The Salvation Army Red Kettle
Nov 1, 2025, 12:27 PM | Updated: Dec 1, 2025, 12:38 pm
The holidays officially begin when you hear the bells ringing beside The Salvation Army red kettles. It’s a sound that calls people to spread Christmas joy to those in need.
This season, with inflation impacting so many families near you, joy is needed more than ever. The red buckets can be found outside thousands of storefronts across the country. When you drop a donation into a kettle or give online, you are joining more than a century-long tradition of generosity.
When you give to a Salvation Army Red Kettle this holiday, your money stays here in our community to help struggling families.
Give to a Red Kettle and give joy.
How donations help
- Food: Helps provide meals and groceries for families in need.
- Shelter: Supports emergency shelters and provides assistance with rent and utilities.
- Holiday assistance: Provides Christmas gifts for children and ensures families can have holiday meals.
- Other services: Contributes to a wide range of programs, including job services, youth development, and substance abuse rehabilitation
