Support Bell Ringers - Local Salvation Army's Donations Down So Far This Year

December 17, 2013 |   The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign donations in the Sacramento region are down by 21 percent  compared to...


December 17, 2013 |
 
The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign donations in the Sacramento region are down by 21 percent  compared to last year.  Kettle gifts stay in the community where the money is donated and help provide meals and shelter for families in need, Christmas toys for thousands of children locally, and many other services throughout the year. 

This year, because of a late Thanksgiving date, the kettle season is shorter by five vital days, so donations coming in between now and the end of the year are critically important to The Salvation Army’s ability to meet needs here in the area. Five fewer bell ringing days equates to about $20 million less in donations to The Salvation Army nationwide. 

“I am very concerned about the lost kettle days this year and how this will impact our ability to help those who are hurting,” said Major Bill Dickinson, Salvation Army Del Oro Division Divisional Commander.  “The red kettles are a symbol of giving and represent a tradition of caring that is passed down from generation to generation. We’re hoping that shoppers will remember their neighbors in need when they see a Salvation Army bell ringer in the community during the last week before Christmas.” 

The Salvation Army is encouraging the public to donate generously to the Red Kettles found on street corners, in malls, and at local retailers -- or online atwww.gosalarmy.org
 in order to make up the shortfall. Donations can also be mailed to PO Box 348000, Sacramento, CA 95834 or called into 1 800 SAL ARMY. Gifts of stock are always welcomed, too. Please call (916) 563-3798  for more information about how to donate appreciated stock.

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