Vikings Players “Ignore No More” at Homeless Shelter

Minnesota Vikings defensive line coach Karl Dunbar and four of his players visited The Salvation Army Harbor Light Shelter Oct. 31 to show their support of the Army’s new “Ignore No More” campaign.

The players included defensive ends Otis Grigsby, Martail Burnett and Jayme Mitchell, and defensive tackle Fred Evans. The group gave away Vikings game tickets and apparel, while encouraging Harbor Light residents to work hard and have a positive attitude during their journey to self-sufficiency.

The Salvation Army launched Ignore No More last month to address the growing number of Twin Cities residents needing assistance. In the past year, Salvation Army food shelf use in the Twin Cities has surged nearly 70 percent. In addition, the number of people requiring Salvation Army social services has jumped 25 percent. 

“We are thankful for the Vikings’ efforts to embrace our friends in need during this time of increased economic strain,” said Major Darryl Leedom, Commander of the Twin Cities Salvation Army. “Rather than turning away from people in crises, the team chooses to Ignore No More.”

The Vikings regularly support The Salvation Army through financial donations, in-kind gifts, player visits, ticket giveaways, and more. Last month, wide receiver Robert Ferguson led a clothing drive that yielded 212 coats for children in need.

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