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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For some people, not tolerating their bullshit is enough to be translated into being treated like 'shit'.
I have never heard this about them and they do a lot to help their local communities.
Sure a lot of stuff is donated and they use volunteers, but what charity doesn't?

wetncthru · F

@justmerae: I NEVER used either the word shit or bullshit about the SA.

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@wetncthru: I was not referring to you

wetncthru · F

@justmerae: Oh, OK = thanks.

NorthernRoses · 26-30, F

@justmerae: I don't know, some of the homeless people who have spoken about the SA seem to imply that people get kicked out over the smallest of things. Then again, you can never truly trust anyone's word as people tend to lean towards their own favor... 🤔

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@NorthernRoses: I do not know it is possible.
I have help from them a couple of times for heating costs and they were not rude.
I know they do in fact pay the bell ringers it is minimum wage and of course seasonal.
They do employ people who have a hard time finding employment through their thrift stores and they have food and clothing banks. The one where I use to live had what they called "free" rummage sales, everything was free to those in the community who need the items.