Elkhart Salvation Army to kick off their Red Kettle Season

WHAT

The Elkhart Salvation Army officially begins their 2025 holiday campaign 
with a kickoff event featuring special guests Elkhart City Mayor Rob 
Roberson, local radio personality Laura Smith of 95.3 MNC Michiana’s 
Morning News Show, and Advisory Board president, Gina Storm. This event 
is open to the public and will feature sharing the local mission, impact, and 
goal. Opportunities for support, including bell ringing, will be highlighted. 
Refreshments will be provided.

WHY

The Salvation Army is the largest non-governmental social service provider 
in the country, directly supporting nearly 24 million Americans each year 
and more than 10,000 persons in Elkhart, LaGrange, and Steuben Counties
through a variety of programs. The organization’s mission is funded by 
donations and grants. The Christmas Campaign helps secure much-needed 
funding to continue fulfilling the mission of meeting human need during the 
holidays as well as throughout the rest of the year.

WHEN

Friday, November 7, 2025 11:00 am – 11:45 am 
Media representatives are invited to attend. Interviews and photo 
opportunities will be available. Contact Ron Sherck at 574-970-0088
ron.sherck@usc.salvationarmy.org for more information.

WHERE 

300 North Main, Elkhart, IN 46516
More information about National Salvation Army Week and The Salvation 
Army’s service programs is available online at saelkhart.org.