The Salvation Army raised $22 million dollars nationally during their 124th Christmas Kettle Campaign.

Here in Thompson close to $32,000 was raised, which is a $4000 jump from the year before. Roy Bladen with the Thompson Salvation Army thanked everyone who opened their hearts, and says the money will go towards their services.

Currently, he says they accepting food donations, which can be dropped off at a box setup near Safeway.