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When a Family of Four Becomes a Family of Nine
January 12, 2021
The Salvation Army provided tangible help to a family that took in five siblings after a tragic loss, helping them adjust to their new normal.
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Helping a Survivor Find Life After Labor Trafficking
January 8, 2021
This Human Trafficking Awareness Month, we introduce you to Faith, a woman who survived her labor trafficking situation with help from our STOP-IT program.
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Providing a Young, Desperate Mom-to-Be a Place to Call Home
January 5, 2021
When a cold, hungry pregnant woman walked through their door, the DeKalb Salvation Army Corps Community Center surrounded her with love and support.
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How Booth Lodge Got a Needed Renovation in the Middle of a Pandemic
December 30, 2020
The director of The Salvation Army's shelter for homeless individuals wouldn't stop until the facility was fit for family.
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How a Train Called Little Obie Rescued Christmas for the Blue Island Corps
December 22, 2020
The Army’s Blue Island Corps Community Center was seriously short on Christmas presents this year – until the Canadian National Railway rode in. Read More
 
How WGN’s John Williams and His Listeners Keep Amazing Us
December 21, 2020
WGN radio host John Williams’ third annual radiothon to benefit The Salvation Army defied all expectations – and even altered a couple hairstyles. Read More
 
Rescuing Christmas for Generations of Debra’s Family
December 21, 2020
Providing a loving home for her own and her sister’s kids was no problem for Debra. Christmas presents proved harder. Learn how the Army helped. Read More
 
Filling 15,000 Holiday Food Boxes for Neighbors in Need
December 18, 2020
At our Emergency Disaster Services warehouse last week, volunteers packed thousands of boxes with all the trimmings and good wishes for a Christmas meal. Read More