February

2/21 Providing Meals for Those in Need in Baltimore

January

1/15 25 Years of Hope: Luther James and the Salvation Army’s Mission to Feed the Homeless

For 25 years, Luther James has led the Salvation Army FeedMore Program, bringing hot meals and a glimmer of hope to those struggling on the streets. Today, we joined his food truck as it rolled out once more, cutting through the icy wind to serve the city’s most vulnerable.

As the truck’s horn echoed through the streets, a silent yet urgent line began to form—men, women, and the elderly, all waiting patiently for a simple but precious meal: steaming chicken fried rice, crispy spring rolls, and a bowl of hot soup. For many, this was the first warm food they had tasted in days.

Among them was an elderly Korean woman who, upon receiving her meal, wept openly. Desperation laced her voice as she begged for a job, even asking if she could come home with us. Luther gently encouraged her to seek government assistance, but she whispered her hardships and quickly disappeared into the night, leaving behind a weight of unspoken sorrow.

The freezing temperatures had already claimed too many lives. Those who survived told us that simply waking up each morning, with even the faintest hope of a hot meal, felt like a luxury. Their words left a deep mark, especially on two young volunteers, Stella and Henry, who were witnessing this brutal reality for the first time. They finally understood what it meant when people said that, for some, survival itself is the greatest dream.

As we packed up for the night, we realized that what we had given was more than just food—it was a small beacon of hope. Yet, in our hearts, a question remained: After 25 years, how much has changed? And how much more must we do?