Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Who We Are
At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need throughout greater Chicagoland, Northern Illinois, and Northwest Indiana. The Salvation Army in Des Plaines is a part of the North and Central Illinois Division, and provides a variety of services to people in need in our community.
The Salvation Army is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by U.S. law.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
To learn more about The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division, visit www.salarmyncil.org and view our Divisional Annual Report.
To learn more history about The Salvation Army International, visit story.salvationarmy.org.
If you find yourself in need — whether that need be practical, recreational, spiritual or emotional — we hope you will seek our assistance.
For assistance, please call us at 847-981-9111.
If additional assistance is needed, The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division's Social Services Department can be reached Monday - Friday from 9am - 4pm through their online contact form. Messages received during the weekend will be returned on the first business day. You can also search for services in your community.
In Des Plaines, Illinois, The Salvation Army provides a variety of services to people in need. Our Corps also offers worship and fellowship.
Des Plaines Corps Community Center
609 W. Dempster
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-981-9111
Map/Directions
With a presence in nearly every zip code in America, there is a local Salvation Army near you. There are 28 Corps Community Centers within The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division. To find The Salvation Army in your community, type in your zip code in our location search tool here.
For information on The Salvation Army's work in other parts of the United States, visit our National website. And visit The Salvation Army International website to learn how we're Doing The Most Good around the world every day.
The Salvation Army is led by officers – ordained ministers – who supervise the many programs and services provided in your area. They also serve as administrators, counselors and youth leaders.
Lieutenants Maximiliano Franchetti & Cecilia Dinardi
At The Salvation Army Des Plaines Corps, Lieutenants Maximiliano Franchetti and Cecilia Dinardi serve as Corps Officers. They bring vast experience and knowledge to their role, interact with the community on a daily basis, and are a primary point of contact for your questions, comments or requests for assistance in Des Plaines, Illinois. Lieutenants Maximiliano Franchetti and Cecilia Dinardi are also faith leaders: here to respond to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs in our community.
Lieutenant Maximiliano Franchetti
Corps Officer
Lieutenant Cecilia Dinardi
Corps Officer
Glen Tagansky
Coordinator of Russian-speaking Ministry
Isela Guzman
Social Services Coordinator
Ellen Ehlert
Bookkeeper
Jesse Contreras
Facilities Manager
Public Relations and Media Inquiries:
Kristin Williamson Swenson, News Media Contact
Email: kristin.williamson@usc.salvationarmy.org
Mobile: 217-343-1594
Brian Duewel, Director of Communications
Email: Brian.Duewel@usc.salvationarmy.org
Phone: 773-551-9069
Ways to Give
Discover ways to support The Salvation Army on our Ways to Give page.
Donate Goods
To schedule a free donation pick up please call 1-800-SA-TRUCK (1-800-728-7825). To learn more about our Thrift Stores and donation centers visit satruck.org.
Careers
If you are interested in a career within The Salvation Army, visit our Careers website to view current job opportunities.
Volunteering
To find ways to volunteer and support our community, visit our online listings of opportunities in the Des Plaines and northwest Chicagoland area, or view The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division's regional volunteer locations.
For assistance, please call us at 847-981-9111.
If additional assistance is needed, The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division's Social Services Department can be reached Monday - Friday from 9am - 4pm through their online contact form. Messages received during the weekend will be returned on the first business day. You can also search for services in your community.