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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The Jamestown Salvation Army celebrated their largest fundraiser with a kickoff Wednesday, November 1st.

A small group was addressed by Jamestown Mayor Katie Andersen and Major Tim Nauta at Newman Arena. Mayor Andersen opened up the kick off, sharing an inspiring quote from one of her favorite authors. She said the season was close approaching where the need in the area would be the greatest.

In previous years, the Salvation Army has set their Red Kettle campaign at $157,000. 90 cents of every dollar raised goes on to assist area families with their needs. Major Nauta says unfortunately, they have not been able to reach that goal.

Major Nauta says they have set their goal at $140,000. He says right now, they’re really looking for bell ringers to take a two hour shift at one of the six locations in Jamestown.

Bell ringing will begin November 17th. Nauta says the Salvation Army depends on the fundraiser to get them through the following year. So far, the Salvation Army has helped over 4,000 families and individuals so far this year.

Interested individuals can volunteer by calling 701-252-0290 or by visiting registertoring.com.