In Haiti, for example, World Vision stocks blankets, clothes, food and other supplies that meet the standards for humanitarian relief in preparation for hurricane season. While it's true that blankets are often critical in recovery efforts, they are seldom in short supply. A warm cozy blanket seems like the next best thing to a hug. But when the disaster area is across the country or around the world, we search for ways to express our care and consolation from a distance. We wish we could take the survivors into our homes and into our arms for a warm, comforting hug. John Moore/Getty ImagesĪfter a catastrophic natural disaster, we are bombarded with footage of families and children who have lost everything, often including a loved one, in the tragedy. Most blanket donations come from suppliers or businesses. 1 by giving cash and a credit card donation.A policeman carries blankets donated by Ikea for people affected by Superstorm Sandy. (Devon Bidal/News Staff) Saanich Mayor Fred Haynes kicked off the Salvation Army’s 2020 Christmas Kettle Campaign outside municipal hall on Dec. 1 with an inaugural contactless donation. The Salvation Army’s 2020 Christmas Kettle Campaign includes a new $5 tap feature for pandemic-friendly donations. READ ALSO: The Salvation Army rings in Christmas Kettle Campaign in Victoriaĭo you have a story tip? Email: us on Twitter and Instagram, and like us on Facebook. “We can’t do it alone please find a kettle on the street and give generously if you are able to.”Ĭhristmas kettles can be found at various locations including Walmart, London Drugs and BC Liquor Stores.ĭonations are also accepted online at or by calling 1-80. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact lives, it is expected that the need for support will continue to grow at an alarming rate in the coming months,” says Mamic. “The funds from our Kettle program this month are going to be vital in order to meet that need.”Īll Christmas kettle donations remain in the community in which they are given. “In some areas, we are seeing a 200 to 300 per cent increase in people who need our support,” she said. Haynes emphasized that he knows many Saanich residents have their own favourite charities and give generously over the holidays every year but said donations will be even more important this year. He noted hopes to see people find ways to be kind to themselves and to those in need during this unusual holiday season amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s one of the charities that my wife, Cathy, and I have supported for many years.” “The Salvation Army, as many people know, is one of the major groups helping people who are struggling,” Haynes said. 1, Saanich Mayor Fred Haynes kicked off the campaign by giving the inaugural donation of the season – he contributed cash and gave a tap donation to demonstrate the contactless system at the kettle outside municipal hall. The Salvation Army provides food, clothing and shelter to vulnerable community members. Mamic emphasizes that COVID-19 has left many families in crisis and increased the the need for community support. This holiday season marks the 130th year of the Christmas Kettle Campaign, which aims to raise $21.6 million nation-wide. READ ALSO: Salvation Army officially opens Langford location “The reality is we still have to raise money to serve our communities and we hope this new technology is the answer to our worries this year,” said Patricia Mamic, Salvation Army spokesperson. Cash, changes and cheques are still accepted and extra cleaning protocols will be in place. with “touchless giving technology.” With a tap of a debit or credit card on a specified amount, community members across the province can safely donate to help millions living at or below the poverty level. In response to COVID-19 safety measures, the charity is equipping hundreds of kettles across B.C. The Salvation Army’s 2020 Christmas Kettle Campaign is little bit different this year.
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