Nonprofit profile

Cause:Community health care

Mission:Founded in 1977, SAWSO provides technical and financial assistance in a variety of community-based programs and works through the Army's worldwide network of personnel and facilities in 127 countries. Program areas include disaster relief and recovery, education, empowerment and livelihoods, and public health. SAWSO also works toward increasing the capacity of Salvation Army personnel to develop and implement effective programs to alleviate poverty.

Geographic areas served:North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia