The Salvation Army, since 1931 has served the community and continues its work to support the most vulnerable in the community, bolstered by a series of donations from the Canadian Lyford Cay Foundation totalling more than $460,000.

The lingering socio-economic devastation wrought by Hurricane Dorian, coupled with the economic fallout of the ongoing health crisis has led to a new population of families and individuals facing unemployment and financial hardships. Recent data from the National Insurance Board showed that thousands of Bahamians are currently unemployed and receiving National Insurance benefits. Since March 2020, The Salvation Army has assisted more than 14,360 people.

“This year we have seen an unprecedented level of need, however thanks to the invaluable donations from the public and organizations like The Canadian Lyford Cay Foundation, we have been able to amplify our efforts to support the thousands of Bahamians who are experiencing difficult financial times due to the global pandemic,” stated Melanease Coakley, Salvation Army Associate Community Relations Director.

The Bahamas Salvation Army’s reach extends through the entire archipelago, supporting individuals with groceries, food and prescription vouchers in New Providence, Grand Bahama, Long Island, Crooked Island, Acklins & Long Cay, South Andros, Inagua, Mayaguana, and Cat Island.

The public can continue to support the Salvation Army through financial donations or by purchasing and donating food and personal items. To learn more about the Salvation Army’s work or to make a difference in the lives of those in your community, visit salvationarmybahamas.org or call The Salvation Army at 393-2340.

Need has no season – A Salvation Army team member prepares food and prescription vouchers to be distributed to more than 14,000 individuals as a part of The Bahamas Salvation Army’s Covid-19 relief initiative.