The Salvation Army - New London, CT

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the ongoing importance of unity, justice, and care for one another.

Today, we honor this history and reaffirm our commitment to serving every neighbor with compassion and respect.

Honoring the flag. Celebrating unity. Serving with hope.

Happy Flag Day!

This past Thursday, guests gathered at Stone Acres Farm for a night of fellowship, inspiration, and generosity as we celebrated the incredible young people whose lives are being impacted through the Red Shield Youth Center.

We were also honored to recognize several students as they celebrated their graduation milestones, marking an exciting new chapter in their journeys.

Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make this special evening possible.

Camp is almost here! ☀️🌲

In just a few weeks, campers will be heading to Camp CONNRI for a summer filled with new friendships, outdoor adventures, faith-building moments, and memories they’ll carry with them long after camp ends.

To learn more visit: ctri.salvationarmy.org

National Donut Day 2026 was a tremendous success across Connecticut & Rhode Island! Salvation Army officers, staff, and volunteers spent the day delivering donuts and words of appreciation to veterans, first responders, healthcare workers, community partners, and community members throughout the state.

Every stop was an opportunity to share the story of the Donut Lassies and continue a tradition that began more than 100 years ago on the front lines of World War I.

Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate, serve, and spread a little joy along the way. We loved seeing the smiles, hearing the stories, and honoring those who serve our communities every day.

Thank you again to Lyman Orchards!

Until next year, Donut Day! 🍩❤️

Another successful Donut Day is in the books, thanks to the generosity of our community partners. A heartfelt thank you to Lyman Orchards for donating 700 fresh donuts, helping us celebrate this cherished Salvation Army tradition in a meaningful way. Salvation Army officers from across Connecticut picked up their donuts this morning and will be sharing them with veterans at VA hospitals throughout the state.

As we celebrate, we also honor the legacy of The Salvation Army's Donut Lassies. During World War I, these courageous women served alongside soldiers near the front lines, providing comfort, encouragement, and of course, fresh donuts. What began as a simple gesture of care more than a century ago has grown into the National Donut Day tradition we continue today.

Today is about more than donuts. It's about remembering those who served, honoring those who continue to serve, and sharing a moment of kindness with our veterans. We're proud to carry on that tradition and grateful to everyone helping make it possible.

Happy National Donut Day! 🍩❤️

Did you know this sweet tradition began with The Salvation Army? During World War I, Salvation Army “Donut Lassies” served donuts to soldiers as a simple reminder of home, comfort, and hope.

Today, we celebrate that legacy of love, service, and joy — one donut at a time

We are honored to recognize The Mohegan Tribe as our Horizon Sponsor and leading sponsor of the Growing Beyond Gala.

Their generous support plays a major role in bringing this event to life and strengthening the work we do for individuals and families in our community. We are sincerely thankful for their partnership and their belief in this mission.

Tickets are sold out, but you can still support the cause by donating here:
https://salarmy.us/GrowingBeyond

We are deeply grateful to Linda Mariani and David Neusner, our Canopy Sponsor for the Growing Beyond Gala.

Your kindness and generosity help provide strength, shelter, and hope to those who need it most. Thank you for helping us make this special evening possible.

Our event is sold out, but there is still an opportunity to give:
https://salarmy.us/GrowingBeyond

Thank you to Mitchell College, one of our Cultivation Sponsors for the Growing Beyond Gala.

Your support helps plant seeds of hope and opportunity throughout our community. We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to helping others grow beyond their circumstances.

Tickets are sold out, but donations are still welcome:
https://salarmy.us/GrowingBeyond