Heartwarming Surprise for Vermont Salvation Army

The Salvation Army’s Barre location in Vermont, not far from Montpelier, recently stumbled upon a delightful surprise amidst its holiday donations.

A gold coin was found tucked away inside a dollar bill that had become separated from its intended donation during the Red Kettle campaign. When the staff took the anonymously gifted coin for appraisal, it turned out to be worth an impressive $4,100, according to reports.

Lt. Caitlin Lyle DeLong expressed gratitude for this unexpected generosity, stating in an email, “We are truly grateful for this generous donation.”

Every contribution plays a significant role in supporting local families by addressing essential needs like heating, shelter, and nutritious meals, she added.

This unexpected windfall comes as the Barre Salvation Army strives to reach its fundraising target of $55,000. Currently, they’ve made about 30% progress, and team members say the discovery of the gold coin has motivated them immensely.

In a similar spirit, the Chicago branch of the Salvation Army received eight gold coins during its annual Red Kettle campaign, with their total value potentially exceeding $10,000.

The Red Kettle campaign, which began in 1891, sees Salvation Army buckets placed in various locations from November through Christmas Eve, collecting donations for those in need.

“Your donation this Christmas not only aids the Salvation Army in supporting homeless and needy families but also helps us assist over 27 million people through a variety of services throughout the year,” the charity emphasizes on its website.