is deadlier than hurricanes, tornadoes, or floods annually, with almost 1,600 people dying last year in the United States. In some areas, unsheltered individuals account for nearly half of these deaths. Communities […]

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Fort Myers Area Command receives $350K State Funding for Dual Diagnosis Initiative Program

July 21, 2022/by mmatheus

FORT MYERS, FL – (July 21, 2022) The Salvation Army of Ft. Myers Area Command has accepted funding from the Florida Department of Corrections and State legislative partners for the Dual Diagnosis Initiative Program. Representative Jenna Persons-Mulicka, on behalf of Senator Kathleen Passidomo, presented a check for $350K on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at The […]

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Thank you to Dunspaugh-Dalton for supporting the Salvation Army Health Resource Center

July 21, 2022/by j_massey

Miami, FL – (July 20, 2022) The Salvation Army Miami Area Command has recently partnered up with the Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation of Coral Gables to provide increased healthcare to clients within the community. Their recent donation has assisted in helping us provide care for those served at the Health Resource Center. Three out of four of […]

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Florida men stand strong at The Salvation Army’s Camp Keystone

June 21, 2022/by mmatheus

Florida men stand strong at The Salvation Army’s Camp Keystone  By: Maria Matheus “Men’s Camp.” When Major Henry Morris, The Salvation Army’s divisional secretary for program in Florida, uttered those two words and invited me to participate in it, I dutifully accepted the assignment of reporting on it. I pulled myself up at the bootstraps, […]

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Florida women gather for ‘Celebrate’ retreat

June 21, 2022/by mmatheus

Florida women gather for ‘Celebrate’ retreat   By: Maria Matheus Colonel Susan Bukiewicz, U.S. Southern Territorial Secretary for Ministry to Women, was a special guest at the Florida Division’s Celebrate Women’s Gathering in Orlando. More than 400 attendees traveled across the state to spend time considering the theme ‘Celebrate’. The Salvation Army’s Florida Division held the […]

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Orlando Area Command announces pathway to housing partnership with Osceola County

June 1, 2022/by mmatheus

THE SALVATION ARMY ORLANDO AREA COMMAND ANNOUNCES PATHWAY TO HOUSING An innovative housing project to move from homelessness to housing in Osceola County   ORLANDO, FL – (May 9, 2022) – The Salvation Army of Osceola County is excited to announce an innovative housing project moving families from homelessness to housing. Spearheaded by Osceola County […]

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FPL Project Share

March 3, 2022/by j_massey

FPL Project Share’s updated guidelines allow more customers in Northwest Florida to get bill assistance through The Salvation Army

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Florida Division of The Salvation Army to send reinforcements to the Gulf Coast

August 30, 2021/by j_massey

(TAMPA, FL) In the wake of Hurricane Ida, The Salvation Army in Florida has mobilized equipment and personnel to assist with relief efforts along the Gulf Coast. These Emergency Disaster teams along with mobile feeding units from Clearwater, Ocala, Palm Beach County, Pensacola, Orlando, and Lakeland will be providing life sustaining food and nourishment to […]

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Salvation Army Sending Aid to Haiti

August 25, 2021/by j_massey

The Salvation Army Florida Division is sending much needed relief to Haiti. The aid comes after Haiti was rocked by a devastating earthquake. A Coyote Logistics (UPS Freight) trailer bound for Orlando to be on the next UPS air cargo shipment to Haiti. Was loaded with masks, hygiene kits, tarps and disinfectant wipes. You can […]

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The Salvation Army and the Glazer Vision Foundation Launch $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge

August 25, 2021/by j_massey

As the need for emergency shelter in Hillsborough County continues to grow, the Glazer Vision Foundation joins the fight against homelessness with renovated facility in Tampa Heights. TAMPA, FL (August 25, 2021) – To inspire the Tampa community to support The Salvation Army’s work, the Glazer Vision Foundation is proud to announce a $100,000 matching […]

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Eat Well. Do Good.

August 10, 2021/by j_massey

Help Community Non-Profits By Dining At Any Columbia Restaurant In September Media contact: Michael Kilgore, CMO, 813.245.2295. TAMPA, Fla., July 12, 2021 – Support local non-profits just by dining at any Columbia Restaurant in September. Through its month-long 24th annual Community Harvest program, the Columbia donates 5 percent of all diners’ checks to charities selected […]

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The Salvation Army of Tampa Announces New Leadership.

July 19, 2021/by j_massey

TAMPA, FL (July 2, 2021) – The Salvation Army announces the appointment of Major David Swyers and Captain Beth Swyers to lead the work of The Salvation Army in Tampa/Hillsborough County. For the past four years, they led the work of The Salvation Army in Kerrville, Texas. The new officers intend to position The Salvation […]

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The Salvation Army of Tampa Prepares Its Emergency Disaster Resource for Elsa Response

July 8, 2021/by j_massey

TAMPA, FL (July 6, 2021) – With the approach of Tropical Strom Elsa, The Salvation Army of Tampa is prepared to activate its emergency disaster teams and resources to meet the needs of the community and first responders. The Tampa Command has its Mobile Feeding Unit, which can provide 500 meals at a time, ready and […]

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BROWARD COUNTY’S 4TH ANNUAL KETTLE KRUSH 5K RUN

June 11, 2021/by j_massey

THE SALVATION ARMY OF BROWARD COUNTY’S 4TH ANNUAL KETTLE KRUSH 5K RUN, WALK AND ROLL PRESENTED BY PwC The 4th Annual Kettle Krush 5K is a “Christmas in July,” family event designed to raise money and awareness to “krush” poverty and homelessness and provide the resources that people need to become self-sufficient and productive members […]

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National Donut Day

June 1, 2021/by j_massey

In 1938, the first-ever National Donut Day was celebrated in Chicago, and the history of The Salvation Army’s Donut Lassies was officially immortalized.

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NELLIE | The first female member of the LAPD

March 28, 2021/by Lindsay

A page from the Los Angeles Herald newspaper announcing Capt. Nellie Truelove’s commission as a member of the LAPD On March 4, 1903 the Los Angeles Herald newspaper reported that Salvation Army Captain Nellie Truelove would be the first woman “to be given a right to wear the nickel star and swing the black club of police authority.”

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THE SALVATION ARMY ORLANDO FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION

February 26, 2021/by majoriepierre

THE SALVATION ARMY ORLANDO CHANGES FOOD DISTRIBUTION TIME TO MEET NEED To better meet needs, we are shifting our distribution to early afternoons.   February 23, 2021 | 1PM – 3PM   Who:    The Salvation Army Orlando Metro Area Command What:   Our free weekly drive-thru food distribution has a new time! We will […]

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Salvation Army teams up with Pit Stop to help pay car repair costs

February 22, 2021/by j_massey

The Salvation Army of Charlotte County has partnered with Pit Stop Auto Repair to chip in and help locals cover repair costs. Pit Stop is currently offering discounted maintenance and repairs to those eligible. The Salvation Army will cover up to $250 per vehicle. Pit Stop will also provide discounts that may apply. Eligibility will […]

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The Salvation Army Resume Weekly Food Distributions

January 28, 2021/by majoriepierre

  For Immediate Release: The Salvation Army Resume Weekly Food Distributions for Needy Families. The Salvation Army works with community partners to disperse 1,320 food boxes to food-insecure areas. ORLANDO, FL – (January 28, 2021) – The Salvation Army Orlando Metro Area Command is closely monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on local families. […]

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Sarasota County Welcomes Lt. Colonels Michele and Ward Matthews as New Area Commanders

January 6, 2021/by j_massey

Prior to their arrival in Sarasota County, Lt. Colonels Ward and Michele Matthews served as National Community Relations and Development Secretary and National Director for White House Relations, respectively,. Lt. Col. Ward Matthews also served as The Salvation Army’s national spokesperson. Prior to their national headquarters appointment in 2018, Lt. Col. Ward Matthews was legal […]

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Reaching New Heights to #Rescue Christmas

December 4, 2020/by j_massey

Because of the financial hardship on so many this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and because of the fewer store locations allowing kettles to be set up, Captain Stephan Wildish knew something had to be done to ensure that the Tallahassee, FL Corps Red Kettle Goal of $215,000 was met. With the campaign slogan […]

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Good news needs to be shared 

November 30, 2020/by j_massey

The General’s Christmas Message 2019

By Brian Peddle, General –

When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child (Luke 2:17).

When you experience something good, you just can’t help talking about it. That may be a memorable meal, a good book, an enjoyable film, stirring music, dramatic theater or beautiful countryside. Whatever the experience, it leaves such an impression on us that we want to share it with others. We have to share it! Good news needs to be shared.

These days, when people discover they are expecting a baby, many find creative ways to share the news; some hold parties to reveal the gender of the unborn baby; some have parties and—when the child is finally born—they announce it loud and clear.

Jesus’ birth was announced through a new, bright star that appeared in the sky. An angelic choir burst into song to communicate the great news.

Unsuspecting shepherds were looking after their sheep, like any other night, when th..

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4 Ways to Honor Your Missing Loved Ones During the Holidays

November 9, 2020/by Lindsay

This past Thanksgiving was our family’s fifth without my mother-in-law, nineth without two sisters and a brother, and sixteenth without my grandmother. We felt the ache, mourned the loss, and wished with all our hearts they were still with us.
The holidays are coming, and with it a slew of family gatherings. Unless you’ve been unusually fortunate, you’ll have an empty chair or two at your dining room table. It’s unrealistic to think you won’t miss your loved ones, but holidays are for celebrating, not for grieving. As you prepare for the holidays without your precious loved ones, here are a few ways you can honor them.
1. Do something your loved one would approve of. My grandmother loved to dig in the dirt and make things grow. Wherever she lived, she always planted dianthus. I remember visiting her shortly after she moved to an independent living facility. She no longer had a place to garden, but as I walked into her new building, I saw evidence of her green thumb. She’d tucked a ti..

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Sweet Relief

August 26, 2020/by j_massey

Alicia, a full-time candy store employee and mother of four, had her hours cut drastically when COVID-19 struck the U.S., causing her to fall $2,000 behind on her rent. With no other options left, Alicia turned to The Salvation Army. Alicia received $1,000 to help with rent, and she was able to pay the other […]

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Overcoming mobility challenges on the path to self sufficiency.

August 25, 2020/by j_massey

By: Antoinette Vitale Fred enrolled in The Salvation Army’s Towers Center of Hope Men’s Transitional Housing program, Hope Crossing, in Jacksonville in April of 2019. His goal was to find permanent housing with wheelchair accessibility. Hope Crossing provides transitional housing to men at The Towers Center of Hope and helps break the cycle of intergenerational […]

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A Path of Persistence Leads to Stability for Single Mom of Three

August 18, 2020/by j_massey

A path of persistence and hard work pays off for Salvation Army client
By: Brad Rowland

After a challenging and tumultuous period in her life, Crystal checked in to The Salvation Army’s family shelter at the Community of Hope in Lakeland, Florida. Upon arrival, her central goal was to build a stable home for herself and three children, especially after a recent eviction.

Just a few weeks into Crystal’s maximum 90-day stay in the family shelter, she enrolled in the Pathway of Hope program and quickly secured a job at a local restaurant. From there, Crystal opened a bank account to embark on her plan to save money in order to transition out of the shelter and into stable, secure housing.

“We could tell right away that Crystal was ready for change, and that is really what Pathway of Hope is all about,” said Cristina Coulson, social services program coordinator. “She was really ready to break the cycle of poverty that she had been experiencing for years, and to do it for her children. T..

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Ronnie Samuel: Anxiety Alleviated

August 18, 2020/by j_massey

61-year-old Ronnie Samuel felt as though his problems were piling on top of each other and that his life was too much to bear. After taking time off work as a security guard while he recovered from kidney transplant surgery, he tested positive for COVID-19. During his recovery, bills began to stack up, reaching a […]

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Love Thy Neighbor

August 18, 2020/by j_massey

During the darkest times of the pandemic, Amy was driving back from the grocery store with a car full of food and supplies for her and her family when she spotted a line of people waiting for food at The Salvation Army. She called the location and learned how many people were out of work […]

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History Highlight: The 1918-1920 Spanish Flu

August 18, 2020/by Lindsay

In 1918, The Salvation Army was at the height of its international popularity. Its war work during the Great War (WWI) was exemplary and recognized by governments across the globe. National Commander Evangeline Booth received the Distinguished Service medal from General John J. Pershing for all of the work that the Army did in France. The combat was soon to shift to an unseen enemy. The Great War had prepared the Army for a new challenge.
The Spanish flu was an unusually deadly influenza pandemic. Lasting from January 1918 to December 1920, it is considered one of the deadliest epidemics in human history.
In New York, Lillian Wald, a pioneer nurse, called for help and the Army answered. Wald mobilized a multitude of nurses, organizations, church groups, municipal bureaucracies, civic entities and social agencies into a Nurses’ Emergency Council. The group assembled volunteer nurses and enlisted women who could support them by answering phones, accompanying nurses and doctors on home ..

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Salvation Army Truck Driver Changes Course to Serve Those on Frontlines

August 17, 2020/by j_massey

Salvation Army truck driver honored to do his part By: Philip Burn
As a truck driver for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center in Dallas, Texas, Richard Alvarez typically spends his days collecting donations of furniture, clothes and household items from the homes and businesses of generous donors. But for the last three weeks, Alvarez has been delivering much needed personal protective equipment in his Salvation Army truck to hospitals and essential workers in Dallas.
“I was proud to be asked to deliver PPE for of The Salvation Army,” said Alvarez. “It’s good to know what I’m doing is helping staff in hospitals and other locations who look after people and save lives.”
The Salvation Army is partnering with the Texas Division of Emergency Management to provide transportation of essential PPE in cities throughout the state. Deliveries are made to strategic locations including hospitals and other essential services directly affected by the increased demands caused by the COVI..

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6 Ways to Maintain Positive Mental Health

August 17, 2020/by Lindsay

Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.

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New Home, New Life

August 17, 2020/by j_massey

For 26 years, Leslie Marthone passionately worked as a licensed practical nurse in New York City. One of her greatest joys was helping to shepherd new lives into the world and ensuring the health and safety of expectant mothers.
After a rewarding and challenging career, Leslie retired her stethoscope. She and her family decided to forego the hustle and bustle of city life in exchange for a quieter, slower, and easier pace in the Poconos. Little did she know that just one year later, right..

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Coming Through

August 17, 2020/by Lindsay

Like a battering ram dropped on a skyscraper, the coronavirus smashed through seemingly solid structures that supported our way of life and our self-understanding. The body politic struggled to grasp the nature of the problem and workable solutions. The world’s economic underpinnings became unmoored. What we took for granted—from stocked supermarkets to ready access to family, friends, community, work and entertainment—were held in the balance. Pain and loss became acute for those who contracted COVID-19. Frustration, anger and grief hit home for those trying valiantly to care for them and for those who saw loved ones, associates and neighbors die.
This shaking of the foundations ushered in questions about who we are and how we define ourselves. Questions about life’s unfairness lingered around us. Exposed to an unknown future, one that experts say will change the way we live, we came face-to-face with our own material and spiritual resources, with our need to persevere, with our nee..

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Words of General Evangeline Booth in 1934 Still Provide Inspiration Today

August 17, 2020/by j_massey



From General Evangeline Booth’s 1934 address:

It is the yearning and passionate desire of my soul, that at this time, when the world is ripped by hatred, fearful of wars and revolutions, and cast down by depressions, that The Salvation Army shall go forth, again and again, holding up the compassionate Christ of the Cross, whose alone we are. And that there shall be no hesitancy because of hard obstacles, but courageous, and fearless, with our trust in Him, we shall hold Him up, to the people of the world, of whom he shall draw all men unto Him.

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Finding a Home

August 17, 2020/by Lindsay

I am one of four children. My mother is a recovering alcoholic and my father struggles with a heroin addiction. I know they both love me. However, their problems created what I can only describe as a destructive lifestyle. As a result, our family has been spiritually and emotionally devastated.
From as early as I can remember, we were evicted from apartment after apartment. At age 15, I started working to help pay the rent and other bills so our home could have some semblance of stability and security. Eventually, we moved into a house in Pittsburgh, Pa.
That house was the first time we were able to plant some roots, so all things considered, it was a happy time in my life. I had school friends and even a crush on Carly, a girl who lived a couple of houses down the road.
Evicted again But just like always, that stability and happy time was short lived. My father started to secretly keep our rent money to support his addiction; the same destructive cycle raised its ugly head again.
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Single Mother of Three Finds Stability and Support at The Salvation Army

July 27, 2020/by Lindsay

Tiffany is a hard-working, independent mother who has been providing for herself and her family since her ex-husband left her and their two children while she was 4 months pregnant with their third child. “I found myself alone with no friends and family to help,” says Tiffany. “I was behind on my rent and facing […]

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Performing Arts Venue Partners with The Salvation Army to Feed Community

July 20, 2020/by j_massey

Clearwater performing arts venue partners with Salvation Army to feed hungry people

With many in dire need across the country and the world, The Salvation Army is operating at increased capacity with an eye on doing the most good in local communities. In Clearwater, Florida, drive-thru food distribution events have been a way of life at The Salvation Army’s social services campus but, with demand on the rise and size limitations with the property and its parking lot, an uptick in food delivery was difficult.

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Fort Lauderdale Woman Pitches in to Help The Salvation Army Fight Hunger

July 17, 2020/by j_massey

With lines wrapped around the building each week and demand so incredibly high, “We simply need donations and even more support from the community in…

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Goal-Driven

July 13, 2020/by Lindsay

Tneeshia enrolled in The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope program just before the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Her goal was to find housing for herself and her two-year-old son and start her path toward earning her GED. “By early March, me and my son had moved into an apartment, and I was taking in-person GED classes,” […]

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Not Another Statistic

July 6, 2020/by Lindsay

The COVID-19 crisis has hit vulnerable individuals especially hard. This includes people like Gary, who is homeless and relies heavily on The Salvation Army not only for shelter but for food and emotional and spiritual care as well. Gary has been to multiple shelters during his 17 years of struggling with homelessness, but he says […]

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Family First

June 26, 2020/by Lindsay

“I fell asleep at police departments sometimes just to know my children were safe.” These are the words of Angel, a mother of two daughters who was living in her car with her girls after becoming homeless during the COVID-19 crisis. The family was referred to The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope program to get […]

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A Little Time

June 8, 2020/by j_massey

Looking up from my early morning chores I was surprised to see a man plodding toward me through the small pasture between our home and a busy highway. I could see a pickup on the shoulder of the road. Something was obviously wrong—it looked like a strong wind could tip it over. The man drew […]

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Delivering Hope to Doorsteps

June 1, 2020/by Lindsay

Meal and grocery delivery services became a staple for many families under Safer at Home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, already and newly vulnerable people were left with fewer options to provide basic needs like food for their families.

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Feeding the Most Vulnerable

May 28, 2020/by Lindsay

Salvation Army takes food truck to help isolated seniors The Salvation Army took its canteen (mobile feeding unit) to serve vulnerable neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic at a downtown Fort Myers senior residence. An emotional and spiritual care team was also on-site to offer hope and encouragement in a time of uncertainty and isolation for […]

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The Right Path

May 14, 2020/by Lindsay

“They just poured out more love into them and into me. When I first came, I was a wreck. I was exhausted mentally, physically, emotionally, and slowly and surely, I’m rebuilding myself, one day at a time,” she said.

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How William and Catherine Booth started The Salvation Army

May 11, 2020/by j_massey

William and Catherine Booth build a movement by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to the destitute in London’s East End.

William Booth embarked upon his ministerial career in 1852, desiring to win the lost multitudes of England to Christ. He walked the streets of London to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to the poor, the homeless, the hungry and the destitute.

Booth abandoned the conventional concept of a church and a pulpit, instead taking his message to the people. His fervor led to disagreement with church leaders in London, who preferred traditional methods. As a result, he withdrew from the church and traveled throughout England, conducting evangelistic meetings.

In 1865, William Booth was invited to hold a series of evangelistic meetings in the East End of London. He set up a tent in a Quaker graveyard, and his services became an instant success. His renown as a religious leader spread throughout London, and he attracted followers who were dedicated to fight for the souls..

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Pathway of Hope families see success in self-reliance

May 9, 2020/by j_massey

Pathway of Hope families see success in self-reliance By: Brad Rowland
The Pathway of Hope initiative, launched by The Salvation Army in 2011, arrived in the Southern Territory in 2015 with the goal of providing targeted services to families to take action in breaking the generational cycle of crisis and enabling a path out of poverty.
In Lake Charles, Louisiana, Pathway of Hope is in its infancy, existing for less than one year, but the early returns are strong and inspiring.
“Pathway in Lake Charles has been a wonderful way for our social work to move beyond a band-aid approach to poverty for our clients and into a long-term relationship with a case manager, who is able to meet clients where they are to provide ongoing support and services,” said Lieutenant LeAnna Marion, corps officer.
“We are able through this program to connect our clients with other community resources that fill a gap in our own for a more holistic program,” Lieutenant Marion said. “We have seen success in so..

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The Salvation Army Serves at COVID-19 Testing Site in Immokalee, Florida

May 7, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army continues to be flexible and willing to step into the gap in various ways as the world responds to the COVID-19 pandemic. In Collier County, Florida, that recently included assistance at a COVID-19 testing site in Immokalee. In coordination with Collier County Emergency Services and the Health Department, three days of COVID-19 […]

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A Lesson in Compassion

May 5, 2020/by Lindsay

A young elementary school teacher stopped by her local Salvation Army food pantry and asked whether it was possible to have bags of food for some of her students’ families. She shared with us that she remembers, that as a little girl, it was always difficult for her family to put food on the table. […]

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The Salvation Army Meeting Physical and Spiritual Needs at Resource Distribution in Ocala, Florida

April 24, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army in Ocala, Florida, held a drive-through distribution designed to fill much more than physical needs. To help ease the burden of grocery expenses, each car received a box of food with non-perishable items, fresh produce, baked goods, and frozen meat, but it didn’t stop there. They also received a hot takeaway meal […]

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The Salvation Army Meets Growing Demand for Help Through Mobile Food Pantries

April 23, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army hosted an emergency food distribution in Fort Walton Beach, Florida for residents of Okaloosa and Walton counties to help meet the growing need in their community. Staff and volunteers prepared 200 bags of groceries, each with enough food to feed a family of five for a week. Lt. Camilo Rojas, Administrator for […]

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The Salvation Army Provides a ‘Ton’ of Hope and Meals

April 20, 2020/by Lindsay

More than 2,100 pounds of food delivered to senior living community in need The Salvation Army delivered more than 2,100 pounds of food to residents of a senior living complex in Fort Myers, Florida. Many of the men and women have disabilities and have been unable to access food and other necessities on their own […]

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Self-Care: Finding Rhythm

April 14, 2020/by j_massey

During this difficult period, it may be more necessary than ever to practice a little self-care.

Find a quiet place to pause and reflect:

What rhythms of rest and work have you found to sustain yourself?
What practices, rhythms, or patterns have you adopted to root yourself into the foundation of Christ’s love?
Are their friends and colleagues who have expressed subtle or overt fears, anxieties, or cries of lament and doubt? How can you respond?
Have you found resources for expressing your own pain, doubt, or limitations?
What habits do you have ready-to-hand that can help draw you out of these dark places?
Now ask yourself, am I practicing these?

These are not simply questions; they are lifelines.

To read more about establishing sacred rhythms during a difficult time, click HERE.

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Salvation Army Women’s Ministry Group Uses Sewing Skills to Meet Needs

April 13, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army of Pasco County (New Port Richey, Florida) is doing its part in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic through making face masks for local medical personnel, first responders, essential business employees, and those in their domestic violence shelter. “We quickly began to realize that masks were greatly needed in our community by those that […]

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Healed and Made Whole: An Easter Message from The Salvation Army’s International Leader

April 10, 2020/by j_massey

Healed and made whole: An Easter message from General Brian Peddle Surely he took on our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered him stricken by God, struck down and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his stripes we are healed. We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.
(Isaiah 53:4-6 Berean Study Bible)
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The Easter message is the most profound, true, life-changing, life-giving message we can ever hear, respond to and participate in. In short, the Easter story is the culmination of God’s plan of salvation for the redemption and restoration of humanity. Such unconditional sacrificial love unleashes the mercy, grace and forgiveness of God. We should be experiencing boundless joy, caught up in awe and wonder, celebrating our new-found freedom and living in a new dynamic re..

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Gift of Face Masks Reminds Us We’re All in This Together

April 7, 2020/by Lindsay

When we think of those on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, we think of our much-needed medical professionals and first responders. Still, thankfully in St. Petersburg, Florida, one neighborhood also thought of The Salvation Army. Pam and a group of her neighbors had seen the call to make washable, reusable facemasks from fabric to […]

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The Salvation Army Distributes Care Packages Amid COVID-19 Crisis In Northeast Florida

April 3, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida assembled and delivered care packages to 50 families, providing food and supplies to 184 children and adults. A fellow concerned citizen partnered with a local school to identify the community in need. The elementary and middle school students residing in this neighborhood are unable to get free school meals […]

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Community Rallies for Salvation Army Drive-Thru Food Pantry in Palm Beach, Florida

April 2, 2020/by Lindsay

 The Salvation Army in West Palm Beach, Florida held its monthly food distribution with a few safety modifications to continue service during the coronavirus pandemic. The drive-through service was made possible through donations to the food pantry from the community, Palm Beach Harvest, Whole Foods, and FitTeam Ballpark. “We are grateful for the community support […]

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Salvation Army Child Development Center Offers Online Learning to Keep Families Connected

March 30, 2020/by Lindsay

While The Salvation Army Child Development Center in Naples, Florida remains closed to ensure the health and safety of families and staff, the teachers are providing daily lessons online. The child care center offers developmentally appropriate programs and specialized curriculum to make sure children are ready to enter Kindergarten. Before it closed temporarily due to […]

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Care Packages Help The Salvation Army Show Love From Afar

March 27, 2020/by Lindsay

In these days of social distancing, The Salvation Army in Seminole County (Sanford, Florida) is still committed to connecting with their community. Over the course of several days, Salvation Army pastors and employees dropped off care packages on the doorsteps of church members and program participants, and even took boxes to a local assisted living […]

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Meals To-Go and Handwashing Stations Help Salvation Army in Bradenton Continue Meal Service

March 27, 2020/by Lindsay

As a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, The Salvation Army in Manatee County (Bradenton, Florida) temporarily suspended its traditional community dinner offered weeknights. This meal has always been free to anyone in the community in need – regardless if they are homeless or not.  Knowing this is a vital service, the decision […]

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Grand Prix Food Vendors Help The Salvation Army Feed At St. Petersburg Shelter

March 25, 2020/by Lindsay

After spectators for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg were barred from attending the race due to COVID-19 precautions, food vendors were left with an abundance of items. With prepped cook-on-demand food, vendors could not travel home with the supplies and thankfully sought local charities to bless. The men, women, and children at The […]

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City of Orlando Partners with The Salvation Army to Accommodate Homeless Community Amid Social Distancing Restrictions

March 24, 2020/by Lindsay

In order to comply with CDC recommendations for social distancing, The Salvation Army Orlando Area Command has erected a 5,200 square foot tent with 50 sleeping cots to accommodate emergency shelter guests. This tent is for current male shelter occupants who would otherwise have nowhere to go because of the additional space needed in the […]

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‘Church in a Box’ Project Helps Salvation Army Pastors Stay Connected with Church Members

March 23, 2020/by Lindsay

Churches across Florida are temporarily closed to follow increased COVID-19 safety precautions, causing pastors to get creative to continue ministering to those who worship across more than 40 Salvation Army churches in the state. Lieutenants Will and Veronica Conley, pastors at The Salvation Army’s church in Sarasota, Florida, delivered ‘Church in a Box’ to their […]

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The Salvation Army Modifies Service to Continue Providing Meals in Northeast Florida

March 22, 2020/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army in Northeast Florida has shifted its daily meal ministry to provide meals from a field kitchen located outside of their Center of Hope facility in Downtown Jacksonville. The Meal Ministry program provides hot, nourishing meals for families and individuals in times of need every night of the year. Bag lunches are also […]

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The Salvation Army Helps Stranded Workers Return Home

March 20, 2020/by Lindsay

After the cancellation of a local county fair in the Vero Beach, Florida area, The Salvation Army was contacted by the county Emergency Operations Center to help several migrant workers that were stranded. The sudden withdrawal of the fair due to COVID-19 precautions left them without a place to stay or enough funds to travel […]

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Food Donation from Universal Orlando Resort Helps The Salvation Army Continue Meeting Needs

March 19, 2020/by Lindsay

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida, which is temporarily closed due to COVID-19 precautions, has donated truckloads of perishable food items to The Salvation Army.

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Salvation Army Delivers Meals to Families in Need

March 16, 2020/by Lindsay

In trying times associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, many schools, churches, and community programs across the United States are closed and, as a result, many young people are in search of nourishment to replace missed meals. In Lakeland, Florida, that is certainly the case, and The Salvation Army is stepping into the gap. While The […]

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Salvation Army International Leader Calls for Prayer Against Injustice to Women

March 16, 2020/by j_massey

General Brian Peddle has issued a global call to pray for women and girls in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the United Nations Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which identified 12 critical areas of concern for women and girls.

“I’m asking you to join me in a cry for justice,” said Peddle in a special video message. “A heartfelt longing to deal with the wrongs of this world.”

The message comes on the heels of a pivotal “Reimagining” of The Salvation Army’s International Women’s Ministries earlier this month, which encouraged every part of the worldwide church and charity to re-examine how to best meet the needs of women and girls in a relevant and culturally appropriate manner.

In the video, Peddle describes “probably the greatest injustice of our age”: the fact that half the world’s population start life at a disadvantage simply because they are female.

In his call to prayer, Peddle cites up-to-date statistics which illustrate the scale of the issue: 71 perc..

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The Salvation Army Seeks to End Generational Poverty Through Pathway of Hope Initiative

March 9, 2020/by j_massey

“Pathway of Hope is the evolution of what The Salvation Army has provided since its creation,” says Cheryl Wilson, case manager at the Army’s Buffalo, N.Y., Area Services Center.
“The Salvation Army has existed for over 150 years as an organization that serves basic emergency needs. But today, we know that we can address the root causes of what keeps a person in need,” says Wilson. “Transactional provision of food and resources are great, but the change that Pathway of Hope can offer is goal and action oriented; it’s made to impact this and future generations.”
Wilson gets to know the people she helps and addresses the root causes of what keeps them from achieving stability and self–sufficiency. Housing, childcare, reliable transportation, and gainful employment are all part of a stable living situation. “Every part impacts the others,” explains Wilson. “If your car breaks down or you don’t have someone to watch your kids, you might not be able to work.”
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Celebrating Salvation Army Women Who Helped Shape History

March 6, 2020/by Lindsay

Today, women are speaking up for themselves and others in a way they haven’t in decades. We’re seeing empowerment in the workplace, an increase in public service, and push-back against harassment and assault. We are rejoicing in a new collective voice showcasing strong, intelligent and passionate women.
Historically, many organizations have not encouraged leadership by women, but this was never the case with The Salvation Army. From the beginning, the Army has empowered women to advocate for and serve the most vulnerable in our world. As we celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (March 8th), we’d like to highlight a few exemplary women who have made a difference, with the Army backing their charge.
Catherine Booth Catherine Booth was the co-founder of The Salvation Army with her husband William Booth. Together they created the organization to serve those most in need and often forgotten or shunned by society. Catherine advocated for a woman’s right to preach, w..

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For 27 years, Key Largo family store has benefited from volunteer’s efforts

March 2, 2020/by j_massey

For 27 years, Key Largo family store has benefited from volunteer’s efforts By: Rebecca Corum
A few months before Fidel Castro took control of Cuba in the 1950s, Olga Lastra, her husband and two young sons left the country with the notion they would return shortly. However, time passed, and Lastra discovered her home had been taken over by the Castro-led government. By that time, her husband was working on an assignment as a civil engineer in the United States, and that positive fortune allowed for a smoother transition to a new place to call home.
Adjusting to the United States as the new home base for her family, Lastra decided to take a chance that a local boutique would hire her for work. She was, in fact, hired and quickly became a top salesperson. Her exceptional personality and passion for fashion fueled her work.
Lastra and her husband eventually retired in the Florida Keys, settling into yet another new home. Initially, she volunteered for the local animal shelter and was a..

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The Salvation Army is responding to Coronavirus in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan

February 26, 2020/by j_massey

Salvation Army members and staff in Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan are continuing to provide assistance in the 2019 Novel Coronavirus outbreak despite restrictions that have been put in place to slow the spread of the virus.

“Even with the anxiety surrounding the Novel Coronavirus here in Hong Kong and Macau, we are very proud of the corps officers, soldiers and staff from our social services who brave the uncertainties and visit many families in their communities – especially the elderly and house-bound – to provide them with essential foodstuffs, meals and masks for their protection,” said Major Eva Chow, Corporate Communications Director for The Salvation Army’s Hong Kong and Macau Command.

The Hong Kong and Macau governments have implemented enhanced disease prevention and control measures to reduce the flow of people between the mainland and Hong Kong-Macau borders.

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Heroes with Hammers

February 21, 2020/by j_massey

“What is the use of preaching the gospel to men whose whole attention is concentrated upon a mad, desperate struggle to keep themselves alive?” General William Booth, Founder of The Salvation Army, posed this question in the late 1800s; over 100 years later the question is as relevant today as it was when he presented this challenge to the world.

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Finding Comfort in an Evening Meal

February 18, 2020/by Lindsay

For Ruth, having her 11-year-old granddaughter, Leslie, around on weekends is the highlight of her week. Unfortunately, Ruth is disabled and often has trouble making her social security check cover all of her needs. After Ruth pays all of her other bills, there’s not much money left over to buy groceries. As a result, Ruth’s […]

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Immigrant family finds a home through youth music programs

February 3, 2020/by j_massey

Immigrant woman finds a home for her family with The Salvation Army of Clearwater, Fla. By: Libia Socorro
Gladys Aboude came to this country from Venezuela in 2015, accompanied by her two children. A woman of Hispanic origin, Aboude knew little about life in the U.S. and had to find her own way.
She did not know what The Salvation Army was, and she knew nothing of its mission and work. When she saw a flyer advertising Salvation Army music classes, she checked into it. When she realized that the classes were free, she decided to register her children.
As her children became involved in the music classes, her awareness of the Army began to grow. She learned it had nothing to do with the military and was actually a non-profit Christian organization. She wanted to know more about The Salvation Army, and that’s how Aboude began attending the Clearwater, Florida, Corps and became part of that beautiful family of Salvationists.
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Reminders for 2020

January 24, 2020/by j_massey

OK…this is not another New Year’s resolution pep talk, but a “let’s-get-down-to-what-really-matters” boost. Here are some meaningful steps to a more purposeful new year. Maybe God is speaking to you through one of them.
Live like you’re loved by God. Make this the year you sit right down in the middle of that love and soak it into your soul. Act like you’re truly free. This year grab onto true freedom with both hands and don’t let anyone or anything wrench it away – not your job, not toxic relationships, not unsettled sin, not even religious expectation. Walk like you’re righteous. When you accepted Christ, God declared you righteous. You can walk into life this year like you have nothing to feel guilty about – because you don’t! You can stop clinging to past mistakes and failures and start walking out the truth of your position in Christ. Step forward confidently like you’re victorious. You can expect battles and trials this year. God never promised unending ease. But He did promise..

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Family’s special Christmas tree still warming hearts in northeast Florida

January 13, 2020/by j_massey

Family’s very special Christmas tree warming hearts in northeast Florida By: Brad Rowland
With the holiday season approaching and the potential for colder temperatures, a fourth-grade student named Zoey Brown sprang into action.
Zoey, who attends PVPV-Rawlings Elementary School in Ponte Vedra, Florida, was inspired by The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program and, with a bit of help from her family, she created the “Tree of Warmth,” attracting attention from across the Jacksonville area.
Zoey, whose grandmother, Pam Brown, is the sister of Major Candice Biggers, drew her initial inspiration from an otherwise innocuous conversation during a family dinner.
“From my understanding, the trigger for this initiative was a conversation we were having during dinner with Pam, her husband, Steve, and their grandchildren,” said Major Keath Biggers, Jacksonville area commander.
“We were discussing the Angel Tree, and one of the children, Bronx, began calling it the ‘Homeless Tree’ by mistake. We..

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Serving the community and staying prepared with ‘Feed the Need’ program

January 7, 2020/by j_massey

Tallahassee meets community, stays prepared with ‘Feed the Need’ program By: Brad Rowland
With Hurricanes Hermine, Irma and Michael making landfall in the area within the last half-decade, The Salvation Army of Tallahassee, Florida, is all too familiar with on-the-ground disaster work. With that as the backdrop, the Army saw an opportunity to both maintain its readiness for emergency disaster services and serve the population of Leon, Gadsden and Wakulla counties on a regular basis.
The result is the “Feed the Need” program, deploying each week to serve hot meals in the community and address an emerging local issue of food insecurity. Simultaneously, these deployments allow The Salvation Army to stay sharp, expanding a volunteer base and maintaining crucial equipment for a time when an immediate need arises.
“Our goals for ‘Feed The Need’ are two-fold,” said Julie Smith, social services program coordinator in Tallahassee. “First, we can meet the needs of people in our community that..

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The Salvation Army helps woman overcome obstacles to achieve NASA dream

November 22, 2019/by j_massey

The Salvation Army helps Houston woman overcome obstacles, achieve her dream career at NASA Mejean had always loved everything about space, NASA, and technology, but her dream to go to college kept getting postponed.
First, she began a career in law enforcement to help her family with finances, and then she became a mother of two. She always held on to her dream of becoming an engineer and joining NASA, though. She decided to pursue her dream shortly after becoming a mom.
Her family had always been “just okay” living paycheck to paycheck, but after Mejean quit her job to become a full-time student, things became harder for her family. Her husband, Ray, became the sole breadwinner.
Then tragedy struck.
Mejean was hit by a car. Ray quit his job immediately to take care of his wife and tend to her every need. At the time, Mejean was a University of Houston student pursuing a computer engineering degree. The bills began to pile up, and their finances spiraled out of control. They lost ..

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The Salvation Army Day Respite and Resource Center | Rick and Jane

October 22, 2019/by j_massey

Meet Rick and Jane | Rick and Jane experienced financial difficulties which caused them to lose their home and relocate to Florida. While living in a motel, they had a traumatic experience where they were robbed at gunpoint. The thieves took everything Rick and Jane had. After calling the police, they were taken to The […]

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6 Easy Costumes to Find at a Salvation Army Thrift Store

October 11, 2019/by j_massey
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Quintana-Arroyo Family: A Salvation Army Pathway of Hope Story

September 30, 2019/by Lindsay

The Quintana-Arroyo family met The Salvation Army after being displaced from Puerto Rico by Hurricane Maria, forcing them to relocate to Florida.

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Salvation Army Supporter Helps Build Playground for Homeless Children

September 12, 2019/by j_massey

Salvation Army supporter in Jacksonville, Florida brightens lives By: Antoinette Vitale
Richard Stetina has fond memories of going to parks as a child. He still can recall every detail of the ones that are most special to him. When he took a tour of The Salvation Army’s Towers Center of Hope and the Red Shield Lodge shelter for women and families, the playground made an impression on him – but not for the right reasons.
It was old, in disrepair and clearly in need of some love. After he went home, the playground kept coming up in his mind. Finally, he decided that he needed to do something about it.
“I went home, and I guess it was two or three days before I started thinking about it again,” Stetina said. “And I thought, you know, I could so something that would be better. I made my proposal, it was accepted, and here we are today.”
Stetina could have just written a check and felt good about the difference he made. But he isn’t that kind of fellow. He researched the best playground..

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Single Mom in Need Finds Hope at The Salvation Army

August 22, 2019/by Lindsay

The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope initiative is an approach launched by The Salvation Army in 2011 to provide targeted services to families with a desire to take action to break the generational cycle of crisis and enable a path out of poverty. With locations across Florida, The Salvation Army is able to help families in […]

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‘Overcomer’

August 22, 2019/by j_massey

“Overcomer” is a production of Affirm Films, the faith division of Sony Pictures World Wide Acquisitions and is produced by Stephen Kendrick and Aaron Burns and is directed by Alex Kendrick.
In 1999, Kendrick became associate pastor of media at Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Ga. He took his brother’s sermons and made them into movies.
“The Lord gave Alex story lines, while at the same time, He gave me scriptures about that same topic,” said Stephen. “So, the Lord gives him the ‘Fireproof’ story line while I’m studying marriage, covenant, and love; the Lord gives him the ‘Courageous’ story line, while I’m studying fatherhood at the time. When I was leading the prayer ministry at the church, the Lord gave Alex ‘War Room,’ and so, we’re working together.”
“Flywheel,” their first movie featuring a used car salesman, came about after church goers donated $20,000 and volunteered their time and talent. The Kendrick brothers have since produced six films.
“On ‘Overcomer,’ I’ve been s..

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The Salvation Army Helps Family Find Stability and Hope

August 19, 2019/by j_massey

Pathway of Hope helps Texas family find stability and hope for future The family was homeless: Brian was living in a car with the three boys while Hannah was staying elsewhere. There just wasn’t space for all of them to be together.

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I am a walking miracle

August 8, 2019/by j_massey
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The Salvation Army Dedicates Music and Arts Facility for Children

August 2, 2019/by j_massey

For three decades, The Salvation Army has hosted the Longino Music Conservatory at Camp Keystone for children across the state of Florida, centrally operating in a building constructed in 1990. In late June 2019, current leadership joined forces with dignitaries from the past in dedicating a new, state-of-the-art facility. “Today, we dedicate this house of […]

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5 Ways to Light Up Your Outside Space with Thrift Store Finds

August 2, 2019/by j_massey

Do you love to sit on your patio? It’s easy to light up your outdoor space using thrifted finds! The best news about The Salvation Army’s thrift stores is that the proceeds help local people in need get back on their feet.

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Through love and acceptance, Florida man finds hope for the future

June 19, 2019/by j_massey

Love and acceptance helps Florida man reconnect with hope Just a few months ago, Ray Kinder could not imagine being clean, being out of jail, being hopeful. When you look at Kinder today, you could not, for one minute, imagine him being anything but.
Kinder grew up in a church-going family, but all was not right. His father was a career criminal, coming and going from prison. When his father was not in jail, he was abusing his mother and modeling the alcoholic lifestyle. He eventually ended up with a life sentence for armed robbery. People would speak over Kinder that he would be just like his dad. It had its effects.
Kinder was in juvenile detention 12 times. He got addicted to drugs in middle school and continued to make bad choices for the next two and a half decades. He was in jail, some maximum-security ones, 23 times. Each jail time was just a pause from his crack addiction, and the pause button would be reset when he got out.
“My reality was too hard to take,” he said. “I kne..

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The Best Summer Accessory You Can Thrift

June 18, 2019/by j_massey
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