![]() ![]() Please consider giving financially or volunteering your time. “Every dollar raised through the Red Kettle campaign makes it possible for us to provide shelter Challenge your friends, family and coworkers to support your online kettle and provide help and hope right here in Lufkin.”īecause of the ongoing challenges of COVID related issues, the need for help is greater than ever in the Lufkin/Nacogdoches area. A Virtual Kettle provides a great way for people to show their support for The Salvation Army without having to leave the house,” said Phillips. “Less people are carrying cash and visiting the mall and stores these days. Select “Take the Red Kettle Challenge,” register as an individual or team, set a goal, and get to work promoting your kettle. To take the Red Kettle Challenge and set up a virtual kettle, go to. This year has been difficult for many in our community, and you can be part of making a difference to ensure The Salvation Army has the necessary funds to help all year long.” You set your fundraising goal, share the link to your kettle with friends, family, and work colleagues, and challenge them to donate. “However, the Red Kettle Challenge makes it easy for people to set up their own virtual kettles from the comfort of their own homes. “You will still see friendly bell ringers and Red Kettles at area store fronts and retailers,” said Captain Phillips of The Salvation Army. ![]() Something new this year.how would you like to be a 'bell ringer' without ever leaving the house? The Red Kettle Challenge provides a new, online option to the traditional Red Kettles that raise funds supporting those in need. It's easy to volunteer, just go to the Register to Ring website. Captain Phillips is asking that individuals, groups, civic organizations, churches and businesses please consider signing up to ring the bell. Right now, the numbers of East Texans who have signed up to ring the bell this holiday season are way down. Phillips mentioned that shoppers are more inclined to give to people that they know who have volunteered to ring the bell, as opposed to paid bell ringers. Last year, the Red Kettle campaign raised $73,000 in our area, this year's goal is $90,000. The Red Kettle debuted in San Francisco in 1891 to fund Christmas Dinner for 1,000 poor and destitute but bells were not rung until 1900. Volunteer to make a difference in your community by ringing bells for a 2-hour shift. “With more individuals and families coming to us for help than ever before, please don’t forget to give to The Salvation Army red kettles this season.” Join us in 12 Days of Kettles this Christmas season. “All bell ringers will be equipped with personal protective equipment again this Christmas season, ensuring the safety of donors and shoppers, along with our volunteers,” said Phillips. ![]() Salvation Army red kettles will be again stationed outside of local stores and businesses Monday-Saturday from mid-November until Christmas Eve. ![]()
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