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Doing the Most to Provide Housing Resources

The Salvation Army provides 600,000 nights of shelter in Illinois every year and works to keep thousands of families from becoming homeless.

To keep our clients, staff, and volunteers safe, and in accordance with city and state guidelines, programs and services at The Salvation Army Elgin Corps Community Center are modified until further notice. For the most up-to-date information, please contact us at 847-741-2304. 

Click here to learn more about local and national Coronavirus (COVID-19) relief efforts.

About 15 percent of the homeless population is comprised of "chronically homeless" individuals.

This means struggling neighbors are sleeping on the streets, in cars, staying with family or friends temporarily, or frequently moving from residence to residence.

"The Salvation Army keeps me from being in the dark, from being cold."

The Salvation Army tries to keep families in their homes by assisting with rent/mortgage or utility bills.

The Salvation Army helps provide housing in our community through: 

Home Goods Pantry 
We provide home goods items on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and Thursdays from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. To keep our clients, staff, and volunteers safe, and in accordance with city and state guidelines, we have adjusted to pre-bagged instead of the client-choice until further notice. Click here to learn more about local and national Coronavirus (COVID-19) relief efforts. 

Homelessness Prevention & Emergency Assistance Programs
The Salvation Army provides emergency assistance to help with mortgage/rent, utility bills, clothing, medication bills, and other needs in order to keep families in their homes. For more information or support: contact our Corps Community Center at 847-741-2304, find a location near you, or learn more online

How You and Your Family Can Help
Homelessness is an issue plaguing cities and neighborhoods across the country. Here are some ideas for how to talk with your children about homelessness, how you can help fight poverty, and what you can do to make an impact in your community.

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