THE SALVATION ARMY has been assisting New Jersey residents since 1880 and helped more than a quarter million people last year throughout the State. Services and programs include food for the hungry, companionship to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter for the homeless, opportunities for underprivileged children, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled and many more services for those in need.
HOW MAY WE DIRECT YOU
Throughout the Christmas season, The Salvation Army's red kettles are seen in malls, stores and at New Jersey highway rest stops. Red kettle donations are critical to the Army since they not only provide funds for holiday assistance but are also used throughout the year for Salvation Army programs and services to the needy in our communities.
Holiday donations allow The Salvation Army to make Christmas bright for those less fortunate and to Give Hope for the future. To make a donation, please click here.
If you would like to participate in The Salvation Army's ONLINE RED KETTLE program and start your own kettle, please visit www.onlineredkettle.org
We appreciate the generosity of our donors, friends and corporate benefactors. May God's many blessings be upon you and your family this holiday season.
Merry Christmas
KYLE'S GIFT ....... "It was one of the most heartfelt donations I've every received during kettle season," said Captain Lorie Travaglino. ".....Kyle's gift reminded us that charity means opening our hearts to helping others. He reminded us why The Salvation Army does the work we do and why we are so grateful for our wonderful donors. It made our Christmas!" read the entire story of Kyle's incredible gift here
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED
about
the history of
The Salvation Army's
Red Kettle?
For many, red kettle stands and the ringing of bells are a beloved and iconic symbol of Christmas that we've grown up with through the years. The tinkling bells and friendly bell-ringers wishing us a "Merry Christmas" have become something expected and quite the norm as we hustle and bustle to do shopping and errands.
But do you know how it all started? It's quite a story that began in 1891 when a Salvation Army Captain in San Francisco resolved to provide a free Christmas dinner to the area's poor. But how would he pay for the food?
......... read on