Quad Cities, USA: The Salvation Army of the Quad Cities fell short of its 2015 Red Kettle Campaign goal. A total of $792,126.34 was donated, leaving a $22,873.66 gap. The funds raised during the Christmas season help The Salvation Army meet the demand for services for shelter, food, clothing and other basic human needs; as well as provide programs and opportunities for children and adults to learn life and empowerment skills.
Major Gary Felton notes, “With the shortcoming of our goal, lack of funding from the State of Illinois, HUD, FEMA and United Way and other funding being lost, cuts will have to occur. We hope his cutting of government funds is not a reoccurring trend. With over $130,000 of cuts, there is no other recourse but to cut programs and services that we provide to the community. We continue to go over our budgets to examine what programs and services will be the least affected by these cuts.”
The Salvation Army of the Quad Cities is extremely thankful for the continued support of the Quad City community. “We are grateful to everyone who encouraged our work and supported this year’s Christmas Campaign, either by supporting the red kettles, purchasing gifts for families, volunteering your precious time, supporting our efforts by spreading the word and encouraging others to participate or praying for the program itself and those we have the honor of serving,” said the Major.
