Recession brings out Salvation Army kettles in July

Recession brings out Salvation Army kettles in July

KNOXVILLE (WATE) -- Due to the recession, the Salvation Army will bring out the Red Kettles for a first time ever summer campaign in Knoxville.

Volunteers will ring bells on Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 at four Kroger locations:

• Knox Plaza in Bearden
• Middlebrook Pike at Cedar Bluff
• Northshore Drive at Pellissippi Parkway
• Kroger Marketplace in Farragut

Officials say the recession has been hard on local non-profits.

"Some of our major corporate donors have closed their doors this year," explained Knoxville Area Commander Major Don Vick in a press release.

"While our donations have been somewhat flat, our requests for assistance have increased dramatically," Vick added.

The Salvation Army is counting on volunteers to get the job done. Interested groups or individuals should call (865)-971-4907 to get registered.

Donations for the Salvation Army are also accepted online or by mail. Click here if you'd like to help.