The Salvation Army is an evangelical Christian organisation founded in 1865 in the British Isles. It operates as a church and a provider of social services, running social service centres, hospitals, and schools in 134 countries worldwide. Its mission combines preaching the gospel with meeting human needs without discrimination.
The organisation is supervised by trained, commissioned officers who serve as administrators, social workers, counsellors, and musicians. It is supported globally by hundreds of thousands of soldiers and volunteers. By 1875, the movement had grown to over 1,000 volunteers and evangelists.
The Salvation Army's work spans several key sectors, including social services, healthcare, and education. Its message is based on the Bible and motivated by the love of God, positioning it within the wider universal Christian Church.