Salisbury, Maryland…Winter weather continues to take a toll on the collections for the annual Red Kettle Campaign for The Salvation Army according to Captain Cameron Henderson, Salisbury Corps Officer.
“Just as the retail industry calls the last Saturday before Christmas “super Saturday”, we could call it the same thing for The Salvation Army”, Henderson said. “Traditionally, it is the largest collection day of the season. Due to the prediction of dire weather as well as the actual storm itself, our kettle collections for Friday and Saturday are down approximately $7,000.00 over last season. To compound the situation, the weather is continuing to hurt us with school closings, icy roads and bitter cold. All have combined to create more bell ringer cancellations than usual,” Henderson said.
“The Eastern Shore, particularly the lower shore, is known for its generosity. We are hoping that those who would have traditionally donated to kettles as Christmas draws near will donate through the mail or online,” Henderson said.
The Salisbury Corps is reporting that requests for services are running over 20% higher than 2008, so the need for donations continues to be great. The community is encouraged to send donations to The Salvation Army, 407 Oak Street, Salisbury, MD 21804 or to donate online at www.salvationarmy.com and click on virtual bell ringing. (You can also do so by clicking on the red kettle on the top right hand side of Salisbury News) When you complete the requested information, your zip code will ensure your donation goes to The Salisbury Corps.
The Salisbury Corps serves Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties. For more information, please call 410-749-7771 or 410-749-RING (7464).
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