Bell ringers needed by Salvation Army of McHenry County

The Salvation Army of McHenry County, one of the largest social service providers, is in great need of more bell ringers this holiday season.

From the family that has come upon hard times to the homeless person in need of a meal to the individual who just needs a little help, The Salvation Army is there to provide assistance. Money raised from bell ringing is The Salvation Army's biggest source of income. It is this income that is needed to help McHenry County residents. Just a two-hour commitment is all that is asked of volunteers. Bell ringing is an opportunity to give back to McHenry County, get involved in the holiday season and have a lot of fun. Bell ringing locations are available throughout McHenry County.

Funds raised locally, stay local to support youth, adult, and senior programming, as well as emergency services and homeless prevention year-round. During the holiday season, funding supports a free community Thanksgiving dinner and toys for children in need. In 2017, The Salvation Army provided more than 10,000 gifts to 1,000 local children through the Christmas Toyland Shop and Angel Tree program. Support came from an all-volunteer bellringing program that raised over $200,000 in the red kettles last year due to the generosity of time from volunteers and donations from the community.

Volunteers are needed again this year and can go to www.registertoring.com to register or call (815) 455-2769 for more information.

The Salvation Army has served the communities in McHenry County for more than 27 years of dedicated service. The McHenry County Corps provides meals, clothing, school supplies, toys, financial, and spiritual assistance to individuals and families in need. The McHenry County Corps is in Crystal Lake at 290 W. Crystal Lake Ave. and is part of The Salvation Army Metropolitan Division.