The Salvation Army of Memphis & The Mid-South

Founded in London in 1865, The Salvation Army quickly circled the globe, going into the streets to minister to the poor and destitute and now serves in 127 countries.

Five local churches worked together to bring the Army to Memphis and services began on October 18, 1900.

Over the next several decades, The Salvation Army grew rapidly. Programs evolved to meet changing needs but remained focused on “Sharing God’s love by serving others” and continue to meet critical needs at the point of need.

Opened in 2000, The Purdue Center of Hope is the largest provider of shelter and services to homeless women and children in Memphis and the Mid-South. We provide addiction recovery, job placements and permanent housing are just some of the outcomes.