The Salvation Army of Hannibal kicks off Tree of Lights Christmas campaign

November 25, 2023 | By Muddy River News

Pictured from left are Cadet Donald Cooper, Capt. Linnea Forney and Christmas Campaign chair Eddie Lennox. A goal of $122,000 was announced for the 2023 campaign. | Photo courtesy of Salvation Army of Hannibal

HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Salvation Army kicked off the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas Kick-Off event on Nov. 16 at The Rialto. Campaign chairs Eddie and Tracy Lennox were introduced along with the announcement of the campaign goal of $122,000.

In a press release, Eddie Lennox said, “We believe God commands us to be the light in this dark world.”

“We are dedicated to making a difference during our time as campaign chairs for The Salvation Army,” added Tracy Lennox.

The Salvation Army provides a variety of programs and services to assist families in need in the counties of Marion, Ralls, Lewis, Monroe and Shelby. Following are a few examples of ways The Salvation Army has given a hand up to neighbors in need:

3,351 people received assistance from The Salvation Army of Hannibal
1,493 food boxes were distributed
14 families received utility assistance
15 families received rent assistance
369 items of clothing were distributed

During the 2022 Christmas season:

668 families received Christmas food boxes
1,335 toys were distributed in partnership with Toys for Tots of Northeast Missouri
Volunteers are essential to the Christmas season and assist with many Christmas programs and activities, especially bell ringing

Contact Tina Lewis for more information about volunteer opportunities at 217-231-5626. To register to ring bells, visit RegisterToRing.com.