Butler Radio Network Stations to Compete to Raise Funds for The Salvation Army Butler Red Kettle Campaign: Hope Marches On
November 22, 2021 (Butler, PA) – The Salvation Army and Butler Radio Network are partnering during a Red Kettle Fundraising Challenge taking place between three radio stations, including WISR, WBUT, and The ROCK Station!
The competition runs from Nov. 27 through Dec. 4. Donors and participants will help The Salvation Army Butler Worship and Service Center reach its goal of raising $89,000 during this year’s Red Kettle Campaign, with all donations remaining in the local community.
Each radio station has a goal to raise $1,000 each through virtual kettles and physical kettles located at the Butler Radio Network building; a combined goal of $3,000 raised by the Butler Radio Network.
Donations can be made online supporting each station’s fundraising goal beginning Nov. 27 at the following links or by texting to give:
WISR: Text to Give: “WISR” to 71777
Donation Link: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/WISR
WBUT: Text to Give: “WBUT” to 71777
Donation Link: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/WBUT
The ROCK Station: Text to Give: “Rock977” to 71777
Donation Link: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Rock977
“We are so excited for this competition to kick off Nov. 27 and we know it will give the community a chance to donate in new and fun ways to our Red Kettle Campaign,” said Major Darlene Means, Commanding Officer, The Salvation Army Butler Worship and Service Center. “We are so grateful for Butler Radio Network’s Support as every donation amount makes a difference. May the best radio station win!”
During Fiscal Year 2020 The Salvation Army Butler Worship and Service Center:
- Served 9,790 men, women, and children
- Provided 21,425 snacks
- Provided 15,750 meals
- Provided 1,168 grocery orders
- Provided 2,021 toys for local children
The Salvation Army’s Annual Red Kettle Campaign: Hope Marches On supports families and individuals in need in YOUR community with year-round assistance:
- Utility, Rental, and Food Assistance
- Clothing and Other Basic Needs
- Summer Camp Programs for Youth and Seniors
- Holiday Meals and Christmas Gifts for Children
For more information on Butler Radio Network, visit https://butlerradio.com/
Celebrating over 150 years of global service as both a church and a social service organization, The Salvation Army began in London, England in 1865. Today, it provides critical services in 132 countries worldwide. The 28-county Western Pennsylvania Division serves thousands of needy families through a wide variety of support services. To learn more about The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania, log on to www.wpa.salvationarmy.org The Salvation Army: doing the most good for the most people in the most need.
Contact:
Stephanie Rex, Director of Marketing and Public Relations
The Salvation Army Western Pennsylvania Division
Email | Office: (412) 446-1642 | Cell: (412) 463-2942