The Salvation Army is calling on an army of volunteers to stand up for their communities by donating to support people facing hardship across Aotearoa. Oamaru Salvation Army major Jocelyn Smith said this year’s 2026 Red Shield Appeal theme, It Takes an Army, recognised the collective effort behind The Salvation Army’s frontline services. She said they relied on an army of volunteers who gave up their time, an army of collectors on the streets and an army of everyday New Zealanders willing to give what they could when they saw a red shield. The Red Shield Appeal nationwide helps fund essential community-based services, including food support and kai plans, budgeting and financial mentoring, hardship grants, addiction services, supported accommodation and ongoing support for people facing financial stress.…