Salvation Army looks for helping hands this holiday season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- It is almost time to ring in the holiday season, and there is no better way than helping the Salvation Army.
The Salvation Army’s 2025 Red Kettle Campaign kicked off on Nov. 7 and will last until Dec. 23. The non-profit is looking for bell ringers to help raise money for the area.
"This is the season where we do our biggest fundraiser to help out the community in St. Joseph, Missouri," said Captain Patricia Williams.
According to Social Services Director Emily Bravo, in 2024 the campaign raised over $100,000 and is looking to once again surpass that number.
The nonprofit is at around $3,500 so far this year and is looking for help to once again reach its goal.
“Go to our website, and you can get the link to register to ring. And, you can sign yourself up as a volunteer to ring bells at those locations," said Bravo.
Bell ringer locations include Hyvee, Hobby Lobby, Price Chopper and Sam’s Club.
The money collected during the campaign will be allocated to the Salvation Army's programs in St. Joseph, which include emergency shelter, the food pantry, youth and senior programs and disaster response.
