Salvation Army of Milwaukee County surpasses Red Kettle campaign goal
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The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County’s signature annual campaign exceeded its goal by nearly $900,000, despite initial projections that donations would be down because of COVID-19.
The 2020 Red Kettle Campaign brought in $4.04 million, surpassing the Salvation Army’s original target of $3.15 million. Two gifts from anonymous donors amounted to more than $1 million, and about $530,000 came from donations collected in red kettles.
The campaign ran from Nov. 13 to Dec. 24.
“The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County made a call for help to Rescue Christmas in 2020, and our community answered at the red kettle,” said Major Steve Woodard, coordinator for The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County. “In a year of unprecedented need, we expected a possible 50% decrease in fundraising at the red kettle. Instead, we were able to exceed our goal and provide help to so many in need. That is because of partners,
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – A generous donation is helping the Salvation Army of La Crosse County expand its mental health programming.
Mayo Clinic Health System gave the organization $15,000 Tuesday, which will be used to help raise awareness and funding for crucial mental health resources in the La Crosse area.
The money comes from Mayo Clinic’s Red Kettle Campaign match challenge in December.
The Salvation Army said some of the people it serves are unaware of the mental health issues they’re experiencing.
With donations like this, the organization is able to give them the care they need, and a step closer to getting out of homelessness.
By Vicky O. Misa | Shawnee News-Star | USA Today Network
The Shawnee News-Star
As many are struggling to outlast the negative impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Salvation Army continues to fight the good fight, helping those in need.
Salvation Army-Shawnee Capt. Patrick Connelly said 2020 s Red Kettle program that just wrapped up a few weeks ago yielded $71,234.17 just under last year s figures.
The Salvation Army in Shawnee has operated with budget deficits over the last several years, he said.
“The funds raised this season will enable us to continue the programs and services our community has come to expect,” Connelly said.