The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia’s Annual Red Kettle Kick-Off Festival

Join The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia for its annual Red Kettle Kick-Off Festival on Saturday, Nov. 19, which will launch another crucial holiday season of fundraising to benefit thousands of Philadelphians in need. The Salvation Army’s classic large Red Kettle will be set up at Love Park during the festival, where passersby can put in a donation. Attendees can enjoy food and beverages from The Christmas Village in Love Park, live music from the Salvation Army Brass Band and other musical groups, as well as meet and take photos with Gritty, the mascot of The Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia TV news personalities, and more. Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, Salvation Army officials, and others will provide remarks at the event.

Not only do funds raised in the Red Kettles help The Salvation Army in Greater Philadelphia provide holiday assistance in the form of rent, food, shelter, and toy distribution – they also help the organization sustain its many services and programs year-round, range from food pantries and distribution programs to shelter and housing support, case management services, recreation and education programs for youth, anti-human trafficking assistance, and much more. Last year, The Salvation Army in Greater Philadelphia served more than 85,000 local individuals in need.

In addition to giving in-person, individuals can also give online throughout the season to The Salvation Army’s Virtual Red Kettle, here: http://salarmy.us/GreaterPhiladelphiaRedKettle