{"id":9690,"date":"2025-10-23T19:28:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T19:28:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/?page_id=9690"},"modified":"2026-09-04T16:26:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T16:26:19","slug":"volunteer-with-us-copy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/index.php\/volunteer-with-us-copy\/","title":{"rendered":"Volunteer With Us &#8211; Copy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"9690\" class=\"elementor elementor-9690\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4582c1f5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4582c1f5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" 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data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63c46eb4 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63c46eb4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For generations, volunteers have been the heartbeat of The Salvation Army&#8217;s ministry and service.\u00a0Through Emergency Disaster Services, trained and credentialed volunteers step forward when crisis strikes\u2014bringing hope, help, and healing to communities when they need it most. Their compassion, commitment, and readiness make our mission possible every day.<\/p><p><strong>Join us in serving hope\u2014become an Emergency Disaster Services volunteer today.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-786fcf6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"786fcf6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-6e854bb\" data-id=\"6e854bb\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e07b9f elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"3e07b9f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-quote-left\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M464 256h-80v-64c0-35.3 28.7-64 64-64h8c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24V56c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24h-8c-88.4 0-160 71.6-160 160v240c0 26.5 21.5 48 48 48h128c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48V304c0-26.5-21.5-48-48-48zm-288 0H96v-64c0-35.3 28.7-64 64-64h8c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24V56c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24h-8C71.6 32 0 103.6 0 192v240c0 26.5 21.5 48 48 48h128c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48V304c0-26.5-21.5-48-48-48z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-f02dbc6\" data-id=\"f02dbc6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-afbbe4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"afbbe4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>&#8220;It\u2019s just been fantastic. It&#8217;s been a wonderful opportunity. I would encourage anybody. Make yourself available. You never know the answer you might be to someone else&#8217;s need.&#8221;<br \/><br \/><\/h4><p>Renee Moore (volunteer in Ocala, Florida)<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd2e607 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"dd2e607\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fb48b0e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fb48b0e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7c52232\" data-id=\"7c52232\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d4d5a9 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"0d4d5a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.salarmyeds.org\/volunteer\/new\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Begin Your Volunteer Journey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3882eb3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3882eb3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><h3>Become a Credentialed Volunteer<\/h3><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8313e23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8313e23\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When emergencies and disasters happen, trained volunteers help The Salvation Army bring practical support, compassionate care, and hope to people in need. 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data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d8d0bc0 elementor-view-stacked elementor-shape-circle elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"d8d0bc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-id-badge\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M336 0H48C21.5 0 0 21.5 0 48v416c0 26.5 21.5 48 48 48h288c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48V48c0-26.5-21.5-48-48-48zM144 32h96c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16h-96c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16s7.2-16 16-16zm48 128c35.3 0 64 28.7 64 64s-28.7 64-64 64-64-28.7-64-64 28.7-64 64-64zm112 236.8c0 10.6-10 19.2-22.4 19.2H102.4C90 416 80 407.4 80 396.8v-19.2c0-31.8 30.1-57.6 67.2-57.6h5c12.3 5.1 25.7 8 39.8 8s27.6-2.9 39.8-8h5c37.1 0 67.2 25.8 67.2 57.6v19.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76400b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76400b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5>CONNECT LOCALLY<\/h5><p><span style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Partner with your local Salvation Army team to complete next steps and become ready to serve as a deployable EDS volunteer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salvationarmyusa.org\/location-finder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find your local Salvation Army here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-44b66e3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"44b66e3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c737775\" data-id=\"c737775\" 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data-widget_type=\"eael-testimonial-slider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n        <div class=\"swiper-container-wrap swiper-container-wrap-dots-outside eael-testimonial-slider simple-layout\" id=\"eael-testimonial-29a99cd\">\n\t\t\t            <div class=\"swiper swiper-8 eael-testimonial-slider-main swiper-container-29a99cd\" data-pagination=\".swiper-pagination-29a99cd\" data-arrow-next=\".swiper-button-next-29a99cd\" data-arrow-prev=\".swiper-button-prev-29a99cd\" data-items=\"1\" data-items-tablet=\"1\" data-items-mobile=\"1\" data-slide-items=\"1\" data-slide-items-tablet=\"1\" data-slide-items-mobile=\"1\" data-margin=\"10\" data-effect=\"slide\" data-speed=\"3516\" data-loop=\"1\" data-dots=\"1\" data-autoplay_speed=\"4817\" data-pause-on-hover=\"true\">\n\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item clearfix swiper-slide  eael-testimonial-align-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item-inner clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-testimonial-image\">\n\t\t\t            <figure>\n                                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/2025-July-TX-Floods-Hogue-02021-scaled.jpg?ssl=1\" alt=\"\">\n            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content \" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"eael-testimonial-user\">Linda Dowell<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"eael-testimonial-user-company\">Linda has volunteered with The Salvation Army since 2003 and currently serves on the Advisory Board for her local Salvation Army. She volunteers locally and with EDS and has deployed on canteen crews and as an emotional and spiritual care specialist. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-text \"><p>I love being a Salvation Army Volunteer because we get to be the hands and feet of Jesus helping people in their time of need.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"eael-testimonial-quote\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item clearfix swiper-slide  eael-testimonial-align-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item-inner clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-testimonial-image\">\n\t\t\t            <figure>\n                                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Kelly-Adamczyk-Georgia.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\">\n            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content \" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"eael-testimonial-user\">Kelly Adamczyk\u200b<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"eael-testimonial-user-company\">Kelly has deployed most recently in response to Hurricane Idalia and recently transitioned from a volunteer to a Salvation Army employee.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-text \"><p>What hooked me and will always keep me coming back are the people. For volunteers, the mission is always the same -- to help in a time of need. And I love driving the big truck!<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"eael-testimonial-quote\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item clearfix swiper-slide  eael-testimonial-align-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item-inner clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-testimonial-image\">\n\t\t\t            <figure>\n                                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hartfield_Idalia_Perry_-59-John-Tenuto-scaled.jpg?ssl=1\" alt=\"\">\n            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content \" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"eael-testimonial-user\">John Tenuto\u200b<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"eael-testimonial-user-company\">John is a retired Orange County, Florida fire lieutenant and has been a volunteer with The Salvation Army since 2020.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-text \"><p>You're putting out a good meal for people out there that don't have anything, they have nothing at all, no power, no water. They really, they don't think anybody cares, and we show up. Here we are, we show up and it puts a smile on their face.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"eael-testimonial-quote\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item clearfix swiper-slide  eael-testimonial-align-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-item-inner clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-testimonial-image\">\n\t\t\t            <figure>\n                                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Wests_Georgia-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\">\n            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content \" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"eael-testimonial-user\">Steve West<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"eael-testimonial-user-company\">Steve West and his wife, Karen, are longstanding and devoted volunteers who regularly deploy on disaster assignments throughout the Southern Territory.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-testimonial-text \"><p>\"I love what The Salvation Army stands for. \u201cDoing the Most Good\u201d-- that about sums it up. It\u2019s all about serving others in their time of need.\"<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"eael-testimonial-quote\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t            <!-- Add Pagination -->\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-29a99cd\"><\/div>\n\t\t            <\/div>\n\t\t\t        <\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-18f4a9f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"18f4a9f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-edff6e0\" data-id=\"edff6e0\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ea70cf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ea70cf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-345ed7b\" data-id=\"345ed7b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-092f8ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"092f8ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0846491 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"0846491\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-0846491\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"0846491\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-volunteer-opportunities-are-available\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8671\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What volunteer opportunities are available?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8671\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"what-volunteer-opportunities-are-available\"><p>There are many ways to serve during a disaster response. Volunteers may prepare and serve meals, provide emotional and spiritual care, distribute supplies, sort donated goods, or assemble kits in our warehouses. Those with specialized skills can also support critical areas such as administration, logistics, communications, mechanics, and other operational needs. Whether you prefer working directly with people or helping behind the scenes, there is a meaningful place for you to serve.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"do-i-need-previous-disaster-response-experience-to-volunteer\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8672\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Do I need previous disaster response experience to volunteer?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8672\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"do-i-need-previous-disaster-response-experience-to-volunteer\"><p>Not at all! Many of our most dedicated volunteers started with absolutely no disaster experience. If you have a heart for helping others and a willingness to learn, there&#8217;s a place for you on our team!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-credentialed-volunteer\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8673\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What does it mean to be a credentialed volunteer?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8673\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-credentialed-volunteer\"><p>Being credentialed means you have completed the steps needed to serve as an Emergency Disaster Services volunteer. This includes creating your volunteer profile, completing required training, passing a background check, and connecting with your local Salvation Army team. Once credentialed, you are prepared to serve beyond your local area on disaster response assignments when needed.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"are-there-age-requirements-to-volunteer-\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8674\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Are there age requirements to volunteer? <\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8674\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"are-there-age-requirements-to-volunteer-\"><p>Most volunteer roles are designed for adults. However, younger volunteers may be able to participate in select opportunities with parental consent and appropriate supervision. In some cases, youth groups, scouting groups, and similar organizations may also be able to serve through approved volunteer activities.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-happens-after-i-complete-my-volunteer-profile\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8675\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What happens after I complete my volunteer profile?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8675\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"what-happens-after-i-complete-my-volunteer-profile\"><p>After you complete your volunteer profile, a local Salvation Army representative will contact you with next steps. You will learn about upcoming training opportunities, volunteer events, and ways to get involved.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"do-i-need-special-training-to-volunteer-\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8676\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Do I need special training to volunteer? <\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8676\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-labelledby=\"do-i-need-special-training-to-volunteer-\"><p>Yes. We provide the training you need to feel confident, prepared, and ready to serve. Some volunteer roles require only a few introductory courses, while others include opportunities for more advanced training and continued growth. Learn more about available courses and upcoming training opportunities on <a href=\"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/index.php\/training\/\">our training page.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"how-much-time-should-i-expect-to-serve\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8677\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">How much time should I expect to serve?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8677\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-labelledby=\"how-much-time-should-i-expect-to-serve\"><p>We know every volunteer\u2019s schedule is different. Some opportunities may last a few hours or a weekend, while deployments that require you to travel away from home are typically 14 days. No matter how much time you can give, your service can make a meaningful difference for people in need.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"can-i-volunteer-without-serving-a-full-two-week-deployment-or-leaving-my-local-area\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8678\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Can I volunteer without serving a full two-week deployment or leaving my local area?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8678\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-labelledby=\"can-i-volunteer-without-serving-a-full-two-week-deployment-or-leaving-my-local-area\"><p>Yes! There are many ways to serve without committing to a full deployment. You can support local Salvation Army projects, help prepare your community before a disaster, or assist with local response efforts when emergencies happen. In some cases, deployment opportunities may also be shorter than 14 days.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-should-i-expect-during-a-14-day-disaster-deployment-\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8679\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What should I expect during a 14-day disaster deployment?  <\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8679\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-labelledby=\"what-should-i-expect-during-a-14-day-disaster-deployment-\"><p>During a disaster deployment, volunteers serve as part of a coordinated response team supporting affected communities. Your daily responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the operation, but you can expect long days, changing conditions, and meaningful opportunities to provide practical assistance, care, and hope to people in crisis. Before you deploy, you will receive information about your assignment, travel, lodging, expectations, and any required preparations.<br \/><br \/>Want to learn more? Watch our <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/CGl01uicA30?si=ihgvtBH1YdqAnblu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brief deployment overview video.\u00a0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"how-will-i-know-when-volunteer-help-is-needed\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-86710\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">How will I know when volunteer help is needed?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-86710\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-labelledby=\"how-will-i-know-when-volunteer-help-is-needed\"><p>Staying connected with your local Salvation Army is the best way to learn about volunteer needs. When emergencies or disasters happen, you may receive updates by email, text message, phone call, or the volunteer portal as opportunities become available.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-is-safe-from-harm-and-why-is-it-required\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-86711\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><h3 class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What is Safe From Harm, and why is it required?<\/h3><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-86711\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-labelledby=\"what-is-safe-from-harm-and-why-is-it-required\"><p>The Salvation Army is committed to keeping children and vulnerable adults Safe From Harm! Safe From Harm is The Salvation Army\u2019s safety training program focused on protecting children and vulnerable adults. All personnel\u2014including volunteers, employees, and officers\u2014complete this training to learn how to prevent abuse, follow Salvation Army policies and procedures, and respond appropriately to concerns or allegations. Personnel are also screened before serving in roles that involve children or vulnerable adults.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3d957d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d3d957d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Volunteers in Action<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c7687b elementor-grid-4 elementor-grid-tablet-2 elementor-grid-mobile-1 elementor-posts--thumbnail-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-posts\" data-id=\"0c7687b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/index.php\/2026\/05\/12\/st-petersburg-eds-team-responds-rapidly-to-campus-fire\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-10840 wp-image-10840\" alt=\"Volunteers Respond to Campus Fire\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?w=1168&amp;ssl=1 1168w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?resize=767%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 767w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?resize=768%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salarmyeds.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Campus-Fire-Photo.jpeg?resize=1151%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/index.php\/2026\/05\/12\/st-petersburg-eds-team-responds-rapidly-to-campus-fire\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tSt. Petersburg EDS Team Responds Rapidly to Campus Fire\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h6>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__meta-data\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-post-date\">\n\t\t\tMay 12, 2026\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-10758 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-response category-volunteers 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