The Salvation Army of Jefferson County, Texas

Israel Gaither became The Salvation Army’s first-ever Black Salvation Army National Commander in 2006.

In addition to this landmark appointment, Commissioner Gaither is known, along with his wife, fellow Commissioner Eva Gaither, as the first-ever biracial couple to serve at The Salvation Army.

Marrying in 1967 during the Civil Rights Movement, their union was controversial to many, but their love for one another and immense bravery and dedication to their callings proved that anything is possible when you fight for what you believe is true and just.

We honor and cherish their story as part of not just the rich history of The Salvation Army, but also the rich Black History in America. ♥️

Support that arrives before a crisis becomes permanent is as crucial as support that arrives during a crisis.

For many families, that moment looks like a parent working extra hours, a child sensing the stress, and one missed paycheck threatening housing or utilities. Monthly support allows The Salvation Army to step in at that critical point, covering gaps, stabilizing households, and giving families the space to move forward.

When help is consistent, families can focus on what comes next instead of what might fall apart.

Hope leads the way because people choose to show up, month after month.

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Ensign Mabel Broome became The Salvation Army’s first Black officer in the United States in 1915.

Facing adversity from every turn during her nearly 15-year tenure as an officer, Broome is remembered for her hard work and immense bravery as a “Slum Sister”, aiding Chicago’s most impoverished communities. These communities included homeless mothers and their children, brothels and saloons, and the sick and disabled.

Her bravery and dedication to her calling will never be forgotten. ♥️

It may be the end of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, but our efforts in helping survivors don’t stop. ❤️‍🩹

Join our mission to end human trafficking in America once and for all by donating gifts and goods, raising awareness, supporting case management, and more.

Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/texas-antitrafficking

Without faith, there is no hope. Without hope, there is no faith.

Lead the way with hope as a Salvation Army Texas volunteer. ♥️

Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/texasvolunteer