06/19/2026
As we continue serving our community in the 141st year of our ministry in the Scranton area, we pause to thank God for the opportunity to walk alongside our neighbors in times of need. ❤️
From October 1, 2025, through June 18, 2026, The Salvation Army Scranton Citadel Corps has opened 1,112 cases and served 1,023 unduplicated households through practical assistance, compassionate care, and community support.
📊 Ministry Impact:
🥫 568 households received groceries through our Choice Food Pantry
💡 695 households received utility assistance
🏠 32 households received housing assistance
🤝 49 households received case management services
🔗 1,066 referrals were made to community resources
👕 Clothing assistance was provided as needed
Through 4,508 interview sessions, our team has had the privilege of listening, encouraging, praying with, and assisting individuals and families facing challenges.
Together, we have served:
👨👩👧👦 738 family households
👩 219 women
👨 115 men
🧒 1,211 children under age 18
🧑 1,382 adults ages 18–59
👵 449 adults age 60 and older
This ministry is carried out by a small team of just two staff members, dedicated volunteers, and two Salvation Army Officers. Through God's provision and the faithful support of donors, volunteers, community partners, and friends, lives are being touched every day.
As we look ahead, our commitment to serving the Scranton area remains strong. These statistics do not include our Christmas Assistance Program, which provided additional support to families during the holiday season. They also represent only a portion of the ministry taking place through The Salvation Army.
➡️ In the months ahead, we will continue meeting critical needs through our Choice Food Pantry, utility assistance, emergency rental and housing assistance, case management, referrals, and spiritual care.
🏕️ We are also excited to send approximately 40 young people from our community to summer camp, where they will experience adventure, friendship, personal growth, and the love of Jesus Christ in a life-changing environment.
These numbers are more than statistics—they represent people, families, stories, struggles, victories, and hope. Every conversation, every referral, every grocery order, every utility payment, and every child sent to camp is an opportunity to share God's love in practical ways.
Thank you for helping us continue to meet human needs in His name without discrimination as we move forward together in Year 141 of ministry in the Scranton area. ❤️
The Salvation Army Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Division
