Material Assistance

The Salvation Army’s Material Assistance Program provides limited support to individuals and families experiencing hardship. Available services include:

• Food assistance through our local pantries
• Thrift store vouchers for essential clothing and household items

Please note: Availability is limited each month and support is provided on a case-by-case basis.

For all other types of assistance not listed above, we recommend contacting 2-1-1, a 24/7 referral service that connects you with local resources. The Salvation Army cannot process those requests directly.

Emergency Assistance  

We may be able to assist individuals and families facing urgent financial strain due to:  

• Serious illness  
• Loss of a loved one  
• Job loss or recent unemployment  
• Other unforeseen emergencies

How We Evaluate Requests  

Each request is assessed individually, with consideration given to:  

• Current household income and expenses  
• Specific circumstances and demonstrated need  
• Eligibility for public assistance programs
• Steps taken toward financial stability  
• Other community resources available  
• Funding currently available through The Salvation Army

Who Can Apply  

To be eligible for emergency assistance, applicants must:  

• Be 18 years or older  
• Provide valid identification  
• Show proof of income and documentation of financial need

How To Apply

If you believe you qualify and need help with food or thrift store vouchers, please contact your local Salvation Army office to learn more about how to apply.

Milwaukee Citadel Corps Worship and Community Center
4129 West Villard Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53209

Contact: Captain Shanell Johnson
Office: (414) 463-3300
Shanell.Johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org

Service zip codes: 53205, 53206, 53207, 53208, 53209, 53210, 53211, 53212, 53213, 53216, 53217, 53218, 53222, 53223, 53224, 53225, 53226, 53233

Cold Spring Church and Community Center
2900 W. Coldspring Rd. Greenfield, WI 53221

Contact: Majors Clifford and Yaneth Scott
Office: (414) 763-9797
Clifford.Scott@usc.salvationarmy.org | Yaneth.Scott@usc.salvationarmy.org

Service zip codes: 53202, 53203, 53204, 53214, 53215, 53219, 53220, 53221, 53227, 53228, 53295

Oak Creek Centennial Church and Community Center
8853 South Howell Ave., Oak Creek, WI 53154

Contact: Captains Jason & Dana Bigelow
Office: (414) 762-3993
Website: www.oakcreeksa.org
Jason.Bigelow@usc.salvationarmy.org | Dana.Bigelow@usc.salvationarmy.org

Service zip codes: 53235, 53110, 53210, 53219, 53132, 53154, 53172