
Milwaukee Area Command
Milwaukee Area Command
Milwaukee Area Command Officers
Beverly Gates
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Donations
We only offer select giving options online which enable us to meet the needs of the people we serve in your community or the community you choose to support. By supporting these programs, you give The Salvation Army the resources and flexibility essential to respond where assistance is needed the most. For additional assistance in donating to an option not listed, please contact Donor Services by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
Yes. Please contact The Salvation Army donor services by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY. Please have ready the date of your gift, the dollar amount, the fund it went to, and the fund you would like it to go to. If you need to leave a voicemail message, please be sure to leave your name and phone number, including your area code.
Receipts for mail donations are typically sent within 3 weeks following when The Salvation Army receives your gift. For online donations or donations made via 1-800-SAL-ARMY, a receipt is sent via email within minutes of the successful transaction.
If you did not receive a receipt for a financial gift you've made, please contact Donor Services by completing our online inquiry form or calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
Please contact The Salvation Army Donor Services by completing our online inquiry form or calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
Your email address is required so we can send you a proper acknowledgement of your gift. Details of your donation are found in this email, which you can print or save for tax purposes. The Salvation Army will not sell, trade, or share personal information about our financial donors with anyone else, nor will we send mailings to our financial donors on behalf of other organizations, unless a donor has given us specific permission to do so.
If you set up your monthly gift through the web, you may make changes to your monthly giving donation by logging into your account. All changes that you make are processed immediately. If you do not have an account or are not sure of your account, you may contact The Salvation Army Donor Services by completing our online inquiry form or calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY for handling. Donor Services may process your request the same month, or the following month, depending upon when we receive your call.
If you set up your monthly gift through another method, please contact The Salvation Army Donor Services by completing our online inquiry form or calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
Refunds are available within 180 days of your original (online) donation:
- By calling donor services (1-800-SAL-ARMY)
- By completing our online inquiry form
If the requested refund is beyond 180 days of the original donation, please call 1-800-SAL-ARMY, and your request will be evaluated on an individual-case basis.
Please contact The Salvation Army Donor Services by completing our online inquiry form or calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
For your convenience, we have several ways in which you can donate to The Salvation Army.
- + Online - Make your donation online through our online donation form. Your donation goes to your local Salvation Army unless you specify another location.
- + Phone - Call in your donation by dialing 1-800-SAL ARMY (725-2769).
- + Mail - Find The Salvation Army service center closest to you to mail your check. Learn more.
- + Cryptocurrency - While Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and most widely followed, there are several cryptocurrencies options currently available to help us Do the Most Good. Learn more about donating Cryptocurrency.
See more ways to give on your Ways to Give page.
At The Salvation Army, we take the security and privacy of our donors' personal information very seriously. We understand the importance of maintaining the trust of our supporters and have implemented robust measures to protect the data provided to us. As part of our commitment to safeguarding donor information, we have partnered with Classy, the leading digital fundraising platform used by The Salvation Army. Classy's privacy policy, which outlines their comprehensive security measures, can be accessed at classy.org/terms/privacy. Their state-of-the-art security protocols helps to ensure that all donor data is protected from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. By adhering to strict security standards and leveraging Classy's advanced privacy practices, we aim to provide a secure and trustworthy environment for our donors to support our cause. Learn more about The Salvation Army's Privacy Policy.
In Kind Donations
Yes. Please visit SATRUCK.org or call 1-800-SA-TRUCK to learn more about what The Salvation Army accepts. If neither one of these resources is able to provide you with an answer, visit our location search page to locate the Salvation Army branch nearest to you. From this site, you will be able to contact someone at your local office who may be able to assist you. If it is determined that your local Salvation Army unit is able to accept these items, you can schedule a pick-up by calling the above number.
Receipts for drop-off donations are handed out when you drop off your donation at one of our manned donation drop off locations. For donation pickups scheduled online or made via 1-800-SAL-ARMY, a receipt is sent via email after a successful pick-up.
If you did not receive a receipt for a donation in-kind, please contact Donor Services by calling 1-800-SATRUCK.
To cancel a scheduled donation pick-up, please contact Donor Services by calling 1-800-SA-TRUCK.
Volunteering
Absolutely! Visit our volunteer page to learn more about volunteer opportunities near you.
Getting Help
The Salvation Army exists to meet human need wherever, whenever, and however we can. View our service categories in the menu bar or use the location finder to find particular services near you.
If you or a loved one need assistance, please use our location finder to determine The Salvation Army office nearest to you. Many of our locations offer options for a variety of financial, residential, and emergency assistance. By entering your ZIP code in the appropriate search box, you will be able to see the Salvation Army locations that are found nearest to your local ZIP code and what services they offer.
Employment Opportunities
View open positions at The Salvation Army's National Headquarters in Alexandria, VA or find open opportunities near you.
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Contact Us
The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County is here to support individuals and families in need. If you’re facing challenges, we can help connect you with the right resources.
How to Get Assistance
Food and thrift store vouchers only: Apply through our Material Assistance Program. Other Needs (rent, utilities, housing, etc.): Please dial 2-1-1 for immediate referrals and resources.
Want to Give Back?
Your generosity makes a difference for neighbors in need.
- Ways to Give: Learn how your donations provide food, shelter, and hope.
- Host a collection drive: Rally your workplace, school, or community to gather items that help local families.
Contact Information
Administrative Offices
Salvation Army Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Division
11315 W. Watertown Plank Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Phone: (414) 302-4300
Media Inquiries:
Amy Hand, Media Relations Director, Amy.Hand@usc.salvationarmy.org
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Worship & Community Centers
Citadel Corps Worship and Community Center
Captain Shanell Johnson
4129 West Villard Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209
Office: (414) 463-3300
Website: www.samilwaukeecitadel.org
Email: Shanell.Johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org
Cold Spring Church and Community Center
Majors Clifford and Yaneth Scott
2900 W. Coldspring Rd. Greenfield, WI 53221
Office: (414) 763-9797
Website: www.sacoldspring.org
Emails: Clifford.Scott@usc.salvationarmy.org | Yaneth.Scott@usc.salvationarmy.org
Oak Creek Centennial Church and Community Center
Captains Dana & Jason Bigelow
8853 South Howell Ave. Oak Creek, WI 53154
Office: (414) 762-3993
Website: www.oakcreeksa.org
Emails: Dana.Bigelow@usc.salvationarmy.org | Jason.Bigelow@usc.salvationarmy.org
Additional Services
Adult Rehabilitation Center
Major Brendon E. Robertson
324 N. Jackson St. Milwaukee, WI 53202
Office: (414) 276-4316
Email: Brenden.Robertson@usc.salvationarmy.org
Distribution Center
5880 N. 60th St. Milwaukee, WI 53218
Office: (414) 464-2940
Emergency Lodge
1730 North 7th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Office: (414) 265-6360