Spirit of Giving

Salvation Army volunteers talk community giving to get through tough times.

Links.### the salvation army says the pandemic is driving up the need for food and support... but the spirit of giving is alive and well in our community.

Natural sound i met with volunteer..

Jesus garcia --who's volunteering his time at the salvation army in chico, for the first time ever this year.

On wednesdays, he preps fresh produce and meals for the weekly drive- through giveaway for families in need.

Every penny counts, some come in with abig need, some come in with a big heart of donating food clothing and money.

But for me and my family, it's really brought us together in the joy of actually giving salvation serves about 250 households every week, outside of the holiday season.

Organizers say the best way to give right now..

Is through donations..

We have a link on our website action news now dot com slash links.

Garcia says even during the pandemic..

The salvation army experience has taught him that our community can get through anything..

With a little hope and compassion for each other, right jason?

Thats right hayley... jason ad lib, toss to break.