Monday, November 30, 2009
Thankful Hearts And Salvation Army Need Help
KENTUCKY...
With registration still open, some 2,300 families are already signed up to receive toys from the Salvation Army, but, this year, the organization says, along with other charitable groups statewide, it's in need of help itself. Overall, donations to the Salvation Army are down although the money collected by bell ringers is up slightly from last year. Ginny Ramsey of the 14th. Annual Faith and Community Christmas Store says giving is still strong, but the question is whether it will keep up with the need. The Salvation Army says groups that help are feeling an everyday pinch, and more families are seeking help this year. Thankful Hearts Food Pantry in Pikeville says, along with food running low, the pantry is also having difficulty putting together its annual Christmas event which gives away toys and clothing.
With registration still open, some 2,300 families are already signed up to receive toys from the Salvation Army, but, this year, the organization says, along with other charitable groups statewide, it's in need of help itself. Overall, donations to the Salvation Army are down although the money collected by bell ringers is up slightly from last year. Ginny Ramsey of the 14th. Annual Faith and Community Christmas Store says giving is still strong, but the question is whether it will keep up with the need. The Salvation Army says groups that help are feeling an everyday pinch, and more families are seeking help this year. Thankful Hearts Food Pantry in Pikeville says, along with food running low, the pantry is also having difficulty putting together its annual Christmas event which gives away toys and clothing.
# posted by Homer Owens @ 8:01 PM 
