By Pete McIntyre

National retailer gives Salvation Army campaign a boost

Dec 18, 2019 | 9:48 AM

Walmart is once again giving a helping hand to the Salvation Army, and the people it helps everyday.

The retailer will be matching donations made at the Army’s Christmas kettles in Vernon and other cities this Saturday, up to a maximum of $100,000.

The event is called ‘Walmart Fill The Kettle Day.’

“With one in seven Canadians struggling to make ends meet, the Salvation Army relies on this fundraising campaign to help feed, clothe, shelter and empower those in need,” Lt. Stefan Reuid from the Vernon Salvation Army said. “Since 2007, Walmart Canada and its customers have donated more than $29 million to The Salvation Army through our Christmas Kettle Campaign. “We are truly grateful to Walmart Canada for their generous support and longstanding partnership.”

With a $21.6 million national fundraising goal, a $4 million provincial goal and a local goal of $500,000 the Christmas Kettle Campaign enables local Salvation Army units to work with struggling individuals and families and help with basic necessities. Contributions also support The Salvation Army’s life-changing programs, such as substance abuse recovery, housing supports, job and lifeskills training, and education classes that help people find a way out of poverty, permanently.

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“We are proud to be a long-time partner of The Salvation Army because we know their work makes a big difference for many people in communities from coast-to-coast,” Susan Muigai, Executive Vice President of People and Corporate Affairs for Walmart Canada, said.

“The Christmas kettle is a symbol of help and hope for those in need and a direct way for people to make a meaningful impact in their community,” Reid added. “As people are out shopping in these final days before Christmas, we invite them to make a donation at a Christmas kettle or online at www.vernonhouseofhope.com.”

There are a total of 11 kettle locations outside stores in Vernon and people are still needed to sign up for two-hour kettle shifts at the above website.

by Pete McIntyre

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