The Salvation Army of Evansville has announced a special local match that will multiply your gift as the annual Red Kettle campaign reaches its final stretch.
As Christmas draws closer, several individuals in the Evansville community have offered to boost every donation made over the next week. Every dollar donated through the campaign is used right here to provide food, shelter, clothing, and Christmas gifts for those in need.
In a press release, the Salvation Army of Evansville detailed an exciting new element of their Red Kettle Campaign, which will take place at all Red Kettles starting on Thursday, December 19, and running through Christmas Eve. Thanks to the combined efforts of several anonymous local donors, over $63,000 is available to be unlocked as part of their new matching challenge. All large bills ($20 and up) will be matched 5:1, turning any $20 donation into $100. Donations smaller than $20, from $10 bills down to pennies, will still be matched 1:1, doubling the impact of even the humblest of gifts.
“It’s not just about giving, but inspiring others to join the cause,” said Captain Brandon Lewis, Corps Officer & Southwest Indiana Area Coordinator for The Salvation Army. “This 5:1 match ensures generosity will be magnified throughout the year to meet need wherever it appears. Together we can make a difference, one dollar at a time!”
