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Lethbridge's Holiday Charity Drives Bring Joy to Thousands in Need

A record-breaking $238,000 raised by The Salvation Army is just one way Lethbridge proved kindness shines brightest at Christmas. Over 3,000 kids and 200+ seniors felt the love.

The image shows a group of children standing around a Christmas tree, with a trolley filled with...
The image shows a group of children standing around a Christmas tree, with a trolley filled with gifts to the right, a wall with a photo frame in the background, and curtains framing the scene.

Lethbridge's Holiday Charity Drives Bring Joy to Thousands in Need

Holiday charity drives in Lethbridge have brought festive cheer to thousands this year. Local organisations worked hard to ensure children, seniors, and families in need enjoyed a brighter Christmas. From toy donations to community meals, residents stepped up to support their neighbours.

The Salvation Army set a fundraising target of $220,000 for its annual kettle campaign. Generous donations from Lethbridge residents pushed the total to $238,000—surpassing the goal by $18,000. The extra funds will help provide gifts and meals for families facing hardship.

Lethbridge Family Services ran the Angel Tree fundraiser, aiming to raise $180,000. Each gift bundle, valued between $80 and $100, supported over 3,000 children across the city. Thanks to community contributions, hundreds of youngsters will wake up to presents on Christmas morning.

Meanwhile, the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO) brought holiday joy to older residents. Through the Golden Giving Tree, 207 seniors received gifts tailored just for them. The LSCO also extended an open invitation to a Christmas Day dinner, ensuring no one spent the holiday alone.

The broader Christmas Hope campaign united multiple charities, from food banks to toy drives. While exact numbers of participating nonprofits remain unclear, the combined efforts helped thousands experience a happier holiday season.

The success of these campaigns means more children will unwrap gifts, more seniors will feel remembered, and more families will share a warm meal. With donations exceeding expectations, Lethbridge has shown how community spirit can make the season brighter for those in need.

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