Roostertail Hosts Inaugural ‘Boxing Day’ Luncheon to Raise Funds for Those in Need
Last Friday, December 2nd the inaugural ‘Boxing Day’ luncheon took place at Roostertail in Detroit. Roostertail owners Tom and Dianne Schoenith launched the event in the spirit of giving back, as a refresh from the historical London Chop House sing-a-long, continuing the tradition of helping those in need.
The Salvation Army brass band ensemble complimented the event by playing familiar Christmas carols and bringing Christmas cheer.
The event served as a celebration of the season and all that’s been given, with the goal of giving back to the community. The boxes that cover the Christmas trees are symbolic of blessings received, and in turn, a way to gather together and bless others.
Guests at the inaugural ‘Boxing Day’ luncheon had an opportunity to support The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit by donating checks, digital gifts via QR codes and cash via onsite red kettles.
* Left: Guests mingle at the ‘Boxing Day’ Luncheon Right: Christmas tree with symbolic boxes
Funds raised will support The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit’s 2022 Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, with the theme of “Love Beyond Christmas” The fundraising goal of the campaign is $8.2 million. Proceeds will support communities in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties – feeding the hungry, housing the homeless and providing Christmas gifts for families struggling to make ends meet.
*Left: Michael, Dianne and Tom Schoenith Right: The Salvation Army brass band ensemble
Thanks to the generous patronage of Tom and Dianne Schoenith, the Roostertail fundraiser will continue till the end of December. Those interested in giving can donate here. Or volunteer as a bellringer at registertoring.com.
Last year, The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit helped provide:
More than 2.1 million meals
More than 405,000 nights of shelter
Nearly 88,000 Christmas toys and gifts for children and shut in seniors
Resolution of nearly 1,800 legal issues through the William Booth Legal Aid Clinic