Rep. Fishbein Raises Money for Salvation Army

Continuing with Christmas tradition, State Representative Craig Fishbein (R-90) recently volunteered outside the Wallingford Stop and Shop to ring bells and raise money for local residents-in-nee­­­­d by collecting for the Salvation Army.

On a beautiful early December morning with unseasonably mild temperatures, Rep. Fishbein once again greeted shoppers with a smile and the gentle ring of bells as they hustled in and out for groceries. For more than an hour and a half, Rep. Fishbein talked, joked and encouraged donations for the red kettle.

If you were unable to make it in person, but still want to contribute, 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.

As a group, the Republican caucuses have raised more than $250,000 for the Salvation Army over the past decade. 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.