Vilas County Salvation Army

11/09/2026

🔔 Gather your friends, teammates, or fellow members and help make a difference right here in the Eagle River community!

🎄 Scout Troops
🎄 Youth Sports Teams
🎄 School & Student Organizations
🎄 Service Clubs
🎄 Youth Groups
🎄 Businesses, Families & Friends

The Salvation Army's **Red Kettle Campaign** is looking for volunteers to ring bells at local Eagle River locations this holiday season!

❤️ Just **2 hours** of your time
📍 5 locations throughout Eagle River
📅 November 13 – December 24
🔔 All ages and abilities welcome!

It's a simple, fun way to spend time together while helping neighbors in our own community.

**Ready to make a difference? Sign up today!**

🌐 https://volunteer.central.salvationarmyusa.org/

Search for zip code 54521

A couple of bells, two hours, and your group can help spread a whole lot of Christmas cheer! 🎄❤️

11/07/2026

❤️ We are so thankful for our wonderful toy drop-off locations and the continued generosity of our community! Your support helps make Christmas a little brighter for local children and families. 🎁

Still need to register your family to receive gifts this Christmas? You can register here: https://shorturl.at/6tVfG

Thank you to Demmer Memorial Library and everyone helping make this program possible! ❤️

It’s that time of year already! It’s time for the Vilas County Salvation Army Angel Tree toy drive! Stop at the Demmer, check out the Angel Tree, and help make Christmas a little brighter for a local children and families. 🎁✨

Make sure to drop off the unwrapped gift at the Demmer by December 18!

11/06/2026

Bell ringing starts in 1 week! Reserve your time to make a difference!

❤️ Two hour shifts
📍 5 locations throughout Eagle River
🎄 November 13 through December 24
🙌 Individuals, students, families, groups, all ages and abilities welcome!

⭐️ NEW Online Sign-Up Process!

Click the link below and enter ZIP code 54521 to view available shifts and sign up!

🔗 Sign Up Here: https://volunteer.central.salvationarmyusa.org/

Can't ring? Please share to help spread the word!

11/02/2026

🧥 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻! 🧤

Winter is coming, and the Eagle River Rotary Club's Warm The Children program is preparing to help local children stay warm!

Families in need of winter clothing for their children can apply online now at: https://www.eagleriverrotary.com/warm-the-children/. Applications are also available the Vilas County News-Review office and at school offices.

10/03/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Vilas County / Three Lakes Salvation Army Toy Program, which provides new toys for children ages 18 and under across the Northland Pines, Phelps, and Three Lakes School Districts.

Families experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to register online at: https://shorturl.at/6tVfG

Santa’s Workshop is by appointment only (no children) and will take place December 18 and 19, offering parents the chance to select gifts their children will enjoy.

07/11/2026

🛑🛑 Cancelled! Due to the heat, the races are being canceledm! Stay cool!🛑🛑

🏁 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🎟️

The Vilas County / Three Lakes Salvation Army is looking for a few more volunteers to help sell 50/50 raffle tickets at Eagle River Speedway on Tuesday, July 14.

Volunteers need to arrive by 5:00 p.m.

✅ Free admission to the races
✅ Sell tickets until halftime
✅ Can count toward school volunteer hours
✅ Volunteer alone, with a friend or family!

This is a fun and easy way to support the Vilas County / Three Lakes Salvation Army while enjoying the races!

Please reach out if you’re interested!!

04/23/2026

01/03/2026

The Share-A-Heart Toy Program was made possible by an incredible group of volunteers who helped coordinate donations, set up Santa’s Workshop, support families throughout the event, and help through cleanup. Your generosity of time, energy, and spirit made a meaningful difference for local families!

We want to extend a special thank you to Barb and Bill Leveille, the Northland Pines School District’s National Honor Society students, and the Eagle River Girl Scouts for your enthusiasm, kindness, and willingness to jump in wherever help was needed. You truly embodied the spirit of service and community.

While we didn’t capture photos of every volunteer, these images represent the many hands and hearts that made this program such a success. Thank you all for helping make the season brighter for our community. ❤️🎁

01/02/2026

🇺🇸 Thank You, Veterans Resource Center, Eagle River, WI! We are incredibly grateful to the Veterans Resource Center for opening their doors and welcoming us so warmly during the Share-A-Heart Toy Program once again. 🎄

Their generosity in allowing us to use their space made it possible for us to distribute toys to local families in a comfortable, welcoming environment.

The staff are always so kind, accommodating, and wonderful to work with—and we truly appreciate their hospitality and support of our mission.

If you haven’t already, we encourage our community to follow the Veterans Resource Center on social media, stop in to try one of their delicious pizzas or other food, and check out all the great things they do to support veterans and the Eagle River community. They are an incredible local resource and truly deserving of your support.

Thank you for being such an amazing community partner—we couldn’t do this work without friends like you. 💙

🇺🇸 Calling All Business Owners – Support Our Veterans! 🇺🇸

The Veterans Resource Center is looking to partner with generous local businesses willing to donate their services to support veterans in need.

We’re seeking professionals in areas like:

❄️ Snow plowing & shoveling
🔧 Handyman services
🏠 Roofing & home repair
🚿 Plumbing
🪑 Carpentry
🌿 Landscaping..and more!

Many of our local veterans are in need — and a little help can go a long way.

If you're a business owner with a heart for service and a desire to give back to those who’ve served our country, we’d love to connect with you!

📩 Message us here or contact us at [email protected] to learn how you can make a difference.

What are some other ways that you can support local veterans?
💙 Make a donation via credit card or paypal using the link below, or you can mail a check to VRC, PO Box 93, Eagle River, WI 54521
❤️ Volunteer at one of our many events to raise funds
💙 Share our posts on social media
We appreciate your support, THANK YOU!!!

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12/31/2025

As we turn the page on another year, our hearts are full of gratitude. Because of your generosity, time, and compassion, local families received support, children experienced joy, and neighbors felt seen and cared for when they needed it most.

Every donation, every volunteer hour, and every act of kindness made a difference. You showed up for your community in powerful ways, and we are so thankful for each and every one of you.

From all of us at the Vilas County Salvation Army — thank you for being the heart of this community. We look forward to continuing this work together in the year ahead.