The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
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About The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is a regional division of The Salvation Army, encompassing 13 Western states, as well as Guam, the Marshall Islands, and Micronesia.
Its mission is to meet human needs without discrimination, providing a wide array of services to individuals and communities in need.
Comprehensive Services Offered
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory offers a diverse range of programs and services, including:
- Family Services: Providing after-school programs, summer camps, music programs, and more to support families.
- Disaster Relief: Offering immediate and long-term assistance to communities affected by natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes.
- Homelessness Services: Operating emergency and transitional shelters to provide a secure place for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
- Hunger Relief: Providing nutritious meals and groceries to families and individuals struggling with food insecurity.
- Anti-Human Trafficking Programs: Supporting survivors on their journeys to safety, stability, and self-empowerment.
- Senior Services: Offering a wide range of services designed to promote dignity, independence, and well-being in seniors.
- Youth Services: Offering mentorship, after-school programs, summer camps, and other services to young people.
- Rehabilitation Services: Providing programs and support to individuals facing physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges, including substance abuse.
- Spiritual and Worship Services: Offering support programs and assistance to those in need of renewed hope and spiritual healing.
- Utility and Rent Assistance: Offering emergency rent and utility assistance to keep families who are struggling to pay basic bills in their homes.
Operational Presence
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory operates numerous facilities, including:
- 307 Corps community centers
- 31 Adult Rehabilitation Centers
- 13 summer camps
- 36 Silvercrest Residences
- 6 adult day care centers
These facilities are strategically located across the Western United States, including major cities:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Torrance, CA
- Santa Monica, CA
- North Las Vegas, NV
- Juneau, AK
- Waipahu, HI
- Pearl City, HI
Leadership and Contact Information
The Western Territorial Headquarters is located at 30840 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-5301.
The current leadership includes Commissioner Douglas F. Riley as Territorial Commander and Commissioner Colleen R. Riley as Territorial President of Women's Ministries.