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The Salvation Army in Alaska provides year-round programs to help those in need thrive.

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Meeting Needs in Alaska

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Alaska Division Services

Domestic Violence

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Providing safe shelters, counseling, and resources for survivors of domestic violence, empowering them to rebuild their lives free from abuse.

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Utility Rent Assistance

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Offering emergency rent and utility assistance to keep families who are struggling to pay basic bills in their homes.

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Spiritual and Worship Services

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Offering support programs and assistance to those in need of renewed hope and spiritual healing.

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Holiday Giving

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Offering assistance during the holiday season through our Angel Tree gift program and through feeding and utility assistance.

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Homelessness

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Offering emergency or transitional shelters to provide a warm, secure place for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness.

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Donation Drop-off

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Providing a convenient way for individuals to donate clothing, household items, and other goods.

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Family Services

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Offering a comprehensive range of family services, such as after-school programs, summer camps, music programs, and more.

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Thrift Stores

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Providing a convenient way for individuals to donate gently used clothing, household items, and other goods.

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Hunger

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Providing nutritious meals and groceries to families and individuals struggling to put food on the table.

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Youth Services

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Offering mentorship, after-school programs, summer camps, and other services to young people.

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Adult Program Services

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Offering a variety of services, including recovery programs, job training, housing assistance, and mental health support.

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Poverty

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Offering a range of programs and services to support and strengthen families and individuals.

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Giving Back

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You can make this difference by donating, volunteering, becoming a corporate sponsor, and much more.

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Recovery

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Offering programs and support to individuals facing physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges, including substance abuse.

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Disaster Relief

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Offering immediate and long-term wildfire, flood, tornado, and hurricane relief to communities affected by natural disasters.

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Senior Services

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Offering a wide range of services designed to promote dignity, independence, and well-being in seniors.

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Anti-Human Trafficking

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Providing programs that support human trafficking survivors on their journeys to safety, stability, and self-empowerment.

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Kroc Center

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Providing a range of social services, programs, and facilities to individuals and families in need.

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Health Services

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Offering health services that provide essential support and resources to help people live healthier lives.

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Correctional Services

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Our correctional services support individuals transitioning from incarceration by offering rehabilitation, job training, and reintegration programs.

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Family Counseling

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Offering counseling services to support families through challenges, fostering healthier relationships and stronger bonds.

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Our Impact

43.3 Million

People were living in poverty in 2023.

12%

Increase in homelessness from the previous year.

19%

Of renters reported being behind on their rent in 2023.

More than 1 in 4

Adults reported food insecurity in 2023.

28

Weather and climate disasters in 2023- more than any year prior.

13.50%

Of U.S. households faced food insecurity at some point during 2023.

88.50%

Of all U.S. counties confirmed a natural disaster between January 2013 and January 2023.

5.10%

Of households were very food insecure in 2023, where one or more household members reduced food intake and disrupted eating patterns at times due to limited money or other resources for food.

2,479,842 people received necessary holiday assistance through The Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army's holiday assistance programs provide food, gifts, and other essential items to those in need during the holiday season. Through initiatives like toy drives, meal distribution, and the Angel Tree program, The Salvation Army aims to ensure everyone gets to experience the joy of the holidays.

The Salvation Army supplied 9,171,998 safe nights of sleep for people in need.

The Salvation Army is committed to putting and keeping a roof over our community members’ heads offering a range of resources for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in a time of crisis. With the availability of affordable housing at a low, The Salvation Army is ready to help all people looking for shelter.

The Salvation Army provided $3,052,827 in financial assistance for people in need.

For many, making ends meet is an ongoing challenge. The Salvation Army is available to help reduce people’s financial burdens, making sure no family has to choose between putting food on the table or keeping a roof over their head.

The Salvation Army prepared 44,417,790 total meals for people in need.

The Salvation Army strives to fight food insecurity our through soup kitchens, home delivered meals, summer feeding programs, and more.

421,145 people received disaster assistance through The Salvation Army.

When disaster strikes without warning, you can count on The Salvation Army for immediate response and recovery assistance. By coordinating with local authorities, The Salvation Army provides survivors with necessities such as food, water, mobile showers, clean blankets and clothes, emergency shelter, and more.

166,747,412 total meals were provided by The Salvation Army.

Consistent and nutritional meals are a struggle for many families. In a time of crisis, food insecurity is often the soonest result. Through a variety of meal services, The Salvation Army works to ensure no family has to wonder where their next meal is coming from.

The Salvation Army responded to 4,307 disasters in just 2023 alone.

Each year, natural disasters devastate lives and local neighborhoods everywhere. In just one year, The Salvation Army responded to 4,307 natural disasters. Whether it was an earthquake, tornado, wildfire, drought, flood, or other disaster, The Salvation Army was there to provide support, hope, and healing to people and communities affected.

6,180,039 total meal boxes (1 box = 20 meals) were provided by The Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army provides meal boxes with essential food and supplies for families in need to help combat food insecurity. Each meal box contains 20 meals on average and typically consists of non-perishable items and nutritious staples.

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July 24, 2025 By Karen Gleason - Caring Magazine

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January 30, 2025 By Doriean Stevenson - Caring Magazine

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How a Salvation Army Bellringer Went from Living in his Car to Spreading Kettle Cheer

The familiar sound rings in your ears - a Salvation Army bellringer stands outside your go-to shop, wishing you a happy holiday season while raising funds

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November 27, 2024 By Hillary Jackson - Caring Magazine

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‘Thanksgiving Blessing’ Food Boxes Help Those in Alaska’s Remote Stretches

In the parking lot of the Little Chapel in Cordova, Alaska, Alaska Divisional Commander Major Henry Graciani stood, taking the name of each family as they drove

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November 29, 2023 By Natalie Clendenin