12/13/12 - The Salvation Army of Livingston County is putting out the call for red kettle volunteers and donations this holiday season. The local corps places red kettles at stores all over Livingston County every Christmas season, with bell ringers collecting donations to support its year round service programs. The local Corps is running about $8,000 behind in donations compared to past years and encouraging community members to donate whatever they can when passing by a red kettle. However, needed even more right now are volunteers to man the red kettles and ring bells at locations throughout Livingston County. Captain Aaron Ortman says theyâve had a great response of locations and volunteer bell ringers so far this season but additional help manning the kettles will hopefully provide a needed boost this season. He says the shifts are pretty simple and they just ask that volunteers give a minimum two hours of their time. Ortman says he has faith in the generosity of the community, which always responds when aware of whatâs needed. He adds that the needs of those the Salvation Army serves is greater than ever and all of the funds collected at Christmas help serve those struggling throughout the year. The campaign will run through Monday, December 24th and The Salvation Army of Livingston County hopes to raise at least $200,000 via the red kettles located outside of local businesses. Anyone interested in volunteering for a shift or two can register online through the link below or contact Kettle Coordinator Liz at the local corps in Howell. Details are posted in the attachment below. (JM)
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