The Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Campaign kicks off Oct. 1. The annual campaign raises funds for year-round social services and support, and showcases the dedication and generosity of our region. There are many opportunities to be a part of St. Louis' Christmas story and help our most marginalized neighbors. 

In 2025, the St. Louis community including dozens of corporate partners showed up, raising more than $4.8 million for our Red Kettle Campaign -- not only through monetary donations, but also volunteers, prayers and acts of service -- and we are so grateful.

The needs of our community persist, though. This holiday season, there are so many ways for you to help.

Red Kettle Kickoff and Tree Lighting

Join us on Saturday, Nov. 21, as we kick off the Christmas season in the St. Louis area. This premier event includes a shared meal, stunning views of the tree lighting in Kiener Plaza. By attending the Red Kettle Kickoff, you can be the gift our neighbors so desperately need. Tickets are available for purchase online here, we hope to see you there!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Every year, we invite corporate and individual sponsors to explore ways we might partner to do the most good in St. Louis.

Contact Director of Corporate Relations and Board Development Andy Bundesen, CFRE, for additional information, or visit our Corporate Partnerships page to learn more.

andrew.bundesen@usc.salvationarmy.org / 314.646.3019

Register to Ring

The Salvation Army invites you to volunteer your time and register to ring with us this holiday season! Shifts are available throughout the region at your favorite retailers in two-hour increments. Just two hours ringing bells can help raise enough money to feed a family of four for a week. Gather your friends and family, dust off those ugly sweaters and have some fun -- all for a good cause! 2026 schedules are now available - visit our Volunteer site to sign up!

Special Bellringing Groups

Throughout the bellringing season, we dedicate days to community groups and businesses to help them demonstrate their commitment to 'doing the most good' in St. Louis. Consider joining us! Full schedule coming soon.

Angel Tree Toy Town

Each year, we provide Christmas gifts to more than 6,500 children in St. Louis City and County alone.

We invite you to host a toy drive, shop our Walmart and Amazon wish lists, or volunteer with us. Please contact Angel Tree Coordinator Lauren Shelton with questions at Lauren.Shelton@usc.salvationarmy.org. 

LEARN MORE

Make A Gift The Salvation Army invites you to participate in our Red Kettle Campaign! Make a transformation gift via a red kettle at one of our local retail partners between Thanksgiving and Christmas, or make a donation online to our virtual red kettle. All donations stay local.  DONATE NOW

Thank you to our Corporate Partners!