The Reporter

Since the start of the recession, the business community has played an increasing role in The Salvation Army’s provision of social services.

Like a growing number of clients coming to The Salvation Army since the recession, Chris Clark once lived a relatively comfortable life.

Petrina grew up in a violent household. She was a Christchurch street kid at 12 and living with an abusive gang member at 14.

The Salvation Army’s business supporter family helps us to provide essential welfare services to Kiwis in need.

Standing guard over her sleeping daughter in an abandoned house was not the Christchurch homecoming Helena had envisaged.

With help from The Salvation Army, Keri is now building a new future for her children and herself.

The Salvation Army welcomes corporate support and reports on some effective partnerships.

Averting catastrophe and unravelling family problems is the painstaking job of The Salvation Army’s social workers and budget advisers.

The Salvation Army is there for so many families at this time of year, helping to bring joy and hope into their lives at Christmas.

Major Robbie Ross provides an update on the Christchurch earthquake response.