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A Salvation Army bell ringer in Florida was arrested after attempting to attack a store manager with a donation tripod while intoxicated and disturbing customers during the holiday season.
The Salvation Army's holiday donation drive is only at 53% of its goal, significantly below last year's 95%, due to economic challenges and shifting donor circumstances, which may impact their ability to provide services like food aid and rent assistance. They encourage donations via text and are seeking volunteers for bell ringing.
The Rochester Police Department has released photos of a white woman and a white man suspected of stealing a Salvation Army red kettle from Apache Mall. The couple was caught on security footage approaching the kettle when no one was around. Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects.
The Rochester Police Department is investigating the theft of over $300 from a Salvation Army Red Kettle at the Apache Mall in Rochester. Security footage showed a man and woman overcoming security measures on the kettle and taking it. The money collected in the kettles supports the Christmas Assistance Program and the organization's annual budget. The last days of bell ringing will be on December 22 and 23, with Mayo Clinic matching up to $100,000 raised on those days. Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects.
Donations to the Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Campaign have fallen for the fourth consecutive year, with giving steadily decreasing since 2019. The decline in donations may be attributed to factors such as inflation and a shift away from carrying cash. The charity is exploring alternative donation methods, including a mobile app and accepting cryptocurrency, to supplement the traditional red kettle collections. Despite efforts to adapt, the nonprofit sector as a whole has not seen a return to pre-pandemic levels of generosity and giving.
An anonymous donor left a wedding band and engagement ring, valued at $1,500, along with a note in a Salvation Army red kettle outside a Market Basket in Waltham, Massachusetts. The note expressed the hope that the rings would bring joy and make a difference. The Salvation Army plans to use the value of the rings to help families and individuals in need during the holiday season. This act of generosity continues a tradition of donating valuable jewelry and coins to the Salvation Army's red kettles, which has been happening for years and serves as a reminder of hope.
An anonymous donor placed a wedding band and engagement ring, valued at $1,500, along with a heartfelt note quoting the Bible verse John 3:16, into a Salvation Army Red Kettle at a Market Basket store in Waltham. This act of "jewelry generosity" follows a tradition that started in 2014 when a widow donated her wedding rings. The rings will be used to help families and community members in need during the holiday season. The Salvation Army expressed gratitude for the precious donation and emphasized how such acts remind people of hope.
Music legend Dolly Parton pledged $1 million to The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign, which has seen a drop in donations in recent years, reaching $102 million in 2022 compared to $126 million in 2019. The decline may be attributed to ongoing financial struggles from the pandemic, rising inflation, and the decreasing use of cash. Parton's generous contribution aims to support the organization's efforts in helping individuals and families in need during the holiday season and beyond.
A six-alarm fire broke out in Dorchester, Boston, starting at 21 Ellington Street and spreading to 19 Ellington Street. Fire crews worked to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading further. The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services are providing support to first responders and displaced residents. It is currently unknown if there were any injuries.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott celebrated a touchdown against the Washington Commanders on Thanksgiving by pulling a turkey leg from the Salvation Army bucket at AT&T Stadium. The celebration, which involved Prescott unwrapping the meat for an immediate snack, was a team effort and symbolized the team's confidence in their offense. Despite the likelihood of fines from the NFL, everyone at the stadium enjoyed the moment, and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed support for the celebration becoming a staple on the sideline.
The Dallas Cowboys celebrated a late touchdown by stashing a turkey leg in the Salvation Army kettle, despite the NFL's rule against using external props. Quarterback Dak Prescott revealed that it was a team effort and that he had received approval from coach Mike McCarthy and owner Jerry Jones. The celebration did not draw a penalty flag, but it remains to be seen if any contributions will be made to the NFL's charitable efforts.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's confidence was on full display as he proposed a touchdown celebration involving turkey legs placed in Salvation Army red kettles. With the game well in hand, Prescott connected with wide receiver KaVontae Turpin for a touchdown and the celebration ensued as Turpin grabbed the bag of turkey legs from one of the kettles. Prescott's stellar performance, along with his strong connection with head coach Mike McCarthy, has propelled the Cowboys to a successful stretch of games. The team's momentum will be tested in upcoming challenging matchups.
The Dallas Cowboys celebrated their touchdowns in their Thanksgiving Day game against the Washington Commanders by pulling out turkey legs from the Salvation Army red kettles in the end zones. After KaVontae Turpin's touchdown catch, Dak Prescott took a bite of a turkey leg in celebration. The team had discussed the potential penalty and received approval from coach Mike McCarthy and owner Jerry Jones. The celebration brought attention to the Salvation Army and was deemed one of the best days for the Cowboys by Jones.
Dolly Parton wowed the crowd during her halftime performance at the Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders game, dressed as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. She sang her hit songs "Jolene" and "9 to 5," as well as a rendition of Queen's "We are the Champions." Parton also donated $1 million to the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign, which was praised by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. The performance marked the 27th year of collaboration between the Cowboys and the Salvation Army, raising over $3 billion.
Dolly Parton performs during halftime of an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders, supporting the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign, a charity initiative aimed at raising funds for those in need.