December 14, 2015

Betts, Pavalock Ring the Bells for Salvation Army

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Bristol – State Representatives Whit Betts (R-Bristol, Plymouth) and Cara Pavalock (R-Bristol) participated in the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. In the time-honored tradition of ringing the bells for donations, they collected donations as they greeted holiday shoppers during the hour-long event on Monday December 7 at Walmart located at 1400 Farmington Avenue, Bristol, CT. Walmart plans to match the donation.

“This is our second year participating in this great event and I continued to be moved and inspired by the generosity of the people in our community,” said Rep. Betts, who again donned a festive Christmas hat and garland scarf to get the attention of passersby. “I want to thank all of the holiday shoppers who stopped by and gave from the heart. The funds collected this evening, in addition to those collected throughout the holiday season by the Salvation Army, will go a long way to helping those in need.”

“For many of the families in our community, the holidays can be a particularly difficult time of year financially,” said Rep. Pavalock. “I’m honored to again participate in Red Kettle Campaign and support this very worthy cause. There is a real need out there, and I am grateful to the Salvation Army for its continued support of the residents in our greater community, not just at the holidays, but throughout the year.”

Betts and Pavalock were joined by Salvation Army Lieutenant Taylor Senak of the Bristol Corps, along with Salvation Army members Craig Morgan and his son, Paul Morgan. The Red Kettle Campaign collects donations from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve. Funds raised go to local Salvation Army centers and help provide holiday dinners, clothing and toys for families in need. Funding sometimes stretches beyond the holiday season and donations can provide aid for families, seniors and the homeless throughout the year.

The Salvation Army operates 7,546 centers in communities across the United States. These include food distribution, disaster relief, rehabilitation centers, anti-human trafficking efforts, and a wealth of children’s programs. The Red Kettle Campaign began in 1891 and raises millions of dollars each year during the holiday season.

For more information on the program visit: www.salvationarmyusa.org.
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