The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Action for a Better Community is a Community Action Agency that promotes and provides opportunity for low-income individuals and families to become self-sufficient. ABC's Head Start and Early Head Start program promotes school readiness of children ages birth to five. ABC's Head Start Program supports eight centers, two of which are run by Ibero and Volunteers of America. Currently they provide direct services to 1,435 children: 135 early Head Start children, 76 early Head Start home-based services to children and pregnant women, and 1,224 Head Start children.