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Salvation Army E-Blast
Monday 12-14-2009 12:30pm CT
Click HERE - To help real people by ringing a virtual bell!
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, no matter what the weather conditions!
The Salvation Army Red Kettles have been an American tradition since 1891, and now this campaign allows you to host your own Online Red Kettle. By helping us fill our Red Kettles, you can become a vital part of our Christmas efforts to help those in need this Christmas season.
Feed hungry families. Provide Christmas presents for needy children. Heat the homes of the struggling senior citizens. Host an Online Red Kettle, and help change millions of lives for the good.
36-HOUR “RINGING IN THE O!” MARATHON FOR TREE OF LIGHTS CAMPAIGN
Wednesday 12-17-2008 4:05pm CT
The Salvation Army, local media, city leaders and volunteers joined forces in the 36-hour bell ringing marathon on December 12 and 13, the effort raised $48, 786 for the Salvation Army's Tree of Lights Campaign. This year the Salvation Army recorded a ten percent increase in volunteers, bringing the total to 900.
The marathon kicked off with a brief celebration at Nebraska Furniture Mart’s Appliance & Electronics Store on December 12. Nebraska Furniture Mart donated two Nintendo Wii’s that were auctioned off for a total of $1,600.
Lt. Governor Rick Sheehy participated in the marathon on Friday, Dec. 12 at the Wal-Mart store, 1606 S. 72nd St. Wal-Mart also presented The Salvation Army with a $10,000 donation to the Red Kettle Campaign.
The marathon took place at Nebraska Furniture Mart and four Wal-Mart metro locations. The Salvation Army representatives, Omaha firefighters, Salvation Army carolers, Casey with the Omaha Royals and KFAB on-air personalities highlighted the great need in the community and how the partnership helped meet that need. KFAB’s Tom Becka was the grand marshal of Ringing in the O! The Tree of Lights Campaign goal is $2.8 million.
As of December 16, The Salvation Army had reached 72.1% of its goal. With only 7 bell ringing days left, the community is asked to give generously. The Red Kettle Drive runs through December 24
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - REGISTER TO RING!
Monday 10-13-2008 2:51pm CT
No matter where you are in life,
You can always lend a helping hand.
This
year, the Salvation Army needs your help to give back to the Omaha
community. Whether you are one person, or a group of 100, we know that
a few hours of your time can truly make a difference.We've made registering easy with our online calendar.
CLICK HERE to find dates and locations that work with your schedule.Need more information on how your group can volunteer?
CLICK HERE to email the Salvation Army Volunteer Department.
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