Salvation Army gets big response

To the editor:

Once again the community has demonstrated its generosity. Recently, the Salvation Army had a need for food and hygiene products for its pantry. With the help of KGMO and other media outlets, the word was put out to the community. The response we received was truly amazing. In total, more than 35,000 items were received.

A very special thank you goes to the Greek Society of Southeast Missouri State University and all the sororities and fraternities that participated. The effort of these groups produced more than 25,000 items. We also appreciated Schnucks Supermarket and Ford Groves for allowing their businesses to be used as collection sites. Through this cooperative effort, hundreds of individuals will be assisted through the summer months.

MAJ. MICHAEL T. THOMAS

Corps Officer

The Salvation Army

Cape Girardeau