Vernon Salvation Army just shy of fundraising goal

It is money that will be put to good use.

The Vernon Salvation Army, which runs the city’s main food bank, has announced its Christmas campaign raised $602,000, just short of the goal of $650,000.

Neil Thompson, the director of The Salvation Army ministries in Vernon, said they are very grateful for the support and generosity from the community, adding “it speaks of neighbours helping neighbours.”

“We raised $35,000 more than we did last year, however the need has grown significantly,” Thompson remarked. “The number of working families that are having to come to the food bank to help stretch their dollar has greatly increased over this past year.”