Twin Cities Salvation Army says 2023 donations down $700K
There's still time to help create some Christmas magic this holiday season.
There's still time to help create some Christmas magic this holiday season.
During this season of giving, the Twin Cities Salvation Army reports charitable giving to the organization is currently down by nearly $700,000 from last year.
Pauleen Le visits Prince of Peace Church in Burnsville for an event that ensures thousands of families who are struggling to make ends meet can have a truly merry and bright Christmas.
The Salvation Army could really use your help as leaders say donations are down by nearly $700,000 from last year.
Capt. Josh Polanco, the Salvation Army's general secretary Twin Cities commander, says the need for their services is up 30% to 40% post-pandemic. He contributes that to the rising cost of living, unemployment and inflation.
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The Salvation Army service center set on fire last year will reopen for services this weekend.
The Salvation Army will have cooling centers open across the Twin Cities.
An excessive heat warning will be in place in the Twin Cities Tuesday and Wednesday as heat indices surpass 100. Anyone needing to stay cool will have options across the metro.
Some area residents have expressed concerns about money as the temperatures at or above 110 degrees continue.
The organization says inflation is driving up demand for services, but also driving down charitable giving. If you can help this week, all donations will be matched up to $1 million.
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At Prince of Peace Church in Burnsville, food shelf staffers say demand for food has been steadily increasing over the course of the last five months.
"There aren't as many people signing up to bell ring, but it's one of the safest volunteer opportunities out there," the Salvation Army's Angel Fields Mitchell said.
The Salvation Army hopes to raise $500,000 to provide a lifeline to people experiencing homelessness.
The Salvation Army needs donations to cover need this year – the organization is more than $700,000 behind in donations compared to last year.
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