the Salvation Army

Cultural  

1. A Protestant denomination, organized under officers in military fashion, that is known chiefly for its charitable works in cities among the poor, the homeless, and people dependent on drugs and alcohol. It was founded in the nineteenth century by the English reformer William Booth.

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the Salvation Army

He started by contacting social services who then directed him to the Salvation Army — the Christian movement.

From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026

Setting up a luncheon in the Salvation Army church, Renee Palmer said she thought Burnham, who sent his children to school in the area, was a good man with a good chance of winning.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 23, 2026

Soon, a few were spotted living behind the Salvation Army down the block.

From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026

They have spent the last two months in an Airbnb with help from the Salvation Army, she said, but that runs out next Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 7, 2026

Leo looks like a neighbor man who remembers every kid’s birthday and dresses up like Santa for the Salvation Army.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

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