Who We Are

The Salvation Army, for more than a century, has fought to ease human suffering wherever it is found. Perhaps none suffer more that the innocent victims of natural and manmade disasters such as earthquakes, tornados, fires or floods.

The Salvation Army's capability, experience and effectiveness as "a major disaster assistance agency has been recognized in the Federal Disaster Relief Act of 1974 (PL 93-288).

We are a partner with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), participate in NVOAD -- the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, and with volunteer organizations (VOADS) on state and local levels. In addition, The Salvation Army has cooperative agreements with many other agencies to support and provide relief efforts during emergencies and disasters.