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Need Extra Cash For The Holidays?

J. Patrick — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:00:04 +0000

Can you use a little extra moola for the upcoming holidays? The Salvation Army will host two job fairs in mid-October to recruit full and part-time bell ringers for the upcoming Red Kettle Campaign. Here’s how you can get involved…To apply for a bell ringer position, applicants are required to attend one of the October [...]

Salvation Army Reaches Red Kettle Goal Thanks To You

Stu Allen — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:54:44 +0000

Thanks to the generous support of the people of Genesee County, the Salvation Army has surpassed their fund raising goal of $840,000 by more than $28 thousand. More than $93,000 of that came from pocket change, more than 4 tons of coins. I know there were times when I emerged from the grocery store with only a few coins in my pocket. Putting them in the Red Kettle along with lots of others truly made a difference.

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Starts Friday

Stu Allen — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 23:55:36 +0000

Friday, November 11th at noon the Salvation Army will kick off the 2011 Red Kettle Campaign with a special ceremony at their downtown offices in Flint. The local goal for 2011 will be announced then and light refreshments will be served. Last year, nearly 1 million dollars was raised to help families in need in Flint and Genesee County. The majority of the Salvation Army's funds come from the Red Kettle campaign, so they hope you can help when you see their bellringers.

Salvation Army Job Fair Next Week

J. Patrick — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:06:10 +0000

The Salvation Army of Genesee County is hosting a job fair to find bell ringers for the approaching holiday season. Applicants can apply next Wednesday, October 12th at two locations in Flint. To apply for a bell ringer position, applicants must be 18 years old and are required to attend one of two sessions on October 12th. If you are interested, click on "Read More" for the details.

The Salvation Army Still Needs Your Help

Erin Bishop — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 11:13:23 +0000

Donations are down over $23,000 from last year for The Salvation Army. The organization is looking to help 1,722 Genesee County families this year. This number is an increase of over 300 families from last year and the need continues to grow. The Salvation Army needs your support in helping families, so drop off some [...]