‘Do the most good’: Salvation Army kicks off 133rd Red Kettle campaign

ORLANDO, Fla. — People looking to help the needy while they are out shopping this holiday season should look out for the famous red kettles.

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The Salvation Army kicked off its 133rd Red Kettle campaign on Thanksgiving.

The organization said donations have declined in recent years.

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They blame the pandemic, inflation, and fewer people carrying cash.

The organization is now accepting donations through checks, or digitally with Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and Venmo.

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