Sarnia's Salvation Army is thanking the community for coming through yet again during this year's Red Kettle Campaign.
After making one final push to hit their $135,000 goal on Friday, Captain Nancy Braye said they surpassed their target and over $140,000 has been donated.
"The week or so before Christmas is when we see the donations increase for sure, and that's what happened again this year. So we're just so grateful to the community for their generosity to the Salvation Army this year," said Braye. "Without these donations, of course, we're not able to assist other people in our community who need our help throughout the year."
Braye said the money will make a big difference locally.
"That money goes to our family services department, and specifically our food bank. We pay for a vast majority of the food we distribute throughout the year, so this money will help make sure our shelves are stocked," she said.
Braye said over the last few years, Salvation Army Sarnia has been able to surpass their goal because of the generosity of the community.
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