FROM THE SALVATION ARMY
This holiday, create a new tradition of giving back through volunteering.
MONTGOMERY, Alabama (November 21, 2023) – The Salvation Army is in full swing with its largest annual fundraisers and needs your help! Volunteers play a crucial role in the organization’s mission to serve others not only during the holiday season but beyond. The cherished Red Kettle and Angel Tree Campaigns don’t just bring Christmas miracles; they provide vital support to local individuals and families facing crises throughout the year.
“If you’ve never volunteered with The Salvation Army, now is the perfect time to dive in! You’ll be part of something special, making a meaningful impact on so many lives this holiday season,” shared Major Harvey Johnson, Commanding Officer of The Salvation Army. “We’ve got options for everyone, whether you’ve only got an hour, a morning, or a full day to spare.”
How can you join in sharing help and hope this season and beyond?
Volunteer as a Bell Ringer! The Salvation Army urgently needs volunteers to ring its iconic red bells for the annual Red Kettle Campaign, one of the Army’s primary fundraising efforts. Just a few hours of your time could provide a family with a month’s worth of food. Every dollar dropped into the red kettles supports a wide array of local services and programs, including food assistance, shelter assistance, emergency financial assistance, youth programs, veteran services, and more. This year’s goal aims to raise $125,000 to help meet the increased needs of the community.
“We deeply appreciate our volunteers,” expressed Major Johnson. “Ringing alongside family, friends, coworkers, or your church group is an easy yet impactful way to bond and give back. Get creative! Engage in friendly workgroup competitions, sing your favorite carols, or spread joy to holiday shoppers.” Visit RegisterToRing.org or email Camille.gross@uss.salvationarmy.org to sign up today.
Another fantastic volunteer opportunity is through the organization’s beloved Angel Tree Program. Last year, thanks to your support, The Salvation Army fulfilled the dreams of over 1,400 children, and this year’s need is even greater. You can volunteer to adopt an Angel, manage Angel Tree locations, or assist in sorting and distributing gifts to program participants.
Visit SalvationArmyMontgomery.org, email Harvey.Johnson@uss.salvationarmy.org, or call 334-265-0281 to volunteer or learn more about how you can support The Salvation Army this Christmas and beyond. To contribute or explore more ways to support The Salvation Army, visit MontgomeryKettle.org.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army helped nearly 24 million people in 2023 overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. For more information, visit salvationarmyusa.org. Follow us on X @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood.
