A Welcome Message from our Officers
Dear Friends,
September 2012 marks the 125th year of The Salvation Army's presence in Ada County. During it's local tenure, The Salvation Army has provided help to hundreds of thousands of Idahoans in need. Today, the Army provides crisis aid, food, clothing, furniture, utility bill assistance, a school for pregnant and parenting teens, a center for worship, and emergency and transitional housing. We remain grateful for the continued generosity of our community in assisting those less fortunate. We welcome your visit to our website, where you'll see how The Salvation Army is meeting the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of struggling families and individuals through a variety of programs and services.
Sincerely,
Captain John Stennett, Boise Corps Officer and Treasure Valley Coordinator
Welcome to the home page for The Salvation Army of the Treasure Valley in Idaho. Our service area includes Boise, Caldwell and Nampa, as well as outlying locations in Ada and Canyon Counties.
NEWS AND CURRENT EVENTS
Harvest Gala Event Page
National Donut Day is June 1 - Have a Free Donut
Come and celebrate the 75th anniversary of this day established by The Salvation Army in 1938 to help raise much-needed funds during the Great Depression. In doing so, the Army honored Salvation Army "donut lassies" who fed the tasty treat to American soldiers during World War I. Donuts became synonymous with The Salvation Army, as well as the American soldiers who returned home with the nickname, "doughboys."
Family Thrift Store, 4308 W State Street, Boise, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM: Grand Opening of New Women's Boutique, free donut to shoppers.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, 1525 N Eagle Road, Meridian, 5:30 AM to 10:00 PM: Krispy Kreme will give away a free donut and Salvation Army volunteers will be on hand from 8:00 AM to noon to help raise awareness of our programs.
National Salvation Army Week – May 14 to 20
We are pleased to announce Governor Butch Otter's recognition of The Salvation Army Week in Boise-Ada County. Scroll to the bottom of the page to download the official proclamation by the Office of the Governor.
The Army on YouTube
View our slide show video of photos "Then and Now" via The Salvation Army - Boise's YouTube page.
We've Unveiled our Amazon Non-Profit Wish List
Donating new items to The Salvation Army has never been easier! Check out our new non-profit "wish list" at Amazon.com. (Select "Find a Wish List" in the upper right and type in "Salvation Army Boise.") At present, you can donate purchases to Programs and Services or the Harvest Gala auction. Thanks for helping us meet the needs of those less fortunate.
Summer Camp and Vacation Bible School: It's time to Register!
July 11 - 16, 2012: Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen in Boring, Oregon hosts weeklong overnight camping experiences for youth. Nestled among the pines, this camp offers a variety of fun activities promoting friendship, while building self-esteem, outdoor and leadership skills and biblical knowledge. Current openings are for ages 8 to 12, and transportation and meals are provided.
August 9 - 11, 2012: Let your kids shine at Rocky Point Lighthouse bible school. Kids in grades K through six participate in hands-on team-building games, sing cool Bible songs and experience active Bible adventures.
Visit our Treasure Valley Calendar page to download more information about these youth events.
Celebrating Our 125th Anniversary
On March 7, a crowd of more than 160 community supporters, staff, soldiers of the Boise Corps and Cascade Division's Salvation Army Officers gathered at the iconic Boise Train Depot to sing "happy birthday" to The Salvation Army of Ada County. Festivities included an ensemble of Cascade Division's traditional brass band; a musical performance by Boise Corps Moonbeams (a character building troop program for young girls); original poetry read by a Marian Pritchett School student; and a generously sized cake provided by local specialty bakery Pastry Perfection. »More
Report: Growing Up in a Downturn
A report released earlier this spring by The Salvation Army USA discusses the increased demand for youth services as the recession's effects strain families. Scroll to the bottom of the page to read the full report.
Harvest Gala—Save the Date!
We're making plans for the September 13th **New Date** Harvest Gala dinner and silent auction. See our Treasure Valley Calendar and download an informational flyer. Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are available. Harvest Gala Event page
The Salvation Army World-wide
With the addition of Mongolia and Kuwait, The Salvation Army is now established in 117 countries! Click here for more details.
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