Salvation Army of Reno County
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army of Reno County has ended the Red Kettle Campaign and the count is in. After just over 30 days of bell ringing, for the goal of $75,000 they raised $77,613.24.
Major Paul James said, “We are always humbled by the generosity of so many volunteers who ring each year, and those who give.”
The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle has been around since 1891 when Salvation Army officer Captain Joseph McFee wanted to provide a free Christmas dinner to the poor of San Francisco. This year was no different here in Reno County where The Salvation Army gave out toys, blankets and games to over 1100 children. There were also over 800 families and senior citizens who received a Christmas meal in a box. After 132 Christmases, the spirit of The Salvation Army is to meet human needs and bring hope to those who need it the most.
The Red Kettle Goal is only $75,000 of the overall goal for the year. “The money raised during November to the end of January is a large portion of our annual goal and helps us with our cash flow at this time of the year”, said Major James. With 4 weeks left in January, the Salvation Army has $94,000 left to go in order to reach its yearlong goal.
You may drop off donations at The Salvation Army’s office located at 700 North Walnut, or send your donations in their return envelopes from their mailers.
There has been some confusion with their Iowa return address, but please know that all donations get processed at a central facility and return to their Hutchinson, KS bank accounts.
Call Major James at 620-663-3353 with any questions on how to donate or if you’d like to make an online donation.
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