The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is a prominent international charitable organization dedicated to providing social services, humanitarian aid, and spiritual support to communities in need. Registered as a tax-exempt non-profit organization in the federal government's System for Award Management (SAM.gov), the entity operates with a mission to meet human needs without discrimination. Through federal grant sub-awards, The Salvation Army has been active in receiving funding to support critical community services, particularly in areas of emergency shelter, homeless support, and community safety initiatives.

In recent federal grant sub-awards, The Salvation Army has demonstrated expertise in managing emergency support and security enhancement programs. The organization has received sub-awards from state-level agencies like the Kentucky Department For Local Government and the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security. Specifically, these grants have supported emergency shelter operations, homeless services, and physical security improvements. Notable grant activities include utilizing Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds for shelter essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic, HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) costs, and administrative support. In a recent 2024 award, the Madisonville branch of The Salvation Army was granted funds to enhance physical security by purchasing and installing video camera surveillance systems and contracting security services, indicating the organization's multifaceted approach to community support and safety.