SalvationArmy

Jamestown (CSi) The Jamestown Salvation Army is looking for hardy volunteers to take time at its red kettles this month.  Lt. Mitch Brecto says, to deer hunters, “If you’ve got venison in the freezer, you’ve got the gear to do a shift. Grab your orange hat and help us out.” Snowmobilers – “suit up for us, and rev up some donations. Wear your helmet and you won’t even know there’s a wind chill. Skiers, skaters, hockey players – show Old Man Winter your warm heart is stronger than his cold weather. Snowboarders – suit up in your cool gear and make a big statement about your generation’s generosity. We’re looking for capital H “Hearty” volunteers to grab a bell and be a blessing.”

Mtich says, “The Salvation Army knows its cold, but for more than 100 years its kettle campaign has been in primarily outdoor locations. And in Minnesota and North Dakota that means volunteers have to be prepared for the weather.”

Salvation Army commander in Minnesota and North Dakota, Lt. Colonel Robert Thomson, says, “Our states are beautiful and yes we have extreme conditions. But we don’t hibernate here – we go out and get our business done and yes, dare I say, even enjoy the outdoors during the coldest of days. For those who are willing, we are asking them to take a bit of time at a kettle stand and help us to continue the crisis outreach we are known for.”

To sign up, Just call The Salvation Army office at 701-252-0290. There are literally hundreds of hours available. The Salvation Army kettle campaign runs Monday through Saturday now until Dec 24.

Thomson adds, “Money raised in those little red kettles is what helps us to serve the community all year long. Every donation of time and money will help us to be there for someone who has lost hope.”

To sign up for bell ringing call 252-0290. For financial donations visit SalvationArmyNorth.org/jamestown or call 800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769). Checks may also be mailed to The Salvation Army 320 1st Ave. N, Jamestown ND 58401

For more information or to make an online donation, please visit www.salvationarmynorth.org/jamestown