Red Kettle events highlight 2nd to last week of bell ringing
December 10, 2018
Contact:
Nick Ragner
(608)782-6126 x239
nick_ragner@usc.salvationarmy.org
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Red Kettle events highlight 2nd to last week of bell ringing
LA CROSSE – The Salvation Army is hosting two unique events this week to encourage donations and volunteerism.
Break the Bank
Wednesday, December 12th
10:00am-8:00pm
La Crosse County Kettles
On Wednesday, December 12nd, The Salvation Army of La Crosse County’s Red Kettle Campaign will host the fifth annual ‘Break the Bank’ event. 12 banks and credit unions are sponsoring the day by pledging dollars as well as filling numerous bell ringing shifts to give the Campaign a push in the final weeks. Participating banks and credit unions include 1st Community Credit Union, Altra Federal Credit Union, Associated Bank, Bremer Bank, Citizens State Bank, Coulee Bank, Firefighter’s Credit Union, Marine Credit Union, Merchants Bank, River Bank, State Bank Financial, and Wells Fargo.
Chart/Chart United Night with Tom Conrad
Thursday, December 13th
6:00pm-8:00pm
Valley View Mall – JC Penny
The following night, Chart Industries is sponsoring live music at the Valley View Mall – JC Penny kettle site. Tom Conrad will play live music from 6-8pm as Chart Industries staff ring bells to ultimately help people in need.
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The Red Kettle Campaign is The Salvation Army’s largest fundraiser throughout the year and accounts for approximately one-third of the annual budget. Campaign contributions help fund various day-to-day services provided by The Salvation Army including the Emergency Shelter and Meal Program. Red Kettle Campaign dollars are raised through bell ringing, non-bell ringing donations, and mail appeal.
There are still bell ringing shifts available. To sign up or to donate online, visit www.SAlacrosse.org.