Folks, the Kettle's feeling mighty empty...
Revenues are way down this season for the Salvation Army; partly because of "giving fatigue" resultant of two major back-to-back hurricanes; and partly because their kettles have been banned from what were former places of revenue.
As I have stated before, the percentage of proceeds that actually goes to the people they purport to help is nothing less than phenomenal. They are the real article. Currently, I have a goal of $100 for my "kettle", and there's $53.00 so far toward that goal (a hem... err... $53.00 of my own money). If you can see your way clear to do so, please click on the kettle and donate, even if it's only a few bucks. A few bucks from a lot of people can go a long way toward helping those in need. And if per chance you get to pass a kettle during your Christmas rush, please take time to make a donation. Most of the Salvation Army's yearly proceeds to meet local operating expenses actually come from the kettle drive.
Thanks for reading. And, for donating!
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***UPDATE****
Thanks to Jon, The Night Writer, for his generous donation!!
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