Volunteers needed to ring Salvation Army bells

And we have a special need for ages 10-12.

Melnicoff said approximately 90 percent of the money donated through the red kettle fundraiser stays in Moab to help local residents.

Robb Waugus, director of communications and financial development with the chapter, said the $1.2 million goal includes year-end corporate, foundation and individual donations and the Salvation Army’s direct mail campaign. They said the coin is a South African Kruggerand containing one ounce of 22 karat gold and is valued at $1,323.

“We recognize all the great non-profits in our community and will do what we can to support them while teaching our kids the value of caring for others”, she said. Participants make the purchases and bring the items back to the site of the Angel Tree or take them directly to the Salvation Army at 1601 University Blvd. Let us know in the comments.

Because the Salvation Army relies on monetary donations to fund many of its functions, the organization needs as many volunteers as possible.

But in New York City, they’re standing up – and getting down.

The Salvation Army and Walmart, 1501 Skyland Blvd.

“I started saving six months ago and putting toys on lay-by”, she said. Melnicoff said that while most of the shifts for bell ringers have already been filled, there are still a few openings.

Prospective donors can also contribute by organizing or contributing to online kettles. MTN’s Don Dunwell spent some time with a bell ringer who is committed to spreading Holiday joy.