Salvation Army Emergency Lodge: Housing & Employment Assistance
The Salvation Army has served the St. Charles County community for generations, and its Emergency Lodge provides critical shelter and support for neighbors experiencing homelessness. Mary Martha Thrift Shop is proud to support the Salvation Army Emergency Lodge, with our charitable awards funding housing and employment assistance, as well as cleaning materials to keep the shelter sanitized and safe.
Shelter as a Starting Point
The Emergency Lodge offers more than a bed for the night. It provides a structured, supportive environment where neighbors experiencing homelessness can begin to rebuild. Housing assistance helps individuals secure more permanent living situations, while employment assistance helps them find and keep work — the foundation of long-term stability. Case managers work with residents to address the root causes of homelessness and connect them with ongoing support.
Keeping the shelter clean and sanitized is essential to the health and dignity of everyone who stays there. Mary Martha's awards help fund the cleaning materials that make that possible, ensuring the lodge remains a safe, welcoming place for neighbors in crisis.
Why Mary Martha Supports the Salvation Army
Our mission to serve the underserved aligns closely with the Salvation Army's long tradition of meeting human need without discrimination. The Emergency Lodge represents the front line of the fight against homelessness in St. Charles County, and we are honored to support its work.
In 2025, our charitable awards reached $217,632 across more than 30 local organizations. The Salvation Army Emergency Lodge is a vital part of that giving, helping our homeless neighbors find shelter, stability, and a path forward.
How You Can Help
You can support the Salvation Army Emergency Lodge by shopping and donating at Mary Martha Thrift Shop. Financial contributions, volunteer time, and donations of cleaning supplies are also welcome directly through the Salvation Army. To learn more about the Salvation Army's services in St. Charles and how to get involved, visit their website. Together, we are providing shelter, dignity, and hope to neighbors experiencing homelessness.