MARION – The Salvation Army and Walmart are once again partnering to bring holiday cheer and hope to families in need across our area.
Through in-store and online giving opportunities, customers can make a meaningful difference for children and families this Christmas season.
Holiday Engagement Opportunities
• Red Kettle Campaign | November 15 – December 23
The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettles return to Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Shoppers can donate cash or give digitally to support programs providing food, shelter, and hope year-round. Go to www.registertoring.com if you are interested in bell ringing for The Salvation Army at a Walmart or Sam’s location.
• Angel Tree | October 14 – December 10
Customers can select an Angel Tree tag at the Marion, IL, Walmart store to purchase gifts for a local child in need — or visit Walmart.com/AngelTree to give online (November 15 – December 15). Gifts are distributed by The Salvation Army in Williamson County to ensure every child experiences the joy of Christmas morning. We expect to distribute toys to over 300 children this Christmas season!
• Holiday Meal Donation | October 21 – December 24
Online shoppers can add a $5, $15, or $25 donation at checkout on Walmart.com to help support efforts to provide meals for families in need.
• Online Round-Up | December 2 – December 24
From December 1–24, Walmart shoppers can round up their online or in-app purchase total to the nearest dollar, with every cent supporting The Salvation Army’s local programs through the Red Kettle Campaign. Money is used to help with rent and utility assistance. All money raised in Southern Illinois stays in Southern Illinois!
New this year, Walmart will match customer giving through two special opportunities:
• One-Click Donation Match: Up to $500,000 in matching through December 24.
• Online Round-Up Match: Up to $1 million in matching funds from December 2–24.
These matching initiatives allow shoppers to double their impact and help even more families this holiday season.
‘Thanks to Walmart and the generosity of local shoppers, The Salvation Army in Southern Illinois, can ensure families experience hope, joy, and love this Christmas,’ said Darla Harms, Associate Director.
For more than 40 years, Walmart and The Salvation Army have partnered to bring hope to millions across the country. Through initiatives like Angel Tree and the Red Kettle Campaign, children have unwrapped gifts on Christmas morning, and families have shared warm meals—all made possible by the generosity of Walmart and Sam’s Club customers and members.