An anonymous donor will provide a generous match grant to The Salvation Army of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan’s (WUM) COVID-19 response efforts.
In order to receive the $125,000 donation, WUM must raise up to $125,000 in cash donations from April 13 until June 1, 2020.
“With a record number of layoffs and reduced work hours, the need for assistance continues to rise. Providing meals for hungry families, the elderly and children out of school is a top priority,” said Major Steve Woodard, Milwaukee County Coordinator. “Your donations will help us respond quickly to the most vulnerable among us.”
Based on national averages:
- A $10 donation feeds a person in need for one day
- A $30 donation provides one food box containing staple foods for a family of four
- A $250 donation can provide a hot, to-go meal to 100 people
Here’s how you can help:
- Mail: Send a check to The Salvation Army, 11315 W. Watertown Plank Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226 and in the memo write “CV19 Help WUM”
- Online: https://donate.salvationarmywi.org/WUMCovid19Donations
- Text: Text WUM to 24365
Reprinted with permission.