Salvation Army hitting streets again this weekend to provide cold weather relief to homeless
San Antonio, TX –The Salvation Army will hit the streets to provide cold weather relief to displaced individuals on Saturday and Sunday. The Salvation Army’s Rapid Response Unit (mobile feeding truck) will be positioned just west of downtown at 11:30 a.m. each day as the group will distribute sack lunches, blankets, winter clothes, hygiene kits and other items to the homeless. They will also encourage individuals to go to local shelters, such as The Salvation Army, to seek additional relief from the cold.
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 and Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day
WHERE: Area of Frio Road and Houston Street intersection (west of downtown).
WHO: The Salvation Army
WHAT: Distribution of sack lunches, warm beverages, blankets, winter clothes, hygiene kits, dog food and other items to brave the cold
Please note: Look for The Salvation Army truck. We will possibly drive or walk to other nearby locations depending on foot traffic/parking.
The Salvation Army will open the lobbies of the Emergency Family Shelter and the Dave Coy Center for the public to seek relief and will remain open 24 hours. Anyone wanting to get out of the cold is welcome to come to any of these locations:
Emergency Family Shelter
515 W Elmira
Dave Coy Center
226 Nolan St
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About The Salvation Army Area Command
The Salvation Army has been serving the San Antonio community since 1889, providing emergency shelter and transitional housing for men, women and families experiencing homelessness. The Salvation Army also helps in crisis situations to prevent homelessness. Working to develop today’s youth The Salvation Army operates the Red Shield Youth Center for children ages 6-18.