Maud Booth

Biography

Maud Booth (1865–1948) was an American social reformer and co-founder of the Volunteers of America, an organization dedicated to serving those in need. Working alongside her husband Ballington Booth, she championed progressive social causes and advocated for prison reform, care for the poor, and support for vulnerable populations during a transformative period in American social welfare.

Her legacy extends beyond institutional work; Booth was instrumental in shaping modern approaches to charitable service and community support. She dedicated her life to demonstrating that practical compassion and organized effort could address systemic social challenges, leaving a lasting impact on American philanthropic traditions.