Salvation Army reports a surge in requests for holiday help
By Julie Wurth
Thursday December 11, 2008
Heather Coit
Carle Foundation Hospital workers Diann Wingler, left, and Nancy Ballard find a temporary place to put toys donated Wednesday by Peggie Malloy of Champaign, visible in the background, during the all-day, drive-through Carle/Salvation Army toy drive at the WDWS/WHMS radio station in Champaign.
CHAMPAIGN – Last Christmas, 650 families received free toys and food through The Salvation Army's annual holiday giveaway.
This year, amid tough economic times, 950 families have signed up – almost a 50 percent increase.
"It's huge," said Salvation Army envoy Mike Fuqua.
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