Salvation Army of the Midlands’ Annual Christmas Campaign to Kickoff

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - South Carolinians will soon see the red buckets meant to collect donations for those in need traditionally seen during every holiday season.

The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas campaign kicked off, marking the start of the holiday donations

The event was held on the north grounds and front stairs of the South Carolina State House at 11:45 a.m. Monday.

The event will also feature a live performance by the Columbia International University concert choir and remarks from Daniel Rickenmann.

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was awarded The Salvation Army Bell-Ringer Commendation Award during the event.

You can see the full event below:

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