Salvation Army call for Wagga public to help those in need as Red Shield Appeal set to get underway

The Salvation Army's annual Red Shield Appeal is set to get underway from next Monday.

Auxiliary Lieutenant David Hopewell said the Wagga community generously gave $25,000 last year and is hoping despite the economic climate, that the public will dig deep once again.

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"Times are hard, but we're urging people to be generous to support members of the community doing it tough," Aux Lieut Hopewell said.

"There are a number of ways the community can get involved including through the door knock, online fundraising or organising a collection at your school, workplace or sporting event."

Aux Lieut Hopewell said all money raised from the appeal stays in town with some of the funds used to support members of the community through winter.

"Lots of people out there are struggling and doing it pretty tough right now," he said.

To illustrate how bad things are right now, he said Salvation Army's local welfare arm Doorways is seeing "50 to 60 people a week."

"I would say that's doubled since last year," he said.

The Wagga community is already showing a united approach, with many groups backing the appeal, including local Rotary clubs, the Apex Club, Lions Club and the Kapooka Army Base.

Despite this, Aux Lieut Hopewell said they would gladly welcome more hands on deck.

"We always need more volunteers," he said.

The fundraiser will culminate with Red Shield weekend on May 20-21.

Those interested in helping out are encouraged to call David Hopewell on 6921 7895.

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