The Salvation Army Southern Territory
Meets Standards

Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
The Salvation Army Southern Territory meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Scope of Reporting
BBB WGA’s accreditation of the Salvation Army Southern Territory also includes all local Salvation Army offices within their jurisdiction. This includes the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Stated Purpose:
"to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination."
Year, State Incorporated:
1927, GA
Also Known As:
Salvation Army - Southern Territory
Salvation Army - Southern Territory (SAS) reports that it works to serve those within the Southern Territory, consisting of fifteen states and eight divisions. Services include the provision of shelter and emergency services, worship services, rehabilitation centers, and disaster assistance. SAS also offers Christmas assistance, education programs, and housing for veterans and the elderly.
For the year ended September 30, 2023, The Salvation Army Southern Territory's program expenses were:
Other social services | $429,461,000 |
Corps community center | $223,448,000 |
Rehabilitation center | $163,635,000 |
Residential and institutional | $150,508,000 |
Total Program Expenses | $967,052,000 |
Chief Executive
Kelly Igleheart, Territorial Commander
Compensation*
$69,351
Chair of the Board
Merle Heatwole
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
National Commander, The Salvation Army USA
Board Size
11
Paid Staff Size
9063
*2023 compensation, as reported by the organization, includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Grant proposals, Internet, Direct mail appeals, Radio, Special events, Telemarketing, Foundation grants, Print advertisements
Fundraising costs were 10% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $814,018,000, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on The Salvation Army Southern Territory's audited financial statements - consolidated for the year ended September 30, 2023.
Source of Funds
Contributions | $319,571,000 |
Investment income, net | $228,013,000 |
In-kind contributions | $205,723,000 |
Sales | $165,372,000 |
Fees and grants from government agencies | $126,622,000 |
Legacies and bequests | $91,821,000 |
Pledges at present value | $30,500,000 |
Program service fees | $23,689,000 |
Special events, net | $20,279,000 |
Federated fundraising organizations | $19,502,000 |
Other income | $7,889,000 |
Total Income | $1,238,981,000 |
Programs: 82% Fundraising: 7% Administrative: 11%
Total Income | $1,238,981,000 |
Total expenses: | $1,175,354,000 |
Program expenses | $967,052,000 |
Fundraising expenses | $81,471,000 |
Administrative expenses | $126,831,000 |
Other expenses | $0 |
Income in Excess of Expenses | $63,627,000 |
Beginning Net Assets | $3,785,015,000 |
Other Changes In Net Assets | $122,308,000 |
Ending Net Assets | $3,970,950,000 |
Total Liabilities | $753,184,000 |
Total Assets | $4,724,134,000 |
Note 1: As noted in the above financial section, "other changes in net assets" refers to split-interest agreements ($50,001,000), retirement related activity other than net periodic benefit cost ($43,377,000), and gain on sale/disposition of land, buildings, and equipment ($28,930,000).
Note 2: According to SAS' audited financial statements - consolidated - for the year ended September 30, 2023, the organization received $205,723,000 in contributed goods and services including thrift store sales, net ($69,631,000), angel tree donations ($53,732,000), food ($50,627,000) other ($13,189,000), real estate and office space ($12,700,000), clothing ($3,378,000), services ($1,415,000), gift cards ($800,000), school supplies ($208,000), medical supplies ($37,000), and vehicles ($6,000).
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