The Salvation Army Chatham-Kent Ministries is very grateful for all the support during their Christmas campaign, despite coming up just shy of their goal.
To attempt to meet their shortfall, the campaign will be extended until January 15th.
The Salvation Army is happy to announce that they have achieved 89% (or $400,000) of their $450,000 goal.
“While we are hopeful that the shortfall will be received in the next couple of weeks, all programs will be closely examined to see where savings can be found without directly affecting clients assistance,” stated Captain Stephanie Watkinson.
“It is our plan to do smaller fundraisers for particular needs throughout the year. Our first fundraiser is partnering with Raising The Roof Campaign to sell hats and socks. These funds will be used to assist with our youth programs in preventing and addressing youth homelessness.”
More information on Raising The Roof campaign will be coming in January 2016.
Community donations enabled the Salvation Army to assist almost 900 families with food hampers and provided toys for over 1,000 children this past Christmas.
The Salvation Army official stated the community’s generosity enable them to continue providing help to those in Chatham-Kent with the basic necessities – food, clothing, shelter and furniture. It will also enable them to continue to assist individuals and families with life-skills classes, community gardens and support children and families.
All funds donated throughout Chatham-Kent are used in their local area.
The Salvation Army operates four family services locations throughout Chatham-Kent, including food banks, housing support, youth support, money management support, children programs and camps.
To find out more of what The Salvation Army is doing in Chatham-Kent, please go to our website at www.cksalvationarmy.org.
