You’ll soon see Salvation Army red kettles at various stores across Columbia.
The 2026 red kettle kickoff is Saturday morning at 11 in Columbia Mall’s café court. Salvation Army of Columbia Major Merrill Powers says these funds help keep their programs going all year:
“We have opportunities for families to take advantage of our baby pantry needing diapers, formula (and) any specific baby items. We have vouchers we can provide to our thrift store for household needs or clothing,” Major Powers says.
He joined 939 the Eagle’s Mike Murphy in-studio on the “Eagle Eye Drive at 5.”
The Red Kettle campaign supports neighbors in need in Columbia throughout the year. The campaign runs through Christmas Eve. The Salvation Army says volunteer bell ringers are still needed.