Our Stories
Meeting needs and providing
hope in the community since 1935
Love Beyond Walls
She was the apple of her father’s eyes, always following him around wherever he goes. But all that changed when her father was incarcerated. Not only did the father-daughter duo had to cope with the pain of separation, they also had mountains of struggles and obstacles to overcome to see one another again.
Read this father-daughter duo’s story and find out about their journey towards reunion and reconciliation.
Love Beyond Work
Did you know that Anita Fam, the current President of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS), was also a beneficiary of The Salvation Army? On top of her core duties, she channels her passion for volunteerism into her everyday actions.
“When you become aware of help needed around you, the next step is to be proactive. Can something be done or be done better? Offer to do it if you think that will help someone.”
Read on to find out more about her mindset and volunteerism philosophy.
Love Beyond Borders
After decades of hard work, John, 64 years old, thought he could finally retire and enjoy the fruits of his labour. He moved to Thailand and started a small business with a trusted friend.
“My life savings were stolen from me and I lived like a refugee!”
Read on about John’s story.
They are a band of brothers who journeyed the past decade together.
Read about the relationship between Augustine Tee, The Salvation Army’s Deputy Director, Residential Services, Children and Youth Group, and his former residents of
the children’s home, Marcus and Matthias. They look up to Augustine and affectionately call him “kor”, the Chinese dialect for “brother”.
Love Beyond Nationalities
On 14 April 2022, a Chinese National was slashed about 40 times by her estranged husband in Singapore. The attack not only left her with serious physical injuries but
also scarred her mentally and emotionally.
“When I was enveloped by hopelessness and despire, they (volunteers from The Salvation Army) were the helping hands, my light in the darkness.”
Love Beyond Boardroom
The Salvation Army draws on the invaluable expertise and experience of our Board. Their commitment to serve the vulnerable in Singapore guides us to go over and beyond, showing love, care, and compassion to fellow mankind.
Read on to find out how The Salvation Army’s Board loves beyond!
Love Beyond Sacrifices
In 1935, Commissioner Herbert Lord started The Salvation Army in Singapore. When war broke in Europe, he and his officers began preparing for emergencies, providing food and medical care, taking in the sick and wounded.
Read on how Brigadier Herbert Lord’s faith and courage encouraged and inspired the prisoners through the dark times.
Love Beyond Ages
“I see them to be like my own parents. They need a lot of encouragement to take a new step forward at their age.” Amy, a staff at The Salvation Army’s Peacehaven Nursing Home, shared.
Aside offering professional medical and nursing care, read here to find out how Peacehaven Nursing Home helped the elderly in their care feel at home.
Love Beyond Homes & Schools
Did you know that 1 in every 3 youth in Singapore face mental health issues?
“Youths today face many different struggles. We want to provide a safe place for interaction with one another, to talk to our team of trained youth workers and in turn
receive guidance to find solutions to improve their mental and spiritual well-being,” said Lt Elizabeth Zachariah, Youth and Children Officer, Singapore District.
