Posted on December 14, 2017
EAST LYME – While Saturday’s snow storm kept many Connecticut residents indoors, State Representative Holly Cheeseman (R-37) spent an hour outside Flander’s Stop and Shop in Niantic, ringing the bell for the Salvation Army as part of their long-honored tradition of fundraising to benefit those in need during the holiday season.
Rep. Cheeseman with Salvation Army Captain Jose Borrero of New London.
Rep. Cheeseman with Salvation Army Captain Jose Borrero of New London and Senator Paul Formica.
If you were unable to donate to Rep. Cheeseman’s kettle, you can still text “CTREP” to 71777 to donate directly to the House and Senate Republicans’ Red Kettle. You can also visit the Salvation Army’s website at www.salvationarmyusa.org to learn of other ways to do good this holiday season; for example, by donating cars, clothing, household goods, airline miles, bonds and stocks, or volunteering for the community.
Republican lawmakers have already raised nearly $40,000 for the Salvation Army this year. The Salvation Army responds to natural disasters such as wildfires and tornadoes, provides meals and toys to families in need, and conducts research and analyses regarding human needs around the country. They also provide adult rehabilitation, veteran services, elderly services, missing person searches, housing assistance, youth recreation, sponsorship, and support in the fight to end human trafficking.