Salvation Army Christmas campaign

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) - The Salvation Army wants to make sure every local family has a hot meal on the table this holiday season.

Organizers launched the annual Christmas Food Basket campaign Monday at the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Dayton.

More than 25,000 people in need will be fed thanks to your donations to the Salvation Army.

The first sign up for the holiday food baskets was overwhelming.

"So far, it's going very smoothly. I didn't anticipate we would increase this year and we are hit very hard. Today, Monday, is usually a slower day, but not today. Today, we're packed," said Major Barbara Duperree, Associate Kroc Center Administrator.

You can still sign up for a food basket Wednesday, November 7 through Friday, November 9 from 9:00 am until Noon at the Kroc Center.

You must bring a photo ID and a Social Security card for each adult and child in your home.

Proof of income and proof of your current address are also needed.

Call #528-5200 for more information.