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Recognition from the Salvation Army for the City Council’s participation in the Mayor’s Red Kettle Challenge in December of 2023.
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BACKGROUND:
The Red Kettle Program originated in 1891 to feed the hungry a Christmas dinner. It has expanded worldwide and provides critical funding that enables the Salvation Army to continue its year-round efforts of helping those in need.
On December 2 and December 9, 2023, the City Council participated in the Salvation Army’s Mayor’s Red Kettle Challenge. During these two days, the City Councilmembers gathered $809.23 in donated funds to support the Salvation Army’s mission in helping with homelessness, poverty, addiction, food insecurities, domestic violence, and more.
The Salvation Army would like to thank the City Council for their participation in this worthy cause.