The Salvation Army CORE VALUES

Living in Poverty in an Affluent Community

Livingston County is one of the most affluent counties in Michigan. Yet, more than a quarter of its residents struggle to pay for their basic necessities! According to the Michigan ALICE Report (2019), a study commissioned by United Way :

Faith

We choose to be brave and have faith, often going into places and circumstances others prefer to avoid.

7%

27%

Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) families have jobs but do not have the income to cover the basic necessities no less allow for savings for unforeseen emergencies such as major car repairs or illnesses. They live in both towns and rural areas. They include people of every age and demographic.

Hope

We give uplifting hope for today and for eternal salvation through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Stewardship

We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Service

We reach out with respect and compassion to meet human needs in God’s name with passion and without discrimination.

The Salvation Army has been working throughout Livingston County to enrich the lives of people like these - our community’s most vulnerable - for over 125 years, offering emergency assistance and educational, recreational, social, and spiritual activities for people of all ages, especially for children and the elderly. And, the need is growing!

The Salvation Army not only serves those with limited incomes, it is prepared to help people conquer their addictions as well as supporting the community in times of disaster with food, water, clothing, and shelter. These efforts result in a significant economic return to the community.