Events

Join The Salvation Army of Kent County on your Friday lunch break and help us kick off our annual Red Kettle Campaign at our beautiful Kroc Center (2500 S. Division). On Friday, Nov. 12 at noon, we will be unveiling our campaign goal for this year alongside our partner, SpartanNash, and officially starting the season of bell ringing. With the need in the Grand Rapids area again facing elevated levels due to the pandemic, The Salvation Army remains on the frontlines of need to ensure Hope Marches On this holiday season. 

Be a part of the event that will include:

• A free Schnitz deli lunch served from our emergency disaster services vehicle;
• Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss proclaiming Nov. 12, 2021 as Red Kettle Campaign Kickoff Day;
• Two local musicians – saxophonist Steve Spees and gospel singer Count Laws – performing;
• Our brass band, a crowd favorite, playing holiday favorites;
• Remarks from our Divisional Commander Glen Caddy and SpartanNash.

Please come join us as we kickoff the holiday season!