Poverty
Through programs that serve the body, mind and soul, we alleviate the symptoms of poverty, then work to address the root causes of it.
Bloomington, IL Corps Community Center Poverty Information
Doing the most to fight poverty!
Poverty is so often the result of - and the catalyst for - chronic struggles with hunger, addiction, housing insecurity, mental illness, educational voids and various forms of abuse. These interconnected struggles continue year after year, and often span generations. That's why The Salvation Army works to meet the needs of the whole person through short and long-term assistance - first alleviating the symptoms of poverty and then addressing the root issues that cause it.
We understand that poverty can be a complex issue with far-reaching consequences. Our dedicated local team works closely with individuals and families in the community to assess their needs and connect them with appropriate resources.
By providing comprehensive support, we aim to equip individuals and families with the tools they need to improve their lives. We offer a variety of services in Bloomington to help people overcome financial challenges, address housing and food insecurity, find employment, and build stronger communities.
Whether you're facing a temporary setback or long-term poverty, we're here to help you break the cycle of poverty and achieve your full potential.
Poverty doesn't have to be permanent. You can help!
You can help alleviate poverty in our community by donating to The Salvation Army so we can help overcome poverty with the following programs and services.
Food Pantries
The Salvation Army of Bloomington offers food pantry services for residents of McLean county. Food boxes may include shelf-stable pantry items, breads, cereals, meat and other household necessities. Contact us for more information.
Safe Harbor Shelter
Safe Harbor Shelter program provides services to homeless individuals over the age of 18 who are otherwise displaced or do not have adequate housing and are forced to sleep on the streets. Safe Harbor is a congregate facility with fifty beds, 32 in the men’s dorm, and 18 in the women's dorm. The shelter is open to non-resident individuals during the day to access a place to stay, food to eat, hot showers, and laundry facilities. All individuals have access to case managers, employment specialists, and pastoral care.
Pathway of Hope
A comprehensive case management system to help families identify barriers to self-sufficiency (unemployment, insecure housing, lack of job skills, lack of childcare, etc), Pathway of Hope also provides guidance on how to address these barriers, and connects families with community support organizations, and more. For more information contact the POH case manager at (309) 829-9476 ext 218
Supportive Services for Veteran Families
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program is designed to assist low-income veterans and their families in obtaining and maintaining permanent stable housing. The Supportive Services for Veteran Families team strives to assist Veterans and their families through strengths-based goal planning to address current gaps in the Veteran’s ability to secure or maintain stable and sustainable permanent housing. Learn more.
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty
The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope initiative marks a pivotal shift to focusing on the core causes of poverty rather than treating the symptoms. Lack of job opportunities, unstable housing, and an underserved educational environment can all be major challenges for someone looking to lead a self-sustainable life. With our help, people living in poverty can break the cycle of crisis and vulnerability and lead families down a path toward increased stability for years to come. It's a pathway of hope for current and future generations.
Stats
46.7 million
Americans live below the poverty line.
$1,000
emergency expense can push 57% of Americans into poverty.
1087
Corps Community Centers across the United States, providing localized programming to help individuals and families in their communities.
Help break the cycle of poverty
Your donation is crucial for providing essential resources, support, and opportunities that help individuals and families break the cycle of poverty and build a better future.
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