The Salvation Army in Bloomington-Normal said Wednesday it fell short of its holiday fundraising campaign goal.
The agency provides services such as the Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter, a food pantry, an emergency assistance program for rent, utility, prescription drug, fuel and clothing help, and a variety of youth programs.
Development Director Angie Bubon said 87% of the agency's $515,000 goal has been raised, or a total of $448,679.
"The Red Kettles continued to see a decrease in funds raised this year due to many on-going factors — consumers carrying less cash, and more online shopping, which means less foot traffic in shopping areas, and the continued economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic," said Bubon.
Donations to the Christmas Campaign will continue to be counted through the end of the year, Bubon said.
