We fight poverty with love

Poverty doesn't have to be permanent.

The Salvation Army helps those in need to overcome poverty through a variety of programs.

Social Service Assistance
Many families and individuals facing poverty often must make the painful choice between heating and eating - that is, they must decide whether they'll pay their bills or pay for food. Without sufficient funds, many are forced to go without a warm, nutritious meal in order to keep a roof over their head. This program assists individuals and families with food assistance, hot meals, clothing and furniture vouchers (when applicable).

Our office hours are as follows:

• Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • For fastest service, download an application form from the bottom of the page and submit your documents electronically. Walk-in queries at our office will be asked to complete the paper application and can submit documents in person. In order to be helped in a timely manner please make sure that you submit everything that is asked for on the form.

Our food pantry hours are:

• Tuesdays 10am to 12pm, Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm, Fridays 2pm to 4pm

Our hot meals are available at 1pm each weekday.

Utility Assistance

The Salvation Army Utility Assistance Program assists with R.E.A.C.H. (Dominion Energy), LEND A HAND (Rocky Mountain Power), and Project Water ASSIST (Salt Lake Corporation Water).  These programs exist is to assist the low-income, elderly, disabled, veterans, and families either catch up on past due bills, avoid shut off, or get utilities set up in a new residence.  Households qualify for assistance only once in a 12-month period.

To qualify for this program, the household must be below 150% of the 2023 Federal Poverty Line for gross monthly income.  See below.

monthly limits

You can fill out the application below at the Apply button to get started. If you have queries you can call 1-801-969-0526 leave a message stating your name, and a number where we will be able to reach you, which bill you are needing help with and how you qualify. 

Documentation Needed: 

• Photo ID for all household members over 18.
• Birth Certificates/Medicaid cards, or immunization records for all children under the age of 18.
• Proof of Income: Social Security Award letter (current year), or a bank statement showing the most recent deposit, or paycheck stubs for the last 30 days for all income earners in the household.
• Most recent copies of the utility bill(s) for which you are needing assistance.

The following requirements are specific to each Utility Company:

Dominion Energy:

• The household must be below 150% below of the federal poverty line for gross monthly income.

Rocky Mountain Power:

• Household must be below 150% of the federal poverty line for gross monthly income.

In order to qualify for the highest amount, you must also:

• Someone in the household over the age of 60.
• Veterans and Active-Duty Military families.
• Someone in the household receiving SSI/SSDI.
• A child 5 years or younger in the household.

Salt Lake City Water Corporation: Must have an active shut-off notice

• Someone in the household over the age of 60.
• Veterans and Active-Duty Military families.
• Someone in the household receiving SSI/SSDI.

Seasonal Assistance
During certain times of the year there is assistance available to meet a specific seasonally-based need. Seasonal assistance can consist of help with school supplies for the beginning of the school year, Winter Coat giveaway, a community Thanksgiving and Christmas food boxes, and toys for children in need at Christmas. Please call our general number, 801-988-4204 to ask about these programs.

To review the USDA/TEFAP Nondiscrimination Statement in English or Spanish please click here.