4 Quotes by Melissa Temme

We have seen spikes in giving based off of those things (television telethons for Katrina families).

A lot of people think we take items and give them to people in need. Most often, we sell them in the thrift store. And all those proceeds go to a very specific service: drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers.

It's a wonderful way the community can partner with the Salvation Army to make sure there's something under the tree.

If you have an item you think is OK, but are unsure, you can contact your local thrift store and they can let you know if they have the capability to repair items.