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FEBRUARY 2018 | 17 One of the largest providers of human services on the planet, The Salvation Army operates in 129 countries, running orphanages, hospitals, schools for the deaf and blind, and working to oppose human trafficking, among other things. Because it touches so many services and lives — and has for so long — those who wear the Army’s uniform are often sought out and thanked. “Somebody will come up to you in the store and say, ‘My brother graduated from the drug treatment program and I will forever be grateful to The Salvation Army for it,’” said Major Dihle. “As the person wearing the uniform, I’m grateful to the people who have gone before me who have been faithful in their service and have really honored the mission of The Salvation Army.” Stretching back 125 years to Captain McIntyre and The Road to Ruin Saloon, The Salvation Army of Arizona has made a significant impact on the state. “We have a long history of doing things and moving on,” said Colonel Hogan. “We don’t know what the next need is, but we do know this: If we’re called on, we’re going to make a difference. And we’re going to do it as quickly and as well as we can.” 50 Years hacienda HealthCare Approximately 50 years ago, Hacienda HealthCare got its start when founder Ilene Butler learned she would not be permitted to adopt children due to her single marital status. However, Butler, who had previously worked with children with special needs, was allowed by the state of Arizona to foster three young children who had been abandoned by their families and institutionalized. With the help of nurses and family members, Butler was able to care for seven more children with special needs — a total of 10. Unfortunately, this led her to encounter zoning issues, prompting her to incorporate her business as Hacienda de los Angeles — Home of the Angels. By 1970, Butler had 19 children, 10 employees and several volunteers. Thanks to generous donations and the support of the community, Hacienda de los Angeles continued to grow and open new locations. In 2006, its name was changed to Hacienda HealthCare. The organization is now the “umbrella” for several Phoenix-based healthcare programs and services for infants, children, teens and adults. Hacienda HealthCare is the leading provider of specialized services for medically fragile and chronically ill infants, children and young adults. Services include autism programming, medical and non-medical group homes, in- home care and much more. Other Arizona organizations celebrating a golden anniversary include: + Back to School Clothing Drive + Devereux Arizona + West Valley Symphony COVER STORY CONTINUED “It helps instill philanthropy in families,” said Gephart. “All of us probably remember as a child asking mom or dad for change to put in the kettle. You can’t put a value on that.”