Stories from the Red Shield Appeal Stories from the Red Shield Appeal Every year, the Salvos come together to bring hope and support to those in need. Read our stories from our people and services across Australia.
Stories
No longer struggling alone – Georgie’s story
When Georgie found herself struggling financially and on the brink of homelessness at 51, a surprise call from the Salvos turned her life around.
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Red Shield Appeal gave Ruth a way back
2 June 2022 Read more
Red Shield Appeal helps Chloe find place of healing after trauma
4 May 2022 Read more
Red Shield Appeal helped give Gemma and her baby “a real chance”
31 March 2022 Read more
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8 April 2021 Read more
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Salvos Family & Domestic Violence Services
Learn more about a Salvos FDV program in WA regenerating hope by providing support to women and families facing domestic violence.
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When others need hope
The Red Shield Appeal gives hope to many who need it when the going gets tough.
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When others need hope
The Red Shield Appeal gives hope to many who need it when the going gets tough.
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Safety and stability for a family in crisis
Andrea was faced with a terrible choice – living with domestic violence or experiencing homelessness, until support from the Salvos provided her with safety and stability.
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Salvos Sydney Congress Hall outreach
A place to a share a table and get to know each other, a place for gathering, and a place for new opportunities for everyone.
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Mohammed: Hope through recovery
Coming from Kenya, he's been through a lot of challenges. The Salvos provides open arms and support for Mohammed through his journey.
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The Salvation Army Australia is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities and working for justice.
The Salvation Army Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet and work and pay our respect to Elders past, present and future.
We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities ,
sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status.
We are committed to providing programs that are delivered through the lenses of local mission delivery,
sustainability, safety culture and inclusive practice.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of people of all ages,
particularly children .
Hope where it's needed most
