Time-Starved Mother Still Finds a Way to Help
“Every little bit helps.” It’s a cliché you’ve heard a million times. Some would say the phrase was practically invented by The Salvation Army, whose bell ringers have spent 120 years collecting pocket change used to serve millions of people. Yet “Every little bit helps” isn’t just about money. Every little bit of time, love and goodness helps, too. Few people know this better than Michelle Christensen. (read more)

Coming Soon to Harbor Light Shelter: Dignity
For years, up to 130 homeless men have been sleeping on the ground at The Salvation Army Harbor Light Shelter in Minneapolis. “It’s been a sea of flesh, with dozens of mats pushed up against one another,” said Steve Horsfield, Harbor Light's chief operating officer. “It’s so loud, you can barely have a conversation. It’s been an efficient model, but hasn’t provided much dignity.” That’s all about to change. (read more)