Help keep families in their homes
Donate NowThe Fight Against Pandemic Poverty
Across the country, millions of Americans are reeling from the ongoing impacts of the pandemic. Faced with challenges including job and income loss, hunger, and the inability to pay bills, they’re being forced to make difficult decisions between basic necessities.
For many, these choices could mean the difference between “home” and “homeless.”
This issue — pandemic poverty — is having a profound impact on the stability of American families:
- 2020 marked the most significant jump in poverty since the government began tracking it (8 million people have fallen into poverty)
- 63% of Americans have been living paycheck to paycheck since the pandemic began
- 2020 marked the worst year on record for job losses at 9.4 million
See our COVID-19 Impact Report
Keeping Families From Crossing Over The Line
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Find help during this health crisis
We’re serving people who have been impacted by COVID-19 all around the country.
If you or a loved one needs help, please contact your local Salvation Army to see what services are available in your area.
Coronavirus Covid-19: How you can help
The essential services that we provide on a year-round basis – homeless shelters, food pantries, disaster relief, veteran’s services and others – are for the benefit of our country’s most vulnerable people. Because of a lack of information and access to good hygiene, homeless families and those living in poverty have been hit especially hard by the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
We know concerned Americans are looking for ways to help during this crisis. The Salvation Army will continue to open our arms, hearts, and doors to those who need us, but our homeless shelters and food pantries are quickly reaching capacity. We are at work finding alternatives and solutions to this reality, like mobile food service and deliveries to families in need who are sheltering in place.
Please consider helping us help your neighbors in need during this crisis. You can rest assured that your donation will stay in your own area.
Q: How can I donate money to support Coronavirus COVID-19 relief efforts?
A: To support The Salvation Army, a monetary donation ensures we can continue service delivery in your community. Financial contributions allow us to quickly respond to changing needs, as well as support local economies through the purchase of goods. Every dollar gives hope to those living in poverty during this pandemic.
Your donations to The Salvation Army help us serve the most vulnerable members of your community.
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Your monetary donations are the best way to help us serve the most vulnerable members of your community.
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Ongoing revenue from recurring gifts empowers The Salvation Army to expand our services further and faster.
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A: Some of our thrift stores have reopened and are accepting clothing and household goods. Please visit our Thrift Stores locator to find your nearest drop-off location or to schedule a pickup where available.
Q: How can I mobilize others from my computer?
Create your own fundraiser to provide hope to those in need in your community.
Q: Can I make a recurring gift?
A: Yes. The assurance of ongoing revenue from recurring gifts empowers The Salvation Army to expand our services further and faster.
Q: Can I donate food?
A: Yes. Local Salvation Army facilities are in need of the following in-kind items:
- non-perishable food
- baby supplies
- hygiene products
- cleaning and sanitizing items
- paper products
Check with your local Salvation Army to learn what’s needed.
Q: Can I volunteer my time to the cause?
A: In some locations, yes. Please check with your local Salvation Army to see if there are any volunteer opportunities if you would like benefit your community that way.
Thank you to our Covid-19 partners
The Salvation Army is proud to partner with the following organizations who support our mission to meet human need during this health crisis.
PR contacts
National media relations are handled by The Salvation Army National Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, and its public relations consultant, Lerma Agency.
All local media are asked to first contact their local Salvation Army representative for all inquiries, including spokesperson requests.
Territorial Press Contacts Local ContactsFor media queries, please contact:
The Salvation Army
703-302-8640
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