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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 Adele and Robert Stern Red Shield Center in Englewood 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.
Throughout Chicagoland, The Salvation Army provides a variety of services to people in need. Our Corps also offers worship and fellowship. Learn about the history of the Adele & Robert Stern Red Shield Center.
Adele & Robert Stern Red Shield Corps Community Center
945 West 69th Street
Chicago, IL 60621
Phone: 773-358-3200
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.
Captain AJ Zimmerman
At The Salvation Army Adele & Robert Stern Red Shield Center, Captain AJ Zimmerman serves as Corps Officer. He brings vast experience and knowledge to his role, interacts with the community on a daily basis, and is a primary point of contact for your questions, comments or requests for assistance in the Englewood area of Chicago, Illinois. Captain Zimmerman is also a faith leader: here to respond to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs in our community.Adele & Robert Stern Red Shield Corps Community Center Leadership
Captain AJ Zimmerman
Corps Officer
Envoy Christal Johnson
Corps Ministries Director
DeShawn Johnson
Community Center Director
Public Relations and Media Inquiries:
Katie Heinz Pfingsten, Divisional Public Relations Manager
Email: Katie.Heinz@usc.salvationarmy.org
Office: 773-205-3531 | Mobile: 872-223-7951
Camerin Mattson, Divisional Communications Manager
Email: Camerin.Mattson@usc.salvationarmy.org
Office: 773-205-3256 | Mobile: 630-707-9757
Jeff Robey, Divisional Director of Strategy & Outcomes
Email: Jeff.Robey@usc.salvationarmy.org
Office: 773-205-3254 | Mobile: 773-885-3433
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.
Mobile Text Alerts:
To receive mobile alerts from The Salvation Army Red Shield Center (Englewood) choose from the options below. Once you have received your invitation, reply Y to activate.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 Englewood area, or view The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division's regional volunteer locations.
For assistance, please call us at 773-358-3200.
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.