The Salvation Army is kicking off its annual Red Kettle campaign in Kenosha County on Friday, Nov. 13. Volunteers will be stationed at red kettles placed in local businesses and restaurants, ringing bells each hour to encourage donations through Dec. 24.
How the campaign supports families
According to the organization, every hour a bell ringer spends at a kettle translates into food boxes for an average of 50 families in the county. The funds collected are used to purchase food, clothing, school supplies and Christmas gifts for children, as well as to support the Salvation Army’s broader humanitarian programs.
Getting involved
Businesses that wish to host a kettle can contact the Salvation Army – Kenosha at 262‑564‑0286. Hosting a kettle offers a direct way for customers to contribute to the relief effort while they shop or dine. Individuals interested in volunteering as bell ringers or learning more about the campaign can visit sakenosha.org or call the same phone number.
Donation options
Monetary contributions can be made in person at any kettle location or mailed to The Salvation Army at 3116 75th St., Kenosha, WI 53142. The organization emphasizes that every dollar helps families facing hardship during the holiday season.
Salvation Army’s long‑standing presence
For 135 years, The Salvation Army has served Kenosha County, offering food assistance, housing support, clothing distribution, school‑supply drives and Christmas gifts for children. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination, operating through a network of 6,400 service centers nationwide.
The Kenosha Red Kettle campaign reflects the organization’s commitment to local outreach, assessing community needs and delivering short‑term relief as well as long‑term growth programs. By engaging local businesses, volunteers and donors, the campaign aims to strengthen families and uphold the values of faith, service and community that define Kenosha’s spirit.
Original reporting: Kenosha.com — read the source article.
