Ring a Bell and Help Neighbors in Need
The Salvation Army Needs Volunteers to Fill Shifts All Over Metro Detroit
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit posted its volunteer positions today to ring its famous red bell during its upcoming 119th annual Red Kettle Campaign. The Salvation Army is asking metro Detroit residents to help fill two-hour or more shifts as bell ringers this holiday season at locations throughout metro Detroit. The bell-ringing volunteer positions are offered Nov. 12 through Dec. 24 (Sundays excluded), and can be filled by individuals and groups of all sizes.
This year, more than 350 red kettles will be placed throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties at Kroger, Walmart, Hiller’s Markets, ACO Hardware, Sam’s Club, JCPenney, Walgreens and other participating sites. The Red Kettle fundraising campaign relies heavily on volunteer efforts to reach its $7.8 million goal.
“More than ever, we are seeing an increase in demand for our services. Those who once donated now need our assistance,” said Major John Turner, general secretary for The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit. “Volunteers who donate their time to ring a bell are a vital part of helping The Salvation Army assist their neighbors in need.”
All volunteer opportunities can be found at www.ringbell.org. Volunteers may log on, pick a preferred location and choose a shift time most convenient for them. Volunteers may sign up for one or more shifts, and will receive a confirmation e-mail prior to the selected date.
All monetary gifts collected during the Red Kettle Campaign help to assist local families and individuals in times of need. These funds help maintain vital human services such as food and shelter for children and adults throughout the year.
Huntington National Bank has generously donated $15,000 to sponsor www.ringbell.org for the 2010 Red Kettle Campaign.
“Huntington National Bank is proud to partner with The Salvation Army and support ringbell.org again this year. The Salvation Army continues to be a vital and relevant organization serving our communities and we applaud the critical work they do every day to make Southeast Michigan a better place for all of us,” stated Pam Iacobelli, SVP, Marketing and Communications for Huntington Bank.
Founded by William Booth in London, England in 1865, The Salvation Army is a faith-based, non-profit organization dedicated to serving people in need without discrimination. In 2009, The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit was involved in providing 3,181,865 million meals and 724,134 nights of shelter for the homeless. The Salvation Army uses $.85 of every dollar raised to provide direct services to people in need each and every day of the year. For more information about The Salvation Army, please call 877-SAL-MICH, or visit us at www.salmich.org.