MONROE - The Salvation Army in Green County is launching its annual Christmas Campaign to help raise money for those in need.
This year's campaign theme is "Hope Wanted," which draws attention to the continuing hardships men, women, and children face in the wake of our country's ongoing economic struggle.
The Christmas Campaign will include traditional fundraising methods such as direct mail and red kettles to collect donations. The Salvation Army in Green County hopes to raise $25,000.
"The economy has again made it a rough year for many families, and we've seen it firsthand in the numbers of people coming to us for help," said Angela Swinehart, the Salvation Army field representative. "It's especially hard during the holiday season when so many of our neighbors don't know how they'll have the means to provide for their families. That's why the Salvation Army looks to our community for their generosity: so we can show that same compassion and kindness to the less fortunate."
The Salvation Army officials said donations of time are also sought. "Reaching out to those in need by volunteering to ring bells or serve warm meals is a wonderful way to connect with the community, to give back, and to share blessings and holiday joy," Swinehart said.
To volunteer this season, call (608) 325-7491.
This year's campaign theme is "Hope Wanted," which draws attention to the continuing hardships men, women, and children face in the wake of our country's ongoing economic struggle.
The Christmas Campaign will include traditional fundraising methods such as direct mail and red kettles to collect donations. The Salvation Army in Green County hopes to raise $25,000.
"The economy has again made it a rough year for many families, and we've seen it firsthand in the numbers of people coming to us for help," said Angela Swinehart, the Salvation Army field representative. "It's especially hard during the holiday season when so many of our neighbors don't know how they'll have the means to provide for their families. That's why the Salvation Army looks to our community for their generosity: so we can show that same compassion and kindness to the less fortunate."
The Salvation Army officials said donations of time are also sought. "Reaching out to those in need by volunteering to ring bells or serve warm meals is a wonderful way to connect with the community, to give back, and to share blessings and holiday joy," Swinehart said.
To volunteer this season, call (608) 325-7491.