Sallies launch Adopt-A-Family plan -

Sallies launch Adopt-A-Family plan

Friday, October 12th, 2012

Struggling Invercargill families could be given some help this festive season through a sponsorship programme run by the Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army Invercargill Community Ministries has introduced its Adopt-A-Family programme, which gives businesses and individuals a chance to sponsor a family over Christmas by providing them with a hamper filled with food and treats.

Sponsors could also include gifts, especially for children, and treats such as chips, fruit and nuts.

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Tags: Invercargill, Poverty, Salvation Army, Social justice

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