Milford GOP Lawmakers Raise Funds for Salvation Army

State Representatives Pam Staneski & Charles Ferraro participated in the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign and collected $253.00 by ringing bells for donations on Thursday December 17th at the Walmart located at 1365 Boston Post Road, Milford, CT. Walmart will match the donations dollar for dollar.

Staneski and Ferraro were joined by the Foran Keyettes, the Keyettes is a service club at Foran High School, open to girls in all grades. The Keyettes sang Christmas Carols with the State Representatives during the bell ringing event.

Staneski said in a prepared statement, “I want to thank everyone who came out to make a donation. Together, we can combine donations of all sizes to accomplish incredible things in our Milford community. I am thankful for the opportunity to support this organization and for the overwhelming generosity of our neighbors.”

“Our intention was not only to collect donations, but also to spread holiday cheer and remind people of the amazing work the Salvation Army does. By getting out into the community, singing our holiday music and ringing bells, we definitely accomplished our goal,” said Rep. Ferraro in a prepared statement.

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.