The Salvation Army offers assistance to those in need through a variety of outreach efforts both in and outside of The Salvation Army Kroc Center. Additionally, The Salvation Army offers a variety of programs, services and assistance both nationally and globally that you may qualify for.

Learn about The Family Resource Center

The Family Resource Center provides emergency services to individuals, families and seniors in need who meet eligibility requirements.  Services include monthly food distribution, diapers, hygiene kits, feminine hygiene, resume review, parenting classes referrals,  partial generous scholarships to Kroc programs and more.  Emergency services are restricted to those in the Kroc Center’s service area (zip codes 91941-91946, 92105, 92115, 92119, 92120, 92182). San Diego residents outside of this service area can request emergency assistance through their local Salvation Army. All will need to provide identification, proof of all sources of income, and a utility bill for all individuals in their household.

For housing resources (shelter, rental assistance, motel vouchers), furniture vouchers, and cash aide please visit 211SanDiego.org or call 211 for access to a 24-hour confidential and comprehensive community database. 

The 211 database,  also includes services provided by other Salvation Army’s including shelter and the Adult Rehabilitation Center.

Eligibility:

The following documents are required for all members living in the residence (including roommates, extended family and non-family members):

• Identification for all members of the household
• Photo ID required for all adults
• Shot records or birth certificates for anyone in your household under 18
• Monthly current gross income for all members of the household (most recent tax return documents preferred, one month’s pay stubs, TANF/Calworks Notice of Action, child support statement, Social Security benefits statement, disability incomes, educational class schedule verification/financial aid statement, cash aid, student loans, college financial aid, food stamps award letter, unemployment benefits statement, alimony, child support income, Section 8 rent portion letter, etc.) Attach all household income verification documents to your completed application.
• Address verification (a recent utility bill such as water, gas/electricity, internet, or trash bill)