Rice County Salvation Army

12/05/2025

We're so grateful for the support of our local law enforcement agencies!

IT'S BACK!
The annual (friendly) competition between our office and Northfield Police Department, MN to raise money for the Rice County Salvation Army starts Friday.

RCSO deputies will be at Family Fare - Northfield from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. while Northfield officers are at Cub in Northfield at the same time.

Please help us help our neighbors. Last year, the competition raised $5,340.

11/28/2025

Thank you to these wonderful women for giving their time to help raise money for our neighbors in need.

We could still use some volunteer bell ringers. Anyone interested in helping ring can visit www.registertoring.com today to sign up for a convenient time and location.

Remember: All donations from the Red Kettle Campaign stay local.

Did you happen to catch any of these women using their time off to raise money for those who need a hand in our community?

Yesterday afternoon, Adult Services Manager Megan Thomas, Public Health Director Deb Purfeerst and Child & Family Services Manager Chris Sammon participated in Rice County Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign. Money raised helps pay for the organization's Shop With a Cop and shoe program for kids, and provides some funding for basic necessities for area residents with a demonstrated need.

11/26/2025

Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner for absolutely anyone and everyone. No sign up, paperwork or age requirements. If you'd like to come, consider yourself invited!

Volunteers are needed starting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Eagles Club to set tables and peel potatoes. More volunteers are needed starting at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving and throughout the day to help in the kitchen, serve meals, assist with takeout orders and deliver pre-ordered meals.

Takeout meals can be ordered by calling Buckham West at 507-332-7357 before the end of the day Wednesday Nov. 26.

11/18/2025

WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Make a BIG difference in our community by signing up to ring during our annual Red Kettle Campaign.

ALL FUNDS raised during the annual campaign STAY LOCAL, helping our neighbors in need throughout the year.

Shifts are available in Northfield, Lonsdale and Faribault. Sign up now at registertoring.com. Bring a friend -- the more the merrier! ❤️❤️❤️

11/17/2025

A HUGE thank you to all the individuals and business who donated to our fundraiser and the generous folks who attended today's event.

11/16/2025

Going on now until 4:00 p.m. Come on down!

11/16/2025

2-4 P.M. TOMORROW (SUNDAY)
Enjoy a FREE concert from the Old Country Boys and slice of pie at our annual fundraiser at Faribault Lutheran School (FLS).

We've got dozens of baskets to raffle (everything from gift certificates to local business to artwork to car care kits and treats for your pup) and a silent auction for several of those DELICIOUS PIES made by Trinity Lutheran Church bakers.

More at www.facebook.com/share/1CXU3vWMgg/

Hope to see you there!

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day we say thank you to all our nation's veterans, military service members and guardsmen, especially Kirk Mansfield, who is a Rice County Salvation Army Board member.

Thank you, Kirk, for your dedication to ensuring veterans dealing with mental health issues get the help they need.

11/02/2025

Thank you to the Northfield Police Department, MN and Rice County Sheriff's Office for helping us with another successful Shop With a Cop. This event isn't just a way to ensure the participants have warm clothes to wear this winter, but a way to let them know that our law enforcement officers in Rice County are here to help.

10/31/2025

Our annual Red Kettle Campaign has begun.

Earlier this month, Don Pavek delivered countertop kettles to more than 3 dozen Northfield businesses. All donations deposited in these kettles -- and the ones you'll see starting next month -- make up the majority of our annual budget which allows us to help Rice County residents in need.

Donate today and help us spread joy beyond the holiday season. 🎁🎁🎁

10/30/2025

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