Local Salvation Army kicks off Christmas season

ASHEBORO — The Salvation Army of Randolph County held its annual Christmas Kickoff event on Nov. 10 to officially launch the 2026 Christmas season and Red Kettle Campaign.

Community members, volunteers, donors and local partners gathered at the The Salvation Army Family Store, 472 East Dixie Dr, Asheboro, to help begin a season of hope for families throughout Randolph County.

The Christmas Kickoff marks the beginning of The Salvation Army’s most significant fundraising and service season of the year.

Funds raised through the Red Kettle Campaign support local programs that provide food assistance, utility and rent assistance, emergency services, youth programs, and Christmas assistance for families across Randolph County.

In addition to launching the Red Kettle Campaign, the event highlighted the community impact of The

Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program, which helps provide Christmas gifts and necessities for more than 1,000 children in Randolph County each year.

“Christmas is a time when our community comes together to care for neighbors who are facing difficult circumstances,” said Captain Joshua McKain, Corps Officer of The Salvation Army of Randolph County.

Opportunities to support The Salvation Army’s Christmas programs are available through volunteering, bell ringing, donations, and Angel Tree participation.

The Red Kettle Campaign will continue through Dec. 24 at locations throughout Randolph County.

Every dollar donated stays local and helps meet critical needs within the community.

For more information about volunteering, donating, or participating in Christmas programs, contact The Salvation Army of Randolph County at (336) 625-0551.