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Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Love Beyond the Season
Many people think The Salvation Army is synonymous with Christmas time, and while that is true, we are continually serving all throughout the year. The Salvation Army officially began serving Grand Rapids in November of 1883, the first corps to serve Michigan. Since then, The Salvation Army has impacted millions of lives by providing a continuum of care that includes food, shelter, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, youth programs, anti-human trafficking initiatives, emergency disaster services, housing and utility assistance, and spiritual guidance, among many others, to those in need. Today, The Salvation Army in Kent County has grown with the city to meet the needs of its most vulnerable citizens through its Fulton Heights Citadel, The Ray and Joan KROC Corps Community Center, and a wealth of community services programs. In short, we're there wherever and whenever there is a need.
While a dollar or two placed in a red kettle at Christmas time certainly helps, it's through the gifts and sponsorships of organizations like yours that allow us to enrich the mind, body, and spirit of the children, families, homeless, and elderly of our community. Truth be told, the benefits multiply far beyond the initial gift. It makes our community a better place to live. It allows The Salvation Army to continue its work. And it rewards the sponsor with the knowledge that it has made a significant contribution to the place we all call home.
In 2025 we have multiple opportunities to sponsor a Kent County Salvation Army event. The dollars raised will help us continue to do the most good in our community. We appreciate your thoughtful consideration and generosity.
The Art of Compassion Annual Dinner
Monday, June 2. 6:00 PM, KROC Center
The Salvation Army's annual dinner will feature a strolling dinner, silent art auction, and the opportunity to hear from the people working to serve Kent County through The Salvation Army programs and services.
Christmas in July at the West Michigan Whitecaps
Thursday, July 31. 6:30 PM, LMCU Ballpark
Join us as we celebrate The Salvation Army night at the West Michigan Whitecaps game! This is a great way to support “Doing the Most Good” in Kent County while enjoying a fun-filled night at LMCU Ballpark with your friends and family. This Christmas in July event will feature The National Anthem from our brass band and a surprise giveaway for the first guests to enter while supplies last.
3rd Annual Red Shield Sporting Clays Event
Friday, September 26, 9:30 AM, Kent County Conservation League
Join The Salvation Army at Kent County Conservation League for a day of friendly clay and trap shooting. All skill levels welcome! The days event will feature lunch, a swag bag, and the opportunity to take home additional prizes.
10th Annual Red Kettle Game at the Grand Rapids Griffins
Friday, December 5, 7:00 PM, Van Andel Arena
Looking for a great way to support The Salvation Army in Kent County while enjoying a fun-filled night of Hockey with your family and friends? The Salvation Army is thrilled to once again be partnering with the Grand Rapids Griffins minor league hockey team for the 10th Annual Red Kettle Game!
The Red Kettle Game starts with The Salvation Army brass band performing pregame Christmas tunes on the concourse and the National Anthem on the ice. Throughout the game, there are opportunities to participate in on ice activities such as high five alley, pre-game bench visits, Zamboni rides, and intermission games. Meanwhile, you can purchase throw for dough pucks or support via the iconic red kettles found throughout the concourse. Hang around after the game for the specialty jersey auction to score your favorite player's autographed jersey in support of The Salvation Army! Keep in mind some jersey's are auctioned online only throughout the game.
For custom sponsorship opportunities, or for more information, please contact
Kent County Development Director
Cathy Blackburn
(616) 459-3433 ext. 1130
Cathy.Blackburn@usc.salvationarmy.org