11
Dec
2015
Quad Cities, USA: With only 16 days remaining in the Red Kettle Campaign, The Salvation Army is extremely concerned about Kettle Donations.
Major Gary Felton, Quad Cities Coordinator for The Salvation Army, states, "Our goal of $815,000 to fund our programs is still a long way away. We are grateful for the $307,000 that has been donated to date, but we are $40,000 behind last year at this time."
He adds, "Less giving is a great concern to us. These donations allow us to do our work at Christmas and all year round. The Red Kettle Campaign raises 60% of our annual budget and still has a long way to go. The monies collected provide shelter, food and other basic needs to families and individuals in crisis - we simply cannot fall short. We are lucky to be in such a wonderful community who understands and supports our mission."
Another way you can become involved with The Salvation Army's Christmas programs and make your own Christmas even brighter: Volunteering. Opportunities include Toy Shop Escort, Bell Ringer, and Toy Collector at Fill the Truck on December 16 & 17. Easy sign up at www.ringbells.org or contact Patt Mixdorf at 563-570-2072.
Major Gary Felton, Quad Cities Coordinator for The Salvation Army, states, "Our goal of $815,000 to fund our programs is still a long way away. We are grateful for the $307,000 that has been donated to date, but we are $40,000 behind last year at this time."
He adds, "Less giving is a great concern to us. These donations allow us to do our work at Christmas and all year round. The Red Kettle Campaign raises 60% of our annual budget and still has a long way to go. The monies collected provide shelter, food and other basic needs to families and individuals in crisis - we simply cannot fall short. We are lucky to be in such a wonderful community who understands and supports our mission."
Another way you can become involved with The Salvation Army's Christmas programs and make your own Christmas even brighter: Volunteering. Opportunities include Toy Shop Escort, Bell Ringer, and Toy Collector at Fill the Truck on December 16 & 17. Easy sign up at www.ringbells.org or contact Patt Mixdorf at 563-570-2072.
