With the familiar sound of bells ringing outside stores across the Coastal Bend, The Salvation Army is once again asking the community to support its annual Red Kettle Campaign. It’s a critical fundraiser that helps sustain services throughout the year.
With only days left before the campaign ends on December 24, the organization tells KRIS 6 News it has reached about 55% of its $150,000 goal. Salvation Army leaders said the shortfall could impact programs that support some of the region’s most vulnerable families.
Behind every donation, tell said, is a story, like that of Erika Gerdes…