Vikings Battle Packers in Red Kettle Challenge
Hey, at least the Minnesota Vikings beat the Green Bay Packers on the field. Unfortunately, on Oct. 30, the Vikings lost to the Packers during The Salvation Army’s “Red Kettle Challenge.” (read more)

Rochester, Albert Lea Residents Sleep In Boxes
The night of Oct. 16 was as cold as it was eye-opening for Albert Lea and Rochester residents who built and then slept inside cardboard shelters to raise homeless awareness. (read more)

Target Corp. Renovates Child Wing of St. Paul Salvation Army Facility
In a time when resources are dwindling for children living in the Eastside neighborhood of St. Paul, support from Target Corp. has allowed the Payne Ave. Salvation Army to ramp up its outreach efforts.  
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Coats for Kids 2009 Warms Children's Hearts, Bodies
It was another stellar year for The Salvation Army’s Coats for Kids program. On Oct. 29, nearly 8,300 donated coats were distributed to as many children at 10 locations throughout the Twin Cities metro area.  (read more)

Wanted: Everything in Your Medicine Cabinet
The Twin Cities Salvation Army needs more hygiene products for people and families in need. “Lots more,” said Major Darryl Leedom, commander of the Twin Cities Salvation Army. “Right now our supplies are very low, yet demand is sky high.” (read more)