The Salvation Army is one of the nation’s largest federally recognized emergency disaster service agencies, assisting 1–2 million disaster survivors and first responders across the United States each year.

As a member of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD), The Salvation Army helped shape the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Response Framework. In every disaster relief effort, the Army’s priority is to meet the immediate needs of survivors and first responders - providing material assistance, physical care, and spiritual or emotional support.

Central Territory Resources: At-a-Glance

• 12,926 Annual Training Sessions
• 7,224 Cots
• 129 Canteens
• 23 Command Vehicles
• 24 Cargo Trailers
• 15 ATV/UTV Units
• 6 Kitchen Trailers
• 6 Cargo Trucks
• 4 SATERN Vehicles

Local Involvement

All Salvation Army disaster response services are managed locally, by people who live and work in the communities they serve. When tragedy strikes in your community, remember that The Salvation Army is on the scene, alongside fire, police, and rescue personnel. Volunteers are needed for behind-the-scenes and frontline work. We welcome your involvement.

Contact Us

Michael Sjogren, EDS Coordinator
(608) 250-2201

EDS Preparedness Handbook