Apparently the Salvation Army treats homeless people like shit?

Someone told me not to donate to them recently because of this, and I had to do some research because I mean, you can't trust someone on just their word. Apparently, according to multiple sources, the Salvation Army don't seem to care much about the people they are out there to help...

Anyone know more about this here? Also, anyone know any alternative charities for homeless people?

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wetncthru · F

I have heard from several sources they are more/most concerned with generating income from their properties ... as paid directly in the form of their homeless clients benefits going directly to the SA and the client getting what is left. 99% of the food/clothes they give out are donated. The footsoldirs/tin shakers are unpaid volunteers. An "effective" business model? Oh yes, I think so. But for whom? Follow the money!!!!

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@wetncthru: They do pay the people here?

wetncthru · F

@justmerae: Oh the fat cat bosses of charities rarely perish from malnutrition, hypothermia or having to fly tourist class.