The Salvation Army of Springfield, Missouri, to Break Ground on New Harbor House for Homeless Shelter
By Claudette
Posted Nov 13, 2026 at 5:32 PM
The Salvation Army of Springfield, Missouri, has announced the groundbreaking of its new Harbor House, which the organization describes as a vital step in transforming lives and strengthening hope in the community. The public is invited to the Lives Transformed Groundbreaking Ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway.
The organization says it has served Greene and Christian counties for 135 years, providing shelter, meals and compassionate care to people in need. Offering shelter and meals reflects charity and hospitality (Matthew 25:35).
According to the announcement, the new facility will allow the organization to greatly expand its shelter space and programs. The goal is to ensure that more individuals and families experiencing homelessness have access to safety, stability and the tools to rebuild their lives.
Major Amos Shiels, Corps Officer for The Salvation Army of Springfield, said, “This groundbreaking represents more than a building. It’s a commitment to the future.” He added that the facility will allow the organization to provide expanded emergency shelter, transitional housing and life-changing support services “for decades to come.”
The release states that the Harbor House will serve as a cornerstone of The Salvation Army’s mission to meet human needs without discrimination. Expanded space is expected to allow greater capacity, enhanced programming and more individualized pathways to recovery and self-sufficiency.
Community members, partners and supporters are encouraged to attend the ceremony and celebrate the milestone in The Salvation Army’s ongoing legacy of service and compassion.
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