Help us help The Salvation Army do the most good in our community, by donating generously every time you see a Salvation Army Red Kettle. 

Local Red Kettle Campaign Donations stay here in the National Capital Area, supporting Salvation Army programs in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William, Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, as well as in the District.

The Salvation Army is committed to Doing the Most Good through a wide array of social services and help for those in need, our friends and our neighbors. 

Visit The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command’s website at www.SalArmyDC.org. or to Donate $5 NOW: TEXT SA TO 501501

Are you ready for an emergency?

Would you know what’s happened, where to go and what to do? It’s simple and easy to get prepared for an emergency, and now is the time. September is National Preparedness Month, so take time this season to make sure you and your loved ones are prepared. Capitalert is a collection of free, emergency alert systems provided by the local governments in the National Capital Region. Anyone can sign to get emergency alerts and information via cell phone and email. It’s also possible to customize the alerts you receive, choosing to get notifications about everything from severe weather and traffic to major events like natural disasters or terrorist attacks. Each alert is delivered in short text messages, though email alerts often include fuller details about the emergency including what to do and where to go next. Signing up for these emergency alerts is a quick and easy way to make sure you and your family have fast, reliable information to both manage day-to-day activities and protect yourselves during a major emergency. Know how to protect yourself and your family during emergencies with instant, mobile alerts from Capitalert. Sign up for free at http://www.capitalert.gov