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National Salvation Army Week is an opportunity to celebrate our volunteers, donors and program beneficiaries who have enabled us to serve those in need around the world for 157 years. This week was first declared by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954 – 74 years after The Salvation Army arrived in the U.S. In his speech, President Eisenhower noted:

“Among Americans, The Salvation Army has long been a symbol of wholehearted dedication to the cause of human brotherhood. In time of war, the men and women of this organization have brought to those serving their country far from home, friendliness and warm concern. In the quieter days of peace, their work has been a constant reminder to us all that each of us is neighbor and kin to all Americans. Giving freely of themselves, the men and women of The Salvation Army have won the respect of us all.”

We’re thankful for this opportunity to recognize the 3.5 million volunteers who give their time and talents to The Salvation Army each year in order to help us do the most good for those in need.

This year we are partnering with Chillbox Convenience Stores to help send children from low-income families to camp this summer. Every ICEE and fountain drink purchased at any of the 32 Chillbox locations during National Salvation Army Week will benefit The Salvation Army Outdoors program.