For Richard, a young boy in Zambia, The Salvation Army’s Gifts of Hope program has been life-changing. His story highlights the heart of Gifts of Hope—that even the smallest gifts can spark a ripple effect of change. Richard’s family received two goats, and what may have seemed like an ordinary gift soon became extraordinary. Every day, the
One Child at a Time
Opening doors to education through the Brighter Futures Children’s Sponsorship Program.
by Major Heather MatondoAround the world today, nearly 25 million children are not attending school—a staggering number that reflects not just a crisis in education, but in opportunity, equity and hope. The reasons behind this are complex and varied. In some communities, families cannot afford the cost of tuition, uniforms or basic school supplies. In others, children
Partners in Mission 2025: Training College
Follow Okta Sudirman’s journey at the William Booth College for Officer Training in Jakarta.
Follow Okta Sudirman’s journey at the William Booth College for Officer Training in Jakarta. Once struggling, Okta’s life was transformed by faith and a calling to serve God. Now, as a cadet, he’s learning to make a difference and inspire others. Experience the camaraderie and spiritual growth of future officers dedicated to spreading hope. To
A Passion for Education
How Salvation Army schools transform lives in Indonesia.
by Jacqueline TingleEducation is empowering individuals Indonesia, giving people hope for a better future by breaking the cycle of poverty and inequality, building a brighter tomorrow for communities devastated by poverty, illness and natural disasters.
For the Cause
How a young Salvationist in Glace Bay, N.S., is leading Partners in Mission efforts.
by Robyn GoodyearSarah Barrett, a 21-year-old Salvationist in Glace Bay, N.S., organized several special fundraising events in support of The Salvation Army’s Partners in Mission Campaign.
An overview of Salvation Army ministry in the Indonesia Territory.
Bearing Fruit
Gifts of Hope supports agriculture and clean water in the Congo (Brazzaville) Territory.
by Major Elaine LockeThe Canada and Bermuda Territory, led by women’s ministries, supports an agriculture project designed to increase food security and support long-term nutritional health in the Republic of Congo.
Dreaming Big
The Salvation Army fights to prevent early marriage in Zambia.
by Major Heather MatondoThe Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda is partnering with the Zambia Territory to prevent early marriages by supporting girls to stay in school
Sweet Land of Liberty
Agricultural training, education and community development are making a difference in West Africa.
by Kathy NguyenThe Salvation Army has made a difference in the Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea Territory through decades of educational, medical, agricultural, livelihood and spiritual support.
A Transforming Territory
Celebrating the growth of The Salvation Army in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea.
by Lt-Colonel Brenda Murray and Mark YanThis photo essay offers a glimpse into the transformative work of The Salvation Army across the West African nations of Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea.



