Shelly’s story

Shelly’s* boyfriend was an abuser - he even served time in jail for attacking her. After he was released, he convinced her it would be different. It didn’t take long for him to break that promise. While her two small children were away visiting her ex-husband over Christmas break, Shelly came looking for shelter at The Salvation Army.

Shelly’s story is all to familiar to the case managers at the shelter . According to the FBI, one in every four women will be abused by her boyfriend or husband in her lifetime. And of the over 1,700 women and children served by our shelter in 2008, over 80% of them were fleeing abuse!

But Shelly was ready to break the cycle of abuse in her life. When space came available at our domestic violence shelter, she moved in. Read more

Almost there…

Look at that total – just a little over $46,000 to go until we reach our goal! Your giving is making it possible for The Salvation Army to continue providing coats to little girls like this one (above), shelter to moms and kids fleeing domestic violence, assistance to families struggling to make ends meet – doing the most good for those who mean it most.

But we’re not there yet. With over 83 cents of each dollar you give going straight to those who need it, that $46,000 will go a long way in meeting the needs of our neighbors. So if you want to give a boost to a mom looking for a fresh start for her kids, a warm meal to a disaster victim, you can donate here or send your support to our offices at 3100 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208.

Return on Investment

Your support changes lives daily. And, Donna is living proof.

She arrived at our shelter with nothing but a suitcase. She’d left everything behind – including her abusive husband. Her company had just downsized and she’d even lost her job. Donna was in desperate need of a safe place to stay while she figured out her next step. Read more