The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is the largest direct provider of social services in Chicagoland, a critical part of the safety net for all Chicagoans.  In 2013, we fed more than 1.4 million nutritious meals to hungry people; provided more than 2,300 homeless men, women and children with shelter, food and clothing; helped more than 3,900 people recover from addiction, provided a safe haven to more than 3,400 children and teens each month and delivered disaster relief to more than 36,000 people.

The Salvation Army has been assisting people in need in the Greater Chicagoland region for over 125 years.  In communities throughout Chicago and the surrounding five-county area, we extend emergency and supportive assistance from 28 corps community centers, 80 service extension units, the Emergency Disaster Services Center, residential programs, mobile units and counseling sites.

Our mission is to meet human needs wherever they may be, without discrimination.  As part of this commitment, we provide assistance to families and individuals in crisis – to those suffering after a flood or fire, and to those struggling with poverty, food insecurity, joblessness, impending or current homelessness, abuse, and despair.  This assistance has included nutritious meals, counseling, child care, shelter, and transition to permanent housing.