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Photograph of ex prisoners working in Abbotsford in 1900

Celebrating 140 years of social service

Salvos are part of the fabric of Australia’s welfare system

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice

The referendum result does not dissolve The Salvation Army's commitment to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. We remain committed to reconciliation, unity and equity

Smiling Salvos officer walking down the street

Contributing towards our mission

The Salvation Army is committed to assisting individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing social disadvantage. Our mission serves the community.

64% of Australia’s most vulnerable can’t afford utility bills

Volunteering for a cause that touches the heart

Volunteers are the heart of many not-for-profit organisations, bringing passion to a cause that matters most to them.

Surge in Australians sinking into extreme poverty

Flash floods unite community

As parts of Australia experienced incessant rain during October 2022, residents of affected areas in Victoria, NSW and Tasmania were forced to act immediately.

Salvation Army Officer walking and chatting with a young man

Salvos: JobSeeker increase a start, but not enough

The Salvation Army appreciates the federal government’s acknowledgment that the current JobSeeker allowance is inadequate for a person to live with dignity by increasing the payment in the 2023 Budget

Music provides youth with a life-changing experience

Owen Davis credits music and The Salvation Army with saving his life. This Youth Week (20-30 April) is a time to recall Owen’s journey and how his life was transformed.

Capturing the essence of war

On 25 April each year, many reflect on the meaning of Anzac Day.