PRESS RELEASE
10,000 Book Donations Needed
December 1, 2009 – The Salvation Army is looking for 10,000 new Christian-themed books for families registered to receive Christmas assistance this year. The books, along with toys and grocery gift cards, will be handed out at Salvation Army Toy Shops in the Twin Cities metro area beginning Dec. 17.
“We are looking for books that tell the true meaning of Christmas, or have a Christmas theme with an evangelical message,” said Major Darryl Leedom, commander of the Twin Cities Salvation Army. “We bought some of the books we need, but it’s not nearly enough. We have been providing books at Toy Shop for many years and would like to continue the tradition.”
Donations of new books are being accepted until Dec. 17 at Twin Cities metro area Northwestern Book Stores.
The books can also be placed inside toy collection bins at metro area Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club stores.
The Salvation Army thanks 98.5 KTIS radio for promoting the book drive to its listeners.
The Salvation Army is expecting to serve up to 12,000 families at its Toy Shops in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Burnsville and Roseville.
The Twin Cities Salvation Army serves more than 200,000 people a year through its 25 local centers of operation. Daily it serves 2,000 hot meals and shelters 850 people. More than 14,000 local volunteers help The Salvation Army provide a multitude of services, from child daycare to senior housing. To volunteer with The Salvation Army or to make a donation, please call 651-746-3400 or toll free at 800-SAL-ARMY. Checks made out to The Salvation Army may be sent to 2445 Prior Ave. N, Roseville, MN 55113. Click below to make an online donation.
