The Spirit of Christmas
A message from Major Brian Bishop:
Dear Friends,
We thank God for you every day! Without you we could not have done it. This year we were able to serve over 750 families with our Christmas Assistance program. These families consist of individuals, seniors, youth and children. Our Kettle campaign raised $270,000.00, which includes proceeds from the Kettles, online and mail in donations and foundation support. All funds will be used to support the programming and services here in Central York Region all through the year. This is a wonderful outcome. 
To each one who took the time to do what they could to help, thank you and God bless you for your efforts. To everyone who dug deep and donated what they could, thank you and may God bless each of you too.
We recognize that as the population growth continues in Central York Region so does the need. As The Salvation Army we continue to prepare ourselves to support the struggles that so many in our communities face. As we look forward to the new year, we are aware that there are challenges ahead. Our facility is too small and we are underway with our expansion project including our first request to the residents of Central York 
Region in our 125 year presence, for capital fund support . We have secured and identified 6.5 million dollars towards this expansion initiative, and we are soliciting your support of the remaining 1 million dollars needed to achieve our financial objective of 7.5 million dollars. This facility will embrace the growing reality of those in need in our community and provide holistic support and care. Again, without you we cannot do it. If you are able or know someone who might be able to assist us with our expansion, please contact us or go to www.hopeforothers.com.
Happy New Year!
Brian
You Can Still Donate Online! See below:
DONATE ONLINE
Now you can choose your favourite kettle location and donate online!
Newmarket Locations:
Click here to donate to the Upper Canada Mall Food Court Kettle
Click here to donate to the Upper Canada Mall Upper Escalator Kettle
Click here to donate to the Upper Canada Mall Lower Escalator Kettle
Click here to donate to the Costco Kettle
Click here to donate to the Real Canadian Superstore Kettle
Click here to donate to the Home Hardware Kettle
Click here to donate to the Yonge and Davis LCBO Kettle
Click here to donate to the Leslie Street LCBO Kettle
Aurora Locations:
Click here to donate to the Aurora Town Hall Kettle
Click here to donate to the Home Depot Kettle
Click here to donate to the Bayview LCBO Kettle
Click here to donate to the Walmart Superstore Kettle
Click here to donate to the Metro Kettle
Click here to donate to the Yonge Street LCBO Kettle
Click here to donate to the Beer Store Kettle
Click here to donate to the Real Canadian Superstore Kettle
Christmas Kettle Campaign
Every year, The Salvation Army raises money through its Christmas kettles in support of programs and services for Newmarket, Aurora and East Gwillimbury.
Volunteers and businesses are needed for this very important opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of so many families and individuals in need within our communities. Please give or help.
To volunteer for our upcoming Kettle Campaign beginning in November complete and send in our volunteer application.
For more information about getting involved or to discuss how your business or school can help us make a difference this Christmas, call or email our Christmas Kettle Coordinator: glennannephillips@rogers.com 905-751-3493
Santa Shuffle - 5km Fun Run
Run or walk in support of The Salvation Army in this fun, family event held on the first Saturday morning of December.
In partnership with The Running Room, you can register to participate in a worthwhile cause and have fun whether as a child, adult, family, high school group, business team or running club.
For more information on this national event in support of The Salvation Army, visit www.santashuffle.com
Carols of Celebration
Christmas is the time for The Salvation Army Northridge Community Church to hold its annual Christmas concert as a way to simply say “thanks” to the community for all its support and also as a means of recognizing the partners, volunteers and donors that make it possible to help others in Newmarket, Aurora and East Gwillimbury.
Christmas Assistance
In one of the largest initiatives of its kind in York Region, The Salvation Army Northridge Community Church gifts toys to children in need throughout the communities of Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury and the surrounding areas.
Registration is required for this program, which provides food and clothing assistance as well. Click for our Christmas Assistance Application if you need assistance at Christmas.
Partnered support opportunities for individuals, service groups and businesses are key to making this program a reality. Whether through family sponsorship, toy/food drives and donations or through needed financial contributions, you and/or your company or organization can make a difference in the life of a child today!
Christmas Parades
Volunteer for a Christmas highlight this year. Parades are held in November in Newmarket, Aurora and East Gwillimbury. Nothing will raise your spirits more than contributing your time and helping in this fun, family event.
Complete and send in our volunteer application and get involved today!
