Ring a Bell, Light a Life: Share Love and Hope with Families This Christmas

Imagine a child, facing crisis, opening a gift on Christmas morning and feeling truly seen, known, and loved. Or a family breaking free from the cycles of poverty that have held them for generations, finally able to hope and thrive. Or a person with special needs finding a place where they are known, loved, and given worth when so many other doors have been closed to them. That’s the power of the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle program — and you can be part of it.

Every shift spent ringing a bell helps bring hope and joy to 350 local families and 1,200 children, giving them personal Christmas gifts and letting them know they are seen, known, and loved. And the impact doesn’t stop at Christmas — your efforts support programs that reach over 56,000 people in East Pierce County throughout the year. Each ring of the bell sends a message of care, compassion, and community.

This year, record-breaking rain and flooding have made it harder to raise funds, with many volunteers unable to ring and fewer shoppers out at the stores. As we enter the final 10 days of the season, we still need to raise $42,413.15 to meet our goal and continue providing hope to those who need it most.

Volunteering is simple, fun, and welcoming to everyone — no experience required! You can sign up for a shift at RegisterToRing.com. The site will not show same-day availability, but if you have short-notice availability, we always have spots open — please text us at (833) 599-9830, and we’ll connect you with a shift. Even an hour of your time makes a meaningful difference.

If you’ve been personally affected by these floods, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Join us this holiday season and experience the joy of giving firsthand. By ringing a bell, you’re not just collecting donations — you’re spreading hope, love, and community to thousands of people across East Pierce County.

About the Salvation Army Puyallup Valley Corps:
The Salvation Army Puyallup Valley Corps serves East Pierce County by providing over $2,500,000 in direct assistance each year to families and individuals in need. Programs include:

• Hope Market: A relational, community-centered, guest-choice food pantry that feels like a neighborhood store.
• Hope Café: Breaking down loneliness by providing a hot meal, daily activities, and a place where guests feel valued and nourished.
• Hope Garden: Fresh produce and gardening programs that support community health and wellness.
• Ready-to-Go Canteen: A food truck that responds to disaster incidents and emergency needs.
• Youth Programs: Weekly group and individual music lessons, character-building troop programs, residential summer camp experiences, and teen leadership and discipleship opportunities.

Through these programs, the Puyallup Valley Corps meets physical, emotional, and spiritual needs year-round, offering hope and community to thousands of people in East Pierce County.