Salvation Army Windsor kicks off Christmas Kettle Campaign [Video]

The Salvation Army in Windsor kicked off its 2024 Christmas Kettle Campaign outside city hall with a proclamation and flag raising ceremony on Friday.

It’s the 138th consecutive year that the campaign has taken place, with a goal to raise $240,000.The Salvation Army in Windsor kicked off its 2024 Christmas Kettle Campaign outside city hall with a proclamation and flag raising ceremony on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (Chris Campbell/CTV News Windsor)

“The money that comes in stays in Windsor and we’re using that to help support families to promote dignity and give hope,” said Captain Nyree Bond, community ministries officer for the Salvation Army Windsor.

Last year, the Salvation Army surpassed their goal of $215,000 – raising $242,000 during the 2023 campaign.

The funds raised help support local programs and services that help individuals and families facing food insecurity and homelessness.

“Every donation to a Christmas kettle brings warmth, …